South Malaysia Industries Bhd (XKLS:4375) Profitability Rank: 1 (As of Mar. 2026) — 50% Below Median

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XKLS:4375 South Malaysia Industries Bhd XKLS:4375
36 GF Score
Price RM0.18
GF Value RM0.36
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is South Malaysia Industries Bhd Profitability Rank?

South Malaysia Industries Bhd XKLS:4375 -7.89% 36 Profitability Rank is 1 as of Mar. 2026, which is 50% below its 10-year median of 2.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:4375 with a GF Score™ of 36/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.36 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

South Malaysia Industries Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 1. It has had trouble to make a profit.

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.

South Malaysia Industries Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 20.58%. As of today, South Malaysia Industries Bhd's Piotroski F-Score is 6.


South Malaysia Industries Bhd Profitability Rank Related Terms


XKLS:4375 vs VRT, BE, HUBB: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, South Malaysia 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.


South Malaysia Industries Bhd Profitability Rank vs Industrial Products Industry

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

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


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South Malaysia 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.

South Malaysia Industries Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 1. It has had trouble to make a profit.

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.

South Malaysia 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 )
=1.694 / 8.231
=20.58 %

* 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

South Malaysia Industries 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.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 1 mean?
South Malaysia Industries Bhd (XKLS:4375) has a Profitability Rank of 1 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on South Malaysia Industries Bhd and its competitors. This is 50% below median its historical median of 2.00. Over the past decade, South Malaysia Industries Bhd's Profitability Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 3.00.
Is South Malaysia Industries Bhd's Profitability Rank too high?
South Malaysia Industries Bhd's current Profitability Rank of 1 is 50% below median its 10-year median of 2.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 3.00. Overall, South Malaysia Industries Bhd has a GF Score™ of 36/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does South Malaysia Industries Bhd's Profitability Rank compare to VRT and BE?
South Malaysia Industries Bhd's Profitability Rank of 1 can be compared against companies in the Industrial Products industry. Historically, South Malaysia Industries Bhd's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 3.00 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 Products company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Industrial Products 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 South Malaysia Industries Bhd and its competitors. South Malaysia Industries Bhd's current Profitability Rank is 1, which is 50% below median its own 10-year median of 2.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is South Malaysia Industries Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, South Malaysia Industries Bhd (XKLS:4375) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.36, compared to a current price of RM0.18 — trading 51.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 1, which is 50% below median its 10-year median of 2.00. South Malaysia Industries Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 36/100 with 3 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 South Malaysia Industries Bhd (XKLS:4375), the current Profitability Rank is 1 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 South Malaysia Industries Bhd (XKLS:4375) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, South Malaysia Industries Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.18 is trading 51.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.36. GuruFocus considers South Malaysia Industries Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:4375:

  • Profitability Rank: 1 (50% below median its 10-year median of 2.00)
  • GF Value™: RM0.36 vs. price of RM0.18 (51.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 36/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:4375 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


South Malaysia Industries Bhd Business Description

Address No. 6, Lorong P. Ramlee, 13A Floor, Menara SMI, Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50250
South Malaysia Industries Bhd is principally engaged in investment holding, trading, property development and provision of management services. The company's reportable segments are: i) Property development: Develop and sale of residential and commercial properties, ii) Property & investment holding: Investment in properties, carpark operation and holding company, iii) Manufacturing and trading: Manufacture of assorted wires and trading. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Manufacturing and trading segment. Geographically, it predominantly operates in Malaysia.
36GF Score

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