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PLB Engineering BhdXKLS:7055 46 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.14% as of Feb. 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7055 with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.13 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,780 Construction companies, PLB Engineering Bhd ranks better than 54.89% on this metric.
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated as Net Income divided by its average total tangible assets. Total tangible assets equals to Total Assets minus Intangible Assets. PLB Engineering Bhd's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was RM21.4 Mil. PLB Engineering Bhd's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was RM263.1 Mil. Therefore, PLB Engineering Bhd's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 8.14%.
The historical rank and industry rank for PLB Engineering Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:7055'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -5.88 Med: -0.35 Max: 3.76
Current: 3.76
During the past 13 years, PLB Engineering Bhd's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 3.76%. The lowest was -5.88%. And the median was -0.35%.
XKLS:7055's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 54.89% of 1780
companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 3.06
vs XKLS:7055: 3.76
PLB Engineering Bhd (XKLS:7055) 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.
PLB Engineering Bhd Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
PLB Engineering Bhd Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for PLB Engineering Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be seen below:
* 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.
PLB Engineering Bhd Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
XKLS:7055 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, PLB Engineering 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.
PLB Engineering Bhd Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Construction Industry
For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, PLB Engineering Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where PLB Engineering 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 (Feb. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.14% mean?
PLB Engineering Bhd (XKLS:7055) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.14% as of Feb. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on PLB Engineering Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, PLB Engineering Bhd ranks #803 out of 1780 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 45.1%.
Is PLB Engineering Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
PLB Engineering Bhd's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.14%. The Construction industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.06. PLB Engineering Bhd's value of 8.14% is 166% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, PLB Engineering Bhd ranks #803 out of 1780 companies in the Construction industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, PLB Engineering Bhd has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PLB Engineering Bhd's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, PLB Engineering Bhd ranks #803 out of 1780 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This puts PLB Engineering Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.06. PLB Engineering Bhd's value of 8.14% is 166% above this benchmark. 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 Construction company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Construction companies is 3.06, based on 1,780 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. PLB Engineering Bhd's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.14% is 166% above 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 PLB Engineering Bhd and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.06 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PLB Engineering Bhd's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.14%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PLB Engineering Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PLB Engineering Bhd (XKLS:7055) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.13, compared to a current price of RM0.80 — trading 29.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.14% and 166% above the Construction industry median of 3.06. PLB Engineering Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 4 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 PLB Engineering Bhd (XKLS:7055), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.14% as of Feb. 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 PLB Engineering Bhd (XKLS:7055) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PLB Engineering Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM0.80 is trading 29.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.13.
GuruFocus considers PLB Engineering Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:7055:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 8.14%
GF Value™: RM1.13 vs. price of RM0.80 (29.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 166% above the Construction median (#803 of 1780)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7055 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
PLB Engineering Bhd is a Malaysia-based firm engaged in property development, construction, and related services. The company operates in four segments: Construction, which involves the construction of industrial, residential, and commercial buildings and renovation work; Property development, which comprises housing and property development; Investment holding, which includes investment holding and property letting; and the Solar energy segment, which comprises the generation of electricity from the solar plant. The majority of its revenue comes from the Construction Segment.
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