LB Aluminium Bhd (XKLS:9326) Profitability Rank: 8 (As of Apr. 2026) — 14% Above Median

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XKLS:9326 LB Aluminium Bhd XKLS:9326
66 GF Score
Price RM0.47
GF Value RM0.52
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is LB Aluminium Bhd Profitability Rank?

LB Aluminium Bhd XKLS:9326 66 Profitability Rank is 8 as of Apr. 2026, which is 14% above its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates XKLS:9326 with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.52 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

LB Aluminium Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 8. It has a higher profitability and may stay that way.

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.

LB Aluminium Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was 8.66%. As of today, LB Aluminium Bhd's Piotroski F-Score is 7.


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XKLS:9326 vs AA, CENX: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Aluminum subindustry, LB Aluminium 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.


LB Aluminium Bhd Profitability Rank vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, LB Aluminium Bhd's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

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


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LB Aluminium 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.

LB Aluminium Bhd has the Profitability Rank of 8. It has a higher profitability and may stay that way.

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.

LB Aluminium Bhd's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as:

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Apr. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Apr. 2026 )
=19.585 / 226.133
=8.66 %

* 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

Good Sign:

Piotroski F-Score is 7, indicates a very healthy situation.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

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

LB Aluminium Bhd has an F-score of 7. It is a good or high score, which usually indicates a very healthy situation.

3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.

Good Sign:

LB Aluminium Bhd operating margin is expanding. Margin expansion is usually a good sign.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 8 mean?
LB Aluminium Bhd (XKLS:9326) has a Profitability Rank of 8 as of Apr. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on LB Aluminium Bhd and its competitors. This is 14% above median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, LB Aluminium Bhd's Profitability Rank has ranged from 5.00 to 8.00.
Is LB Aluminium Bhd's Profitability Rank too high?
LB Aluminium Bhd's current Profitability Rank of 8 is 14% above median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.00 to a high of 8.00. Overall, LB Aluminium Bhd has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does LB Aluminium Bhd's Profitability Rank compare to AA and CENX?
LB Aluminium Bhd's Profitability Rank of 8 can be compared against companies in the Metals & Mining industry. Historically, LB Aluminium Bhd's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 5.00 to 8.00 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 Metals & Mining company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Metals & Mining 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 LB Aluminium Bhd and its competitors. LB Aluminium Bhd's current Profitability Rank is 8, which is 14% above 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 LB Aluminium Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LB Aluminium Bhd (XKLS:9326) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.52, compared to a current price of RM0.47 — trading 10.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 8, which is 14% above median its 10-year median of 7.00. LB Aluminium Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 2 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 LB Aluminium Bhd (XKLS:9326), the current Profitability Rank is 8 as of Apr. 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 LB Aluminium Bhd (XKLS:9326) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LB Aluminium Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.47 is trading 10.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.52. GuruFocus considers LB Aluminium Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:9326:

  • Profitability Rank: 8 (14% above median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: RM0.52 vs. price of RM0.47 (10.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:9326 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


LB Aluminium Bhd Business Description

Address Lot 11, Jalan Perusahaan 1, Kawasan Perusahaan Beranang, Semenyih, Beranang, SGR, MYS, 43700
LB Aluminium Bhd is engaged in the business of manufacturing, marketing, and trading aluminium extrusions. The company reports in two segments: aluminium and property development. Their product acts as a raw material for transport, construction, consumer goods, packaging, as well as electrical engineering due to its lightweight, excellent conductor of electricity, and durability in nature. Some of its products and services include aluminium extrusion, aluminium sheets/coils, fittings and accessories, extrusion presses, and anodising. Its geographical segments include Malaysia, Singapore, North America, and Others.
66GF Score

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