Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd (XKLS:7161) Financial Strength: 7 (As of Jun. 2026) — 22% Below Median

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XKLS:7161 Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd XKLS:7161
80 GF Score
Price RM3.43
GF Value RM2.73
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd Financial Strength?

Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd XKLS:7161 -1.44% 80 Financial Strength is 7 as of Jun. 2026, which is 22% below its 10-year median of 9.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7161 with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.73 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd has the Financial Strength Rank of 7.

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.
2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.
3. Altman Z-Score.
4. Other debt related ratios.

A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 62.19. Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's debt to revenue ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 0.10. As of today, Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Altman Z-Score is 3.82.


Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd  (XKLS:7161) Financial Strength Explanation

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd has the Financial Strength Rank of 7.


Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd Financial Strength Related Terms


XKLS:7161 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Financial Strength Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Financial Strength, along with its competitors' market caps and Financial Strength data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd Financial Strength vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Financial Strength distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Financial Strength falls into.


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Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd Financial Strength Calculation

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is based on these factors

A company ranks high with financial strength is likely to withstand any business slowdowns and recessions.

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense:

Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Interest Expense for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was RM-1 Mil. Its Operating Income for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was RM66 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was RM134 Mil.

Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is

Interest Coverage=-1*Operating Income (Q: Jun. 2026 )/Interest Expense (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=-1*65.801/-1.058
=62.19

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

Good Sign:

Ben Graham prefers companies' interest coverage to be at least 5. Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd has enough cash to cover all of its debt. Its financial situation is stable.

2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.

Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Debt to Revenue Ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is

Debt to Revenue Ratio=Total Debt (Q: Jun. 2026 ) / Revenue
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / Revenue
=(34.805 + 134.183) / 1612.364
=0.10

3. Altman Z-Score.

Z-Score model is an accurate forecaster of failure up to two years prior to distress. It can be considered the assessment of the distress of industrial corporations.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

When Z-Score is less than 1.81, it is in Distress Zones.
When Z-Score is greater than 2.99, it is in Safe Zones.
When Z-Score is between 1.81 and 2.99, it is in Grey Zones.

Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd has a Z-score of 3.82, indicating it is in Safe Zones. This implies the Z-Score is strong.

Good Sign:

Altman Z-score of 3.82 is strong.

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Financial Strength →
What does a Financial Strength of 7 mean?
Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd (XKLS:7161) has a Financial Strength of 7 as of Jun. 2026. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd and its competitors. This is 22% below median its historical median of 9.00. Over the past decade, Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Financial Strength has ranged from 6.00 to 10.00.
Is Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Financial Strength too high?
Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's current Financial Strength of 7 is 22% below median its 10-year median of 9.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Financial Strength compare to PWR and FIX?
Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's Financial Strength of 7 can be compared against companies in the Construction industry. Historically, Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's own Financial Strength has ranged from 6.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Financial Strength for a Construction company?
A good Financial Strength depends on the Construction industry context. However, Financial Strength 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 Financial Strength mean?
A high Financial Strength can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd and its competitors. Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's current Financial Strength is 7, which is 22% below median its own 10-year median of 9.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd (XKLS:7161) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.73, compared to a current price of RM3.43 — trading 25.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Financial Strength is 7, which is 22% below median its 10-year median of 9.00. Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Financial Strength calculated?
Financial Strength is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd (XKLS:7161), the current Financial Strength is 7 as of Jun. 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 Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd (XKLS:7161) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM3.43 is trading 25.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.73. GuruFocus considers Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:7161:

  • Financial Strength: 7 (22% below median its 10-year median of 9.00)
  • GF Value™: RM2.73 vs. price of RM3.43 (25.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7161 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd Business Description

Address No. 137, Jalan Puchong, C-32-01 & C-33-01, Menara Vista Petaling, Taman Wangsa Permai, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 58200
Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd is an investment holding company. The company's operating segment includes Manufacturing, Construction, Properties, Hospitality, and others. It generates maximum revenue from the Construction segment. The Construction segment is engaged in main building construction works, provision of contract workmanship, and other related services. Its Manufacturing segment is involved in manufacturing, assemble, installation and sale of light fitting, furniture and kitchen cabinetry, and related products. The Properties segment includes the development of residential and/or commercial properties. The Hospitality segment includes Hotel activities.
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