Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) Tax Expense: RM23.3 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


XKLS:5134 Southern Acids (M) Bhd XKLS:5134
73 GF Score
Price RM3.10
GF Value RM2.89
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Southern Acids (M) Bhd Tax Expense?

Southern Acids (M) Bhd XKLS:5134 +2.31% 73 Tax Expense is RM23.3 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5134 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.89 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Southern Acids (M) Bhd's tax expense for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM7.5 Mil. Its tax expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM23.3 Mil.


Southern Acids (M) Bhd  (XKLS:5134) Tax Expense Explanation

In the long run, income before tax and taxable income will likely be more similar than they are in any given period. If the one is less in earlier years, then it will be greater in later years. Deferred taxes will reverse themselves in the long run and in total will zero out, unless there is something like a change in tax rates in the intervening period. A deferred tax payable results from a tax break in the early years and will reverse itself in later years; a deferred tax receivable results from more taxes being paid in early years than the tax expense reported to shareholders and will again reverse itself in later years. The deferred tax amount is computed by estimating the amount and the timing of the reversal and multiplying that by the appropriate tax rates.


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Southern Acids (M) Bhd Tax Expense Historical Data

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Southern Acids (M) Bhd Tax Expense Chart

Southern Acids (M) Bhd Annual Data
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Southern Acids (M) Bhd Quarterly Data
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Southern Acids (M) Bhd Tax Expense Calculation

Tax paid by the company. It is computed in by multiplying the income before tax number, as reported to shareholders, by the appropriate tax rate. In reality, the computation is typically considerably more complex due to things such as expenses considered not deductible by taxing authorities ("add backs"), the range of tax rates applicable to various levels of income, different tax rates in different jurisdictions, multiple layers of tax on income, and other issues.

Tax Expense 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 RM23.3 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 Tax Expense →
What does a Tax Expense of RM23.3 Mil mean?
Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) has a Tax Expense of RM23.3 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Tax expense is the amount of tax the company pays in an accounting period. View historical data on Southern Acids (M) Bhd and its competitors.
Is Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Tax Expense too high?
Southern Acids (M) Bhd's current Tax Expense is RM23.3 Mil. Overall, Southern Acids (M) Bhd has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Tax Expense compare to HON and MMM?
Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Tax Expense of RM23.3 Mil can be compared against companies in the Conglomerates industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Tax Expense for a Conglomerates company?
A good Tax Expense depends on the Conglomerates industry context. However, Tax Expense 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 Tax Expense mean?
A high Tax Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Tax expense is the amount of tax the company pays in an accounting period. View historical data on Southern Acids (M) Bhd and its competitors. Southern Acids (M) Bhd's current Tax Expense is RM23.3 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Southern Acids (M) Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.89, compared to a current price of RM3.10 — trading 7.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Tax Expense is RM23.3 Mil. Southern Acids (M) Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Tax Expense calculated?
Tax Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134), the current Tax Expense is RM23.3 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 Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Southern Acids (M) Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM3.10 is trading 7.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.89. GuruFocus considers Southern Acids (M) Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5134:

  • Tax Expense: RM23.3 Mil
  • GF Value™: RM2.89 vs. price of RM3.10 (7.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5134 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Southern Acids (M) Bhd Business Description

Address No. 8, Jalan Batu Tiga Lama, Level 29, Centro Tower, Klang, SGR, MYS, 41300
Southern Acids (M) Bhd is an investment holding and the provision of a management service company. The company's operating segment includes Oleochemical; Healthcare; Milling and Cultivation and Investments and services. It generates maximum revenue from the Milling and Cultivation segment. The Oleochemical Segment is involved in the manufacturing and marketing of fatty acids and glycerine. Its Milling and Cultivation Segment is principally engaged in the processing of Fresh Fruit Bunches. Geographically, it has a presence in Malaysia, Indonesia, Europe, America, and Other Countries.
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