Old Chang Kee (SGX:5ML) Total Operating Expense: S$58.1 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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SGX:5ML Old Chang Kee Ltd SGX:5ML
44 GF Score
Price S$1.18
GF Value S$0.80
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Old Chang Kee Total Operating Expense?

Old Chang Kee SGX:5ML 44 Total Operating Expense is S$58.1 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates SGX:5ML with a GF Score™ of 44/100 and a GF Value™ of S$0.80 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Old Chang Kee's Total Operating Expense for the six months ended in Mar. 2026 was S$28.9 Mil. Old Chang Kee's Total Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was S$58.1 Mil.

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Old Chang Kee Total Operating Expense Historical Data

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Old Chang Kee Total Operating Expense Chart

Old Chang Kee Annual Data
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Old Chang Kee Semi-Annual Data
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Old Chang Kee Total Operating Expense Calculation

Total Operating Expense is the primary recurring expense associated with central operations that are incurred in order to generate sales.


Total Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was S$58.1 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.

What does a Total Operating Expense of S$58.1 Mil mean?
Old Chang Kee (SGX:5ML) has a Total Operating Expense of S$58.1 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Total operating expense is the primary recurring expense associated with central operations. View historical data on Old Chang Kee and its competitors.
Is Old Chang Kee's Total Operating Expense too high?
Old Chang Kee's current Total Operating Expense is S$58.1 Mil. Overall, Old Chang Kee has a GF Score™ of 44/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Old Chang Kee's Total Operating Expense compare to MCD and SBUX?
Old Chang Kee's Total Operating Expense of S$58.1 Mil can be compared against companies in the Restaurants industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Total Operating Expense for a Restaurants company?
A good Total Operating Expense depends on the Restaurants industry context. However, Total Operating 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 Total Operating Expense mean?
A high Total Operating Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Total operating expense is the primary recurring expense associated with central operations. View historical data on Old Chang Kee and its competitors. Old Chang Kee's current Total Operating Expense is S$58.1 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Old Chang Kee stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Old Chang Kee (SGX:5ML) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is S$0.80, compared to a current price of S$1.18 — trading 47.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Total Operating Expense is S$58.1 Mil. Old Chang Kee's overall GF Score™ is 44/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Total Operating Expense calculated?
Total Operating Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Old Chang Kee (SGX:5ML), the current Total Operating Expense is S$58.1 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 Old Chang Kee (SGX:5ML) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Old Chang Kee stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of S$1.18 is trading 47.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of S$0.80. GuruFocus considers Old Chang Kee to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SGX:5ML:

  • Total Operating Expense: S$58.1 Mil
  • GF Value™: S$0.80 vs. price of S$1.18 (47.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 44/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SGX:5ML stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Old Chang Kee Business Description

Address 2 Woodlands Terrace, Singapore, SGP, 738427
Old Chang Kee Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing and distribution of food products. The company's products include curry puffs, fishballs, chicken nuggets, and chicken wings. It also provides catering services in Singapore. The company's geographical segments include Singapore, Australia, and Malaysia, and a majority of its revenue is derived from Singapore. The company is engaged in the manufacture and sale of food products under brands such as Old Chang Kee, the Curry Times, and Dip n Go.
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