ELK-Desa Resources Bhd (XKLS:5228) Other Operating Expense: RM52.5 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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XKLS:5228 ELK-Desa Resources Bhd XKLS:5228
81 GF Score
Price RM1.01
GF Value RM1.42
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is ELK-Desa Resources Bhd Other Operating Expense?

ELK-Desa Resources Bhd XKLS:5228 -0.98% 81 Other Operating Expense is RM52.5 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5228 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.42 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's Other Operating Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM14.4 Mil. Its Other Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM52.5 Mil.

ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's quarterly Other Operating Expense increased from Sep. 2025 (RM11.6 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (RM12.6 Mil) and increased from Dec. 2025 (RM12.6 Mil) to Mar. 2026 (RM14.4 Mil).

ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's annual Other Operating Expense increased from Mar. 2024 (RM29.2 Mil) to Mar. 2025 (RM47.0 Mil) and increased from Mar. 2025 (RM47.0 Mil) to Mar. 2026 (RM52.5 Mil).


ELK-Desa Resources Bhd Other Operating Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's Other Operating Expense can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

ELK-Desa Resources Bhd Other Operating Expense Chart

ELK-Desa Resources Bhd Annual Data
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Other Operating Expense
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ELK-Desa Resources Bhd Quarterly Data
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ELK-Desa Resources Bhd Other Operating Expense Calculation

GuruFocus uses a standardized financial statement format for all companies. For non-financial companies, GuruFocus lists Selling, General, & Admin. Expense, , Research & Development, and Other Operating Expense under the "Total Operating Expense" section.

Other Operating Expense sometimes includes:
Restructuring, and merger
Acquisition related and other
Litigation settlement charge
Other (too numerous to list)

Some companies can and do choose to report each of these items separately. Yet, there are a variety of Other Operating Expense which are simply too numerous to list.

Other Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM52.5 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

What does a Other Operating Expense of RM52.5 Mil mean?
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd (XKLS:5228) has a Other Operating Expense of RM52.5 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Other operating expenses that a company records on its income statement. View historical data on ELK-Desa Resources Bhd and its competitors.
Is ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's Other Operating Expense too high?
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's current Other Operating Expense is RM52.5 Mil. Overall, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's Other Operating Expense compare to V and MA?
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's Other Operating Expense of RM52.5 Mil can be compared against companies in the Credit Services industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Other Operating Expense for a Credit Services company?
A good Other Operating Expense depends on the Credit Services industry context. However, Other Operating Expense should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Other Operating Expense mean?
A high Other Operating Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Other operating expenses that a company records on its income statement. View historical data on ELK-Desa Resources Bhd and its competitors. ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's current Other Operating Expense is RM52.5 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ELK-Desa Resources Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd (XKLS:5228) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.42, compared to a current price of RM1.01 — trading 28.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Other Operating Expense is RM52.5 Mil. ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Other Operating Expense calculated?
Other Operating Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For ELK-Desa Resources Bhd (XKLS:5228), the current Other Operating Expense is RM52.5 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is ELK-Desa Resources Bhd (XKLS:5228) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM1.01 is trading 28.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.42. GuruFocus considers ELK-Desa Resources Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5228:

  • Other Operating Expense: RM52.5 Mil
  • GF Value™: RM1.42 vs. price of RM1.01 (28.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5228 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


ELK-Desa Resources Bhd Business Description

Address No. 15 - 17, Jalan Brunei Utara, Off Jalan Pudu, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 55100
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd is a Malaysian company investment holding company. The company's business segments are Hire-purchase financing and other integrated services and the Trading of furniture. The Hire-purchase financing and other integrated services segment is involved in the business of hire-purchase financing for used motor vehicles as well as selling general insurance policies as an insurance agent and the Trading of furniture segment is involved in the business of trading, export, wholesaling, and manufacturing of furniture. The company earns the majority of its revenue from hire-purchase financing.
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