Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (XKLS:0180) Profitability Rank: 7 (As of Mar. 2026) — 17% Above Median

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XKLS:0180 Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd XKLS:0180
55 GF Score
Price RM0.14
GF Value RM0.25
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd Profitability Rank?

Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd XKLS:0180 -3.57% 55 Profitability Rank is 7 as of Mar. 2026, which is 17% above its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0180 with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.25 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 7.

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %
2. Piotroski F-Score
3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.
4. Consistency of the profitability
5. Predictability Rank

A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 2.16%. As of today, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Piotroski F-Score is 6.


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XKLS:0180 vs SYY, USFD, PFGC: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Food Distribution subindustry, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Profitability Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and Profitability 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.


Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd Profitability Rank vs Retail - Defensive Industry

For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd Profitability Rank Calculation

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way.

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 7.

Profitability Rank is not directly related to the Financial Strength. But if a company is consistently profitable, its financial strength will be stronger.

Profitability Rank is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %

Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=6.614 / 305.639
=2.16 %

* 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.

2. Piotroski F-Score

The zones of discrimination were as such:

Good or high score = 8 or 9
Bad or low score = 0 or 1

Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd has an F-score of 6 indicating the company's financial situation is typical for a stable company.

3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.

Good Sign:

Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd operating margin is expanding. Margin expansion is usually a good sign.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 7 mean?
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (XKLS:0180) has a Profitability Rank of 7 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd and its competitors. This is 17% above median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Profitability Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 7.00.
Is Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Profitability Rank too high?
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's current Profitability Rank of 7 is 17% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 7.00. Overall, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Profitability Rank compare to SYY and USFD?
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Profitability Rank of 7 can be compared against companies in the Retail - Defensive industry. Historically, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 7.00 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 Profitability Rank for a Retail - Defensive company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Retail - Defensive industry context. However, Profitability 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 Profitability Rank mean?
A high Profitability Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd and its competitors. Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's current Profitability Rank is 7, which is 17% above 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 Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (XKLS:0180) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.25, compared to a current price of RM0.14 — trading 46% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 7, which is 17% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Profitability Rank calculated?
Profitability Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (XKLS:0180), the current Profitability Rank is 7 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 Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (XKLS:0180) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.14 is trading 46% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.25. GuruFocus considers Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0180:

  • Profitability Rank: 7 (17% above median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: RM0.25 vs. price of RM0.14 (46% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0180 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd Business Description

Address Lot 73, Jalan Kilang, SEDCO Light Industrial Estate, Mile 5 1/2, Jalan Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, SBH, MYS, 88450
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd is engaged in the distribution and warehousing services of third-party consumer packaged goods in East Malaysia. It is also engaged in the manufacturing of bakery products under its brand Creamos. The operating segments of the company consist of Distribution, Manufacturing, and Others. It distributes and sells products through retail outlets, hypermarkets, supermarkets, sundry shops, convenience stores, petrol kiosks, Chinese medical halls, and school canteens. The company generates maximum revenue from the Distribution segment.
55GF Score

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