Batu Kawan Bhd (XKLS:1899) GF Value Rank: 6 (As of Jul. 27, 2026) — Near Median

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XKLS:1899 Batu Kawan Bhd XKLS:1899
51 GF Score
Price RM20.80
GF Value RM21.40
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Batu Kawan Bhd GF Value Rank?

Batu Kawan Bhd XKLS:1899 51 GF Value Rank is 6 as of Jul. 27, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:1899 with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of RM21.40 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Batu Kawan Bhd has the GF Value Rank of 6.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

Batu Kawan Bhd GF Value Rank Related Terms

XKLS:1899 vs MMM, HON: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Batu Kawan Bhd's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank 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.

Batu Kawan Bhd GF Value Rank vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Batu Kawan Bhd's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Batu Kawan Bhd's GF Value Rank falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 6 mean?
Batu Kawan Bhd (XKLS:1899) has a GF Value Rank of 6 as of Jul. 27, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Batu Kawan Bhd and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Batu Kawan Bhd's GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 10.00.
Is Batu Kawan Bhd's GF Value Rank too high?
Batu Kawan Bhd's current GF Value Rank of 6 is near median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Batu Kawan Bhd has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Batu Kawan Bhd's GF Value Rank compare to MMM and HON?
Batu Kawan Bhd's GF Value Rank of 6 can be compared against companies in the Conglomerates industry. Historically, Batu Kawan Bhd's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 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 GF Value Rank for a Conglomerates company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Conglomerates industry context. However, GF Value Rank 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 GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Batu Kawan Bhd and its competitors. Batu Kawan Bhd's current GF Value Rank is 6, which is near median its own 10-year median of 6.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Batu Kawan Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Batu Kawan Bhd (XKLS:1899) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM21.40, compared to a current price of RM20.80 — trading 2.8% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 6, which is near median its 10-year median of 6.00. Batu Kawan Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Batu Kawan Bhd (XKLS:1899), the current GF Value Rank is 6 as of Jul. 27, 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 Batu Kawan Bhd (XKLS:1899) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Batu Kawan Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM20.80 is trading 2.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM21.40. GuruFocus considers Batu Kawan Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:1899:

  • GF Value Rank: 6 (near median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: RM21.40 vs. price of RM20.80 (2.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:1899 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Batu Kawan Bhd Business Description

Address No. 1, Jalan S.P. Seenivasagam, Wisma Taiko, Ipoh, PRK, MYS, 30000
Batu Kawan Bhd is a holding company that focuses on harvesting palm trees and manufacturing and selling rubber and chemical products through its subsidiaries. The firm operates through four segments: plantation, manufacturing, property development, and investment holdings/others. The manufacturing segment generates majority revenue through selling a variety of chemical-based products, including oleochemicals, industrial amides, rubber gloves, and esters. The plantation segment generates the second portion of total revenue by cultivating and processing palm trees into both fresh fruit bunches and rubber products. Geographically, the firm operates in Asia, Europe, Americas, and Africa, with the majority of its revenue generated from Asian and European countries.
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