Star Media Group Bhd (XKLS:6084) ROCE %: -5.97% (As of Mar. 2026)


XKLS:6084 Star Media Group Bhd XKLS:6084
31 GF Score
Price RM0.28
GF Value RM0.36
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Star Media Group Bhd ROCE %?

Star Media Group Bhd XKLS:6084 +1.82% 31 ROCE % is -5.97% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:6084 with a GF Score™ of 31/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.36 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

ROCE % measures how well a company generates profits from its capital. It is calculated as EBIT divided by Capital Employed, where Capital Employed is calculated as Total Assets minus Total Current Liabilities. Star Media Group Bhd's annualized ROCE % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -5.97%.

Star Media Group Bhd  (XKLS:6084) ROCE % Explanation

ROCE % can be especially useful when comparing the performance of capital-intensive companies. Unlike ROE %, which indicates the profitability of Shareholders Equity, ROCE % also considers long-term debt in Capital Employed. This can be helpful when analyzing companies with significant debt, as the result is neutralized by taking debt into consideration.

Generally speaking, a higher ROCE % indicates a stonger profitability for a company. Moreover, it is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Investors tend to favor companies with stable and rising ROCE % trend over those with volatile ones.

Star Media Group Bhd ROCE % Related Terms

Star Media Group Bhd ROCE % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Star Media Group Bhd's ROCE % 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.

Star Media Group Bhd ROCE % Chart

Star Media Group Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
ROCE %
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -20.11 1.46 1.37 9.97 0.29

Star Media Group Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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Star Media Group Bhd ROCE % Calculation

Star Media Group Bhd's annualized ROCE % for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=2.019/( ( (775.218 - 55.672) + (733.743 - 47.246) )/ 2 )
=2.019/( (719.546+686.497)/ 2 )
=2.019/703.0215
=0.29 %

Star Media Group Bhd's ROCE % of for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT (1)/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-40.632/( ( (733.743 - 47.246) + (723.522 - 48.583) )/ 2 )
=-40.632/( ( 686.497 + 674.939 )/ 2 )
=-40.632/680.718
=-5.97 %

(1) Note: The EBIT data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) EBIT 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about ROCE % →
What does a ROCE % of -5.97% mean?
Star Media Group Bhd (XKLS:6084) has a ROCE % of -5.97% as of Mar. 2026.
Is Star Media Group Bhd's ROCE % too high?
Star Media Group Bhd's current ROCE % is -5.97%. Overall, Star Media Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 31/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Star Media Group Bhd's ROCE % compare to NYT and WLY?
Star Media Group Bhd's ROCE % of -5.97% can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. The industry median ROCE % is 3.04. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good ROCE % for a Media - Diversified company?
The median ROCE % among Media - Diversified companies is 3.04, based on 977 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a ROCE % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, ROCE % 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 ROCE % mean?
A high ROCE % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median ROCE % is 3.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Star Media Group Bhd's current ROCE % is -5.97%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Star Media Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Star Media Group Bhd (XKLS:6084) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.36, compared to a current price of RM0.28 — trading 22.2% below its estimated fair value. The current ROCE % is -5.97%. Star Media Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 31/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is ROCE % calculated?
ROCE % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Star Media Group Bhd (XKLS:6084), the current ROCE % is -5.97% 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 Star Media Group Bhd (XKLS:6084) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Star Media Group Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.28 is trading 22.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.36. GuruFocus considers Star Media Group Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:6084:

  • ROCE %: -5.97%
  • GF Value™: RM0.36 vs. price of RM0.28 (22.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 31/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:6084 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Star Media Group Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan 16/11, Level 15, Menara Star 15, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 46350
Star Media Group Bhd publishes, prints, and distributes newspapers and advertisements in print and electronic media. The company operates in three reportable segments: Print, digital and events which is engaged in the publication and distribution of newspapers, magazines, and electronic media and online portal and provision of event organizing management; Broadcasting which operates wireless broadcasting stations; and the Property development and investment segment which develops commercial properties and invests in real estate. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from the Print, digital and events segment. Geographically, the company derives its key revenue from Malaysia and the rest from The United States of America, Singapore, United Kingdom and other regions.
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