Ecoscience International Bhd (XKLS:0255) Profitability Rank: 4 (As of Mar. 2026) — Near Median

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XKLS:0255 Ecoscience International Bhd XKLS:0255
34 GF Score
Price RM0.12
GF Value RM0.27
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Ecoscience International Bhd Profitability Rank?

Ecoscience International Bhd XKLS:0255 34 Profitability Rank is 4 as of Mar. 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0255 with a GF Score™ of 34/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.27 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Ecoscience International Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 4.

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.

Ecoscience International Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -13.19%. As of today, Ecoscience International Bhd's Piotroski F-Score is 8.


Ecoscience International Bhd Profitability Rank Related Terms


XKLS:0255 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Ecoscience International 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.


Ecoscience International Bhd Profitability Rank vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Ecoscience International Bhd's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ecoscience International Bhd's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Ecoscience International 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.

Ecoscience International Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 4.

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.

Ecoscience International 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 )
=-4.237 / 32.134
=-13.19 %

* 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

Ecoscience International 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.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 4 mean?
Ecoscience International Bhd (XKLS:0255) has a Profitability Rank of 4 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Ecoscience International Bhd and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Ecoscience International Bhd's Profitability Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 5.00.
Is Ecoscience International Bhd's Profitability Rank too high?
Ecoscience International Bhd's current Profitability Rank of 4 is near median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 5.00. Overall, Ecoscience International Bhd has a GF Score™ of 34/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ecoscience International Bhd's Profitability Rank compare to PWR and FIX?
Ecoscience International Bhd's Profitability Rank of 4 can be compared against companies in the Construction industry. Historically, Ecoscience International Bhd's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 5.00 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 Construction company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Construction 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 Ecoscience International Bhd and its competitors. Ecoscience International Bhd's current Profitability Rank is 4, which is near 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 Ecoscience International Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ecoscience International Bhd (XKLS:0255) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.27, compared to a current price of RM0.12 — trading 55.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 4, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.00. Ecoscience International Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 34/100 with 7 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 Ecoscience International Bhd (XKLS:0255), the current Profitability Rank is 4 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 Ecoscience International Bhd (XKLS:0255) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ecoscience International Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.12 is trading 55.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.27. GuruFocus considers Ecoscience International Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0255:

  • Profitability Rank: 4 (near median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: RM0.27 vs. price of RM0.12 (55.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 34/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0255 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Ecoscience International Bhd Business Description

Address PLO 555, Jalan Keluli 8, Pasir Gudang Industrial Estate, Pasir Gudang, JHR, MYS, 81700
Ecoscience International Bhd is a one-stop solution provider for the construction of palm oil mills and supporting facilities, and the fabrication of equipment. The core activities of the company are the construction of plants, which are mainly palm oil mills and facilities, supported by in-house fabrication of equipment. Other complementary activities include the supply of materials and equipment, spare parts, and the provision of maintenance services. The company's reportable segments are as follows which includes Construction of Plants and Facilities Segment, Fabrication of Equipment Segment, Supply of Materials and Equipment, and Others. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Construction of Plants and Facilities Segment in the Malaysia region itself.
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