EP Manufacturing Bhd (XKLS:7773) Profitability Rank: 2 (As of Mar. 2026) — 50% Below Median

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XKLS:7773 EP Manufacturing Bhd XKLS:7773
42 GF Score
Price RM0.43
GF Value RM0.47
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is EP Manufacturing Bhd Profitability Rank?

EP Manufacturing Bhd XKLS:7773 +3.61% 42 Profitability Rank is 2 as of Mar. 2026, which is 50% below its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7773 with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.47 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

EP Manufacturing Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 2. 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.

EP Manufacturing Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.99%. As of today, EP Manufacturing Bhd's Piotroski F-Score is 4.


EP Manufacturing Bhd Profitability Rank Related Terms


XKLS:7773 vs ORLY, AZO: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, EP Manufacturing 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.


EP Manufacturing Bhd Profitability Rank vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, EP Manufacturing Bhd's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

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


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EP Manufacturing 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.

EP Manufacturing Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 2. 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.

EP Manufacturing 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 )
=1.592 / 160.19
=0.99 %

* 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

EP Manufacturing 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 2 mean?
EP Manufacturing Bhd (XKLS:7773) has a Profitability Rank of 2 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on EP Manufacturing Bhd and its competitors. This is 50% below median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, EP Manufacturing Bhd's Profitability Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 6.00.
Is EP Manufacturing Bhd's Profitability Rank too high?
EP Manufacturing Bhd's current Profitability Rank of 2 is 50% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 6.00. Overall, EP Manufacturing Bhd has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does EP Manufacturing Bhd's Profitability Rank compare to ORLY and AZO?
EP Manufacturing Bhd's Profitability Rank of 2 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. Historically, EP Manufacturing 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 a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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 EP Manufacturing Bhd and its competitors. EP Manufacturing Bhd's current Profitability Rank is 2, which is 50% below 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 EP Manufacturing Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, EP Manufacturing Bhd (XKLS:7773) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.47, compared to a current price of RM0.43 — trading 8.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 2, which is 50% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. EP Manufacturing Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 5 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 EP Manufacturing Bhd (XKLS:7773), the current Profitability Rank is 2 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 EP Manufacturing Bhd (XKLS:7773) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, EP Manufacturing Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.43 is trading 8.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.47. GuruFocus considers EP Manufacturing Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:7773:

  • Profitability Rank: 2 (50% below median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: RM0.47 vs. price of RM0.43 (8.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7773 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


EP Manufacturing Bhd Business Description

Address Number 8 & 10, Jalan Jurutera U1/23, Seksyen U1, Kawasan Perindustrian Hicom Glenmarie, Hicom Glenmarie, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40150
EP Manufacturing Bhd is an investment holding company. The company, along with its subsidiaries, operates in the Automotive sector. It includes the manufacturing of metal-based and plastic-based automotive components and the distribution of automotive parts. It supplies its products mainly to Honda, Perodua, Proton, KIA, Mazda, Proton, and Toyota. Its products include Inner Body Panels and Assemblies, Intake Air Fuel Modules, Chassis Assemblies, Fuel Rail Assemblies, Corner Modules, Automotive Accessories, Rear Axle Modules, Fuel Tank Modules, and other related products. It has operations in Malaysia and Saudi Arabia, with the majority of the revenue generated from Malaysia.
42GF Score

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