Axiata Group Bhd (XKLS:6888) GF Value Rank: 5 (As of Aug. 04, 2026) — 38% Below Median

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XKLS:6888 Axiata Group Bhd XKLS:6888
63 GF Score
Price RM1.99
GF Value RM1.81
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Axiata Group Bhd GF Value Rank?

Axiata Group Bhd XKLS:6888 63 GF Value Rank is 5 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 38% below its 10-year median of 8.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:6888 with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.81 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Axiata Group Bhd has the GF Value Rank of 5.

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.


Axiata Group Bhd GF Value Rank Related Terms


XKLS:6888 vs VZ, TMUS, T: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Axiata Group 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.


Axiata Group Bhd GF Value Rank vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Axiata Group Bhd's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Axiata Group 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 5 mean?
Axiata Group Bhd (XKLS:6888) has a GF Value Rank of 5 as of Aug. 04, 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 Axiata Group Bhd and its competitors. This is 38% below median its historical median of 8.00. Over the past decade, Axiata Group Bhd's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Axiata Group Bhd's GF Value Rank too high?
Axiata Group Bhd's current GF Value Rank of 5 is 38% below median its 10-year median of 8.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Axiata Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Axiata Group Bhd's GF Value Rank compare to VZ and TMUS?
Axiata Group Bhd's GF Value Rank of 5 can be compared against companies in the Telecommunication Services industry. Historically, Axiata Group Bhd's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 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 Telecommunication Services company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Telecommunication Services 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 Axiata Group Bhd and its competitors. Axiata Group Bhd's current GF Value Rank is 5, which is 38% below median its own 10-year median of 8.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Axiata Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Axiata Group Bhd (XKLS:6888) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.81, compared to a current price of RM1.99 — trading 9.9% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 5, which is 38% below median its 10-year median of 8.00. Axiata Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 6 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 Axiata Group Bhd (XKLS:6888), the current GF Value Rank is 5 as of Aug. 04, 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 Axiata Group Bhd (XKLS:6888) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Axiata Group Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM1.99 is trading 9.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.81. GuruFocus considers Axiata Group Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:6888:

  • GF Value Rank: 5 (38% below median its 10-year median of 8.00)
  • GF Value™: RM1.81 vs. price of RM1.99 (9.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:6888 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Axiata Group Bhd Business Description

Other Exchanges AXXTF:USA
Address 9 Jalan Stesen Sentral 5, Level 30, Axiata Tower, Sentral, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50470
Axiata Group Bhd is a telecommunications company. The business segment of the company is the Digital telco/Mobile segment, which includes the provision of mobile services and other services such as the provision of interconnect services, sale of devices, pay television transmission services, broadband services, digital business, and others; the Digital segment is engaged in the multimedia advertising, creative content, e-commerce enablement; Infrastructure segment is engaged in the provision of telecommunication infrastructure and related services; and Others comprise investment holding entities, financing entities and other operating companies providing other services including digital business and fibre optic transmission.
63GF Score

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