Crest Builder Holdings Bhd (XKLS:8591) Profitability Rank: 6 (As of Mar. 2026) — 14% Below Median

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XKLS:8591 Crest Builder Holdings Bhd XKLS:8591
52 GF Score
Price RM0.44
GF Value RM0.69
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Crest Builder Holdings Bhd Profitability Rank?

Crest Builder Holdings Bhd XKLS:8591 52 Profitability Rank is 6 as of Mar. 2026, which is 14% below its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:8591 with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.69 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Crest Builder Holdings Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 6.

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.

Crest Builder Holdings Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 7.15%. As of today, Crest Builder Holdings Bhd's Piotroski F-Score is 6.


Crest Builder Holdings Bhd Profitability Rank Related Terms


XKLS:8591 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Crest Builder 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.


Crest Builder Holdings Bhd Profitability Rank vs Construction Industry

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

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


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Crest Builder 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.

Crest Builder Holdings Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 6.

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.

Crest Builder 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 )
=12.702 / 177.725
=7.15 %

* 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

Crest Builder Holdings 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 6 mean?
Crest Builder Holdings Bhd (XKLS:8591) has a Profitability Rank of 6 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Crest Builder Holdings Bhd and its competitors. This is 14% below median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Crest Builder Holdings Bhd's Profitability Rank has ranged from 4.00 to 9.00.
Is Crest Builder Holdings Bhd's Profitability Rank too high?
Crest Builder Holdings Bhd's current Profitability Rank of 6 is 14% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.00 to a high of 9.00. Overall, Crest Builder Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Crest Builder Holdings Bhd's Profitability Rank compare to PWR and FIX?
Crest Builder Holdings Bhd's Profitability Rank of 6 can be compared against companies in the Construction industry. Historically, Crest Builder Holdings Bhd's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 4.00 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 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 Crest Builder Holdings Bhd and its competitors. Crest Builder Holdings Bhd's current Profitability Rank is 6, which is 14% below median its own 10-year median of 7.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Crest Builder Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Crest Builder Holdings Bhd (XKLS:8591) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.69, compared to a current price of RM0.44 — trading 37% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 6, which is 14% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Crest Builder Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 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 Crest Builder Holdings Bhd (XKLS:8591), the current Profitability Rank is 6 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 Crest Builder Holdings Bhd (XKLS:8591) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Crest Builder Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.44 is trading 37% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.69. GuruFocus considers Crest Builder Holdings Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:8591:

  • Profitability Rank: 6 (14% below median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: RM0.69 vs. price of RM0.44 (37% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:8591 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Crest Builder Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan 19/1, 3 Two Square, No. 2, Penthouse, The Crest, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 46300
Crest Builder Holdings Bhd, through its subsidiaries, is engaged in the following business activities: property investment and development, mechanical and electrical engineering services, investment holding, and construction and concession holding. The Group's operating business segments are: Construction, Concession arrangement, Investment holding, and Property development. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Construction segment, which provides general construction, mechanical, and electrical engineering services. Its construction projects include various infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, and other infrastructure, as well as schools, hospitals, commercial and residential buildings, etc. Geographically, the Group principally operates within Malaysia.
52GF Score

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