DRB-Hicom Bhd (XKLS:1619) Research & Development: RM0 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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XKLS:1619 DRB-Hicom Bhd XKLS:1619
79 GF Score
Price RM1.00
GF Value RM1.29
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is DRB-Hicom Bhd Research & Development?

DRB-Hicom Bhd XKLS:1619 -1.96% 79 Research & Development is RM0 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:1619 with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.29 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. DRB-Hicom Bhd's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0 Mil.

DRB-Hicom Bhd  (XKLS:1619) Research & Development Explanation

If competitive advantage is created by a patent or tech advantage, at some point it will disappear.

High R&D usually dictates high SG&A which threatens the competitive advantage.

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DRB-Hicom Bhd Research & Development Historical Data

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DRB-Hicom Bhd Research & Development Calculation

This is the expense the company spent on research and development.

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM0 Mil.

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Research & Development →
What does a Research & Development of RM0 Mil mean?
DRB-Hicom Bhd (XKLS:1619) has a Research & Development of RM0 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on DRB-Hicom Bhd and its competitors.
Is DRB-Hicom Bhd's Research & Development too high?
DRB-Hicom Bhd's current Research & Development is RM0 Mil. Overall, DRB-Hicom Bhd has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DRB-Hicom Bhd's Research & Development compare to TSLA and GM?
DRB-Hicom Bhd's Research & Development of RM0 Mil can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Research & Development for a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, Research & Development 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 Research & Development mean?
A high Research & Development can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on DRB-Hicom Bhd and its competitors. DRB-Hicom Bhd's current Research & Development is RM0 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DRB-Hicom Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DRB-Hicom Bhd (XKLS:1619) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.29, compared to a current price of RM1.00 — trading 22.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is RM0 Mil. DRB-Hicom Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Research & Development calculated?
Research & Development is calculated from a company's financial statements. For DRB-Hicom Bhd (XKLS:1619), the current Research & Development is RM0 Mil 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 DRB-Hicom Bhd (XKLS:1619) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DRB-Hicom Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM1.00 is trading 22.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.29. GuruFocus considers DRB-Hicom Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:1619:

  • Research & Development: RM0 Mil
  • GF Value™: RM1.29 vs. price of RM1.00 (22.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:1619 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

DRB-Hicom Bhd Business Description

Address No. 2, Jalan Usahawan U1/8, Level 5, Wisma DRB-HICOM, Seksyen U1, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40150
DRB-Hicom Bhd is an investment holding company. Along with its subsidiaries, the company operates in the following reportable segments: Automotive, Aerospace and Defence, Postal, Banking, Services, and Properties. It generates maximum revenue from the Automotive segment, which is engaged in manufacturing, assembly, vehicle importation, pre-delivery inspection, vehicle leasing, distribution and sale of motor vehicles, motorcycles, and related spare parts and services. Geographically, the company generates a majority of its revenue from its operations within Malaysia, and also has a presence in other markets.
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