Kobay Technology Bhd (XKLS:6971) GF Value Rank: 3 (As of Jul. 22, 2026) — 25% Below Median

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XKLS:6971 Kobay Technology Bhd XKLS:6971
74 GF Score
Price RM2.34
GF Value RM1.89
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Kobay Technology Bhd GF Value Rank?

Kobay Technology Bhd XKLS:6971 +2.18% 74 GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 25% below its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:6971 with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.89 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Kobay Technology Bhd has the GF Value Rank of 3.

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.

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Kobay Technology Bhd GF Value Rank Related Terms


XKLS:6971 vs CRS, ATI, MLI: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Metal Fabrication subindustry, Kobay Technology 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.


Kobay Technology Bhd GF Value Rank vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Kobay Technology Bhd's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a GF Value Rank of 3 mean?
Kobay Technology Bhd (XKLS:6971) has a GF Value Rank of 3 as of Jul. 22, 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 Kobay Technology Bhd and its competitors. This is 25% below median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Kobay Technology Bhd's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Kobay Technology Bhd's GF Value Rank too high?
Kobay Technology Bhd's current GF Value Rank of 3 is 25% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Kobay Technology Bhd has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kobay Technology Bhd's GF Value Rank compare to CRS and ATI?
Kobay Technology Bhd's GF Value Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Industrial Products industry. Historically, Kobay Technology 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 an Industrial Products company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Industrial Products 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 Kobay Technology Bhd and its competitors. Kobay Technology Bhd's current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 25% below median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kobay Technology Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kobay Technology Bhd (XKLS:6971) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.89, compared to a current price of RM2.34 — trading 23.8% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 25% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. Kobay Technology Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 5 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 Kobay Technology Bhd (XKLS:6971), the current GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 22, 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 Kobay Technology Bhd (XKLS:6971) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kobay Technology Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM2.34 is trading 23.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.89. GuruFocus considers Kobay Technology Bhd to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:6971:

  • GF Value Rank: 3 (25% below median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: RM1.89 vs. price of RM2.34 (23.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:6971 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kobay Technology Bhd Business Description

Address No. 42-B Jalan Rangoon, 3rd Floor, Wisma Kobay, Georgetown, PNG, MYS, 10400
Kobay Technology Bhd is an investment holding company. Along with its subsidiaries, the company operates in the following segments: Manufacturing, Property development, Pharmaceutical and healthcare, Asset Management, Investment holding, and Others. It generates maximum revenue from the Manufacturing segment, which is engaged in the manufacturing of precision machined components, precision stamping, sheet metal parts, surface treatment, precision moulds, tooling and form dies, semiconductor assembly and testing equipment, metal works and structures, modules and parts for oil and gas production and extraction equipment, and components and sub-assemblies for aerospace parts. Geographically, it derives key revenue from Malaysia and the rest from Singapore, the USA, and other regions.
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