MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5202) Profitability Rank: 3 (As of Mar. 2026) — 50% Below Median

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XKLS:5202 MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd XKLS:5202
54 GF Score
Price RM0.67
GF Value RM1.03
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd Profitability Rank?

MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd XKLS:5202 +1.53% 54 Profitability Rank is 3 as of Mar. 2026, which is 50% below its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5202 with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.03 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 3. 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.

MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -1.08%. As of today, MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's Piotroski F-Score is 4.


MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd Profitability Rank Related Terms


XKLS:5202 vs MDLZ, HSY, TR: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Confectioners subindustry, MSM Malaysia Holdings 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.


MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd Profitability Rank vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

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


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MSM Malaysia Holdings 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.

MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 3. 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.

MSM Malaysia Holdings 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 )
=-5.984 / 552.814
=-1.08 %

* 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

MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd has an F-score of 4 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 3 mean?
MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5202) has a Profitability Rank of 3 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd and its competitors. This is 50% below median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's Profitability Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 9.00.
Is MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's Profitability Rank too high?
MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's current Profitability Rank of 3 is 50% below median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 9.00. Overall, MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's Profitability Rank compare to MDLZ and HSY?
MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's Profitability Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. Historically, MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 9.00 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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 MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd and its competitors. MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's current Profitability Rank is 3, which is 50% below 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 MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5202) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.03, compared to a current price of RM0.67 — trading 35.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 3, which is 50% below median its 10-year median of 6.00. MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 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 MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5202), the current Profitability Rank is 3 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 MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5202) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.67 is trading 35.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.03. GuruFocus considers MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5202:

  • Profitability Rank: 3 (50% below median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: RM1.03 vs. price of RM0.67 (35.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5202 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address No. 11, Persiaran KLCC, Level 44, Menara Felda, Platinum Park, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50088
MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd is a sugar manufacturing company. It has only one reportable segment, Sugar, which is engaged in sugar refining and sales, marketing of refined sugar, and commodity trading. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from Malaysia and also has a presence in other parts of Asia, Europe, Africa, Oceania, and North America.
54GF Score

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