Unitrade Industries Bhd (XKLS:0247) Profitability Rank: 6 (As of Mar. 2026) — 20% Above Median

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XKLS:0247 Unitrade Industries Bhd XKLS:0247
50 GF Score
Price RM0.23
GF Value RM0.26
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Unitrade Industries Bhd Profitability Rank?

Unitrade Industries Bhd XKLS:0247 50 Profitability Rank is 6 as of Mar. 2026, which is 20% above its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0247 with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.26 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Unitrade Industries Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 6.

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.

Unitrade Industries Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 5.15%. As of today, Unitrade Industries Bhd's Piotroski F-Score is 8.


Unitrade Industries Bhd Profitability Rank Related Terms


XKLS:0247 vs GWW, FAST, FERG: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Unitrade Industries 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.


Unitrade Industries Bhd Profitability Rank vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Unitrade Industries Bhd's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Unitrade Industries Bhd's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Unitrade Industries 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.

Unitrade Industries Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 6.

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.

Unitrade Industries 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 )
=21.02 / 408.485
=5.15 %

* 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

Good Sign:

Piotroski F-Score is 8, indicates a very healthy situation.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

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

Unitrade Industries Bhd has an F-score of 8. It is a good or high score, which usually indicates a very healthy situation.

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

Warning Sign:

Unitrade Industries Bhd operating margin has been in a 5-year decline. The average rate of decline per year is -9.8%.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 6 mean?
Unitrade Industries Bhd (XKLS:0247) has a Profitability Rank of 6 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Unitrade Industries Bhd and its competitors. This is 20% above median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, Unitrade Industries Bhd's Profitability Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 6.00.
Is Unitrade Industries Bhd's Profitability Rank too high?
Unitrade Industries Bhd's current Profitability Rank of 6 is 20% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 6.00. Overall, Unitrade Industries Bhd has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Unitrade Industries Bhd's Profitability Rank compare to GWW and FAST?
Unitrade Industries Bhd's Profitability Rank of 6 can be compared against companies in the Industrial Distribution industry. Historically, Unitrade Industries Bhd's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 6.00 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Industrial Distribution 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 Unitrade Industries Bhd and its competitors. Unitrade Industries Bhd's current Profitability Rank is 6, which is 20% above median its own 10-year median of 5.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Unitrade Industries Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Unitrade Industries Bhd (XKLS:0247) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.26, compared to a current price of RM0.23 — trading 11.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 6, which is 20% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. Unitrade Industries Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 8 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 Unitrade Industries Bhd (XKLS:0247), the current Profitability Rank is 6 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 Unitrade Industries Bhd (XKLS:0247) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Unitrade Industries Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.23 is trading 11.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.26. GuruFocus considers Unitrade Industries Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0247:

  • Profitability Rank: 6 (20% above median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: RM0.26 vs. price of RM0.23 (11.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0247 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Unitrade Industries Bhd Business Description

Address 2, Jalan Astaka U8/87, Seksyen U8, Bukit Jelutong, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40150
Unitrade Industries Bhd is a supplier and distributor of construction materials including pipe fittings and valves. The segments of the company are the Wholesale and distribution of building materials for mechanical and engineering (M&E) works comprising pipes, valves, fittings, and accessories, and civil works comprising reinforcement steel, structural steel, and other building material; Metal recycling; Manufacturing and sale of pre-insulated pipes; Rental of temporary structural support equipment and Others. The company earns the maximum of its revenue from the Wholesale and distribution segment. The Group operates in Malaysia.
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