Knusford Bhd (XKLS:5035) Profitability Rank: 1 (As of Mar. 2026) — 80% Below Median

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XKLS:5035 Knusford Bhd XKLS:5035
20 GF Score
Price RM0.37
GF Value RM0.19
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Knusford Bhd Profitability Rank?

Knusford Bhd XKLS:5035 -3.95% 20 Profitability Rank is 1 as of Mar. 2026, which is 80% below its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5035 with a GF Score™ of 20/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.19 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Knusford 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.

Knusford Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 38.55%. As of today, Knusford Bhd's Piotroski F-Score is 3.


Knusford Bhd Profitability Rank Related Terms


XKLS:5035 vs GWW, FAST, FERG: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Knusford 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.


Knusford Bhd Profitability Rank vs Industrial Distribution Industry

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

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


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Knusford 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.

Knusford 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.

Knusford 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 )
=3.51 / 9.105
=38.55 %

* 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

Warning Sign:

Piotroski F-Score of 3 is low, which usually implies poor business operation.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

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

Knusford Bhd has an F-score of 3. It is a bad or low score, which usually implies poor business operation.

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?
Knusford Bhd (XKLS:5035) 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 Knusford Bhd and its competitors. This is 80% below median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, Knusford Bhd's Profitability Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 7.00.
Is Knusford Bhd's Profitability Rank too high?
Knusford Bhd's current Profitability Rank of 1 is 80% below median its 10-year median of 5.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 7.00. Overall, Knusford Bhd has a GF Score™ of 20/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Knusford Bhd's Profitability Rank compare to GWW and FAST?
Knusford Bhd's Profitability Rank of 1 can be compared against companies in the Industrial Distribution industry. Historically, Knusford 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 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 Knusford Bhd and its competitors. Knusford Bhd's current Profitability Rank is 1, which is 80% below 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 Knusford Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Knusford Bhd (XKLS:5035) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.19, compared to a current price of RM0.37 — trading 92.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 1, which is 80% below median its 10-year median of 5.00. Knusford Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 20/100 with 4 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 Knusford Bhd (XKLS:5035), 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 Knusford Bhd (XKLS:5035) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Knusford Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM0.37 is trading 92.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.19. GuruFocus considers Knusford Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5035:

  • Profitability Rank: 1 (80% below median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: RM0.19 vs. price of RM0.37 (92.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 20/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5035 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Knusford Bhd Business Description

Address Number C-G-03, Blok C, Tropez Residen, Persiaran Danga Perdana, Johor Bahru, JHR, MYS, 80200
Knusford Bhd is engaged in investment holding and property investment. The group has five reportable segments, namely Trading, Services, Property Development, Investment Property, Construction, and Services. The Trading segment of the company includes sales of light and heavy machinery and trading of building materials; Property development includes the development of residential and commercial properties; Investment property consists of the rental of investment properties; Construction includes civil works contracting and landscape construction; and the Services segment includes rental of machinery and equipment, provision of transportation services, project management services and landscape maintenance. The generates the majority of the revenue from the Construction segment.
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