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Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated BhdXKLS:0180 -3.45%53 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.48% as of Mar. 2026, which is 12% below its 10-year median of 2.82. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0180 with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.25 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 312 Retail - Defensive companies, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd ranks worse than 52.88% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:0180'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.81 Med: 2.82 Max: 6.61
Current: 3.49
During the past 11 years, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 6.61%. The lowest was -2.81%. And the median was 2.82%.
XKLS:0180's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked worse than 52.88% of 312
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 3.785
vs XKLS:0180: 3.49
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (XKLS:0180) Return-on-Tangible-Asset Explanation
Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures the rate of return on the average total tangible assets (total assets minus intangible assets). Tangible means physical in nature. Intangible Assets are assets that are not physical in nature, and typically "derive their value from legal or intellectual rights." Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from its tangible assets. It shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. Return-on-Tangible-Assets can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be used to compare companies in different industries.
Be Aware
Like ROE and ROA, Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the companys earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by a companys tax rate and its interest payment. Return-on-Tangible-Asset may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).
Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high Return-on-Tangible-Asset may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
* 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.
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
XKLS:0180 vs SYY, USFD, PFGC: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Food Distribution subindustry, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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.
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.
* 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.
In the calculation of annual Return-on-Tangible-Asset, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total tangible assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data,
the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 2.48% mean?
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (XKLS:0180) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 2.48% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd and its competitors. This is 12% below median its historical median of 2.82. According to the industry distribution chart, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd ranks #165 out of 312 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 52.9%.
Is Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 2.48% is 12% below median its 10-year median of 2.82. The Retail - Defensive industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.79. Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's value of 2.48% is 34.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd ranks #165 out of 312 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to SYY and USFD?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd ranks #165 out of 312 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.79. Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's value of 2.48% is 34.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.82 vs. the industry median of 3.79, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Return-on-Tangible-Asset for a Retail - Defensive company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Retail - Defensive companies is 3.79, based on 312 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Asset significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 2.48% is 34.5% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Return-on-Tangible-Asset mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd and its competitors. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.79 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.48%, which is 12% below median its own 10-year median of 2.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (XKLS:0180) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.25, compared to a current price of RM0.14 — trading 44% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.48%, which is 12% below median its 10-year median of 2.82 and 34.5% below the Retail - Defensive industry median of 3.79. Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Return-on-Tangible-Asset calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (XKLS:0180), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.48% 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 Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (XKLS:0180) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM0.14 is trading 44% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.25.
GuruFocus considers Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:0180:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 2.48% (12% below median its 10-year median of 2.82)
GF Value™: RM0.25 vs. price of RM0.14 (44% below fair value)
Industry Position: 34.5% below the Retail - Defensive median (#165 of 312)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0180 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd Business Description
Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd is engaged in the distribution and warehousing services of third-party consumer packaged goods in East Malaysia. It is also engaged in the manufacturing of bakery products under its brand Creamos. The operating segments of the company consist of Distribution, Manufacturing, and Others. It distributes and sells products through retail outlets, hypermarkets, supermarkets, sundry shops, convenience stores, petrol kiosks, Chinese medical halls, and school canteens. The company generates maximum revenue from the Distribution segment.
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