PLB Engineering Bhd
PLB Engineering Berhad, an investment holding company, engages in the contracting and construction of industrial, residential, and commercial building and renovation works in Malaysia. The company operates through the Construction, Property Development, and Investment segments. The company is involved in the housing and property development activities; letting of properties; and provision of mana… Read more
PLB Engineering Bhd (7055) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of November 2025: RM79.48 Million MYR
Based on the latest financial reports, PLB Engineering Bhd (7055) has net assets worth RM79.48 Million MYR as of November 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (RM279.64 Million) and total liabilities (RM200.16 Million). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | RM79.48 Million |
| % of Total Assets | 28.42% |
| Annual Growth Rate | -2.75% |
| 5-Year Change | -39.03% |
| 10-Year Change | -35.74% |
| Growth Volatility | 9.76 |
PLB Engineering Bhd - Net Assets Trend (2012–2025)
This chart illustrates how PLB Engineering Bhd's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for PLB Engineering Bhd (2012–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of PLB Engineering Bhd from 2012 to 2025.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-31 | RM80.06 Million | -2.58% |
| 2024-08-31 | RM82.19 Million | -11.58% |
| 2023-08-31 | RM92.95 Million | -22.03% |
| 2022-08-31 | RM119.21 Million | -9.21% |
| 2021-08-31 | RM131.31 Million | -2.11% |
| 2020-08-31 | RM134.14 Million | -11.92% |
| 2019-08-31 | RM152.29 Million | +5.22% |
| 2018-08-31 | RM144.73 Million | +6.70% |
| 2017-08-31 | RM135.64 Million | +8.88% |
| 2016-08-31 | RM124.58 Million | -6.33% |
| 2015-08-31 | RM133.00 Million | -5.00% |
| 2014-08-31 | RM140.00 Million | +7.69% |
| 2013-08-31 | RM130.00 Million | +13.04% |
| 2012-08-31 | RM115.00 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to PLB Engineering Bhd's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have decreased by 173.8% over the analyzed period, potentially due to dividend distributions or operating losses.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (August 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Common Stock | RM112.40 Million | 140.38% |
| Total Equity | RM80.06 Million | 100.00% |
PLB Engineering Bhd Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of PLB Engineering Bhd ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
TEXAS ROADHOUSE (ROW.SG)
STU:ROW
|
$1.43 Million |
|
Troubadour Resources Inc
OTCQB:TROUF
|
$1.43 Million |
|
Banaras Beads Limited
NSE:BANARBEADS
|
$1.44 Million |
|
Quality Industrial Corp.
PINK:QIND
|
$1.44 Million |
|
Webac Holding AG
F:RKB
|
$1.43 Million |
|
TCTM Kids IT Education Inc.
NASDAQ:VSA
|
$1.43 Million |
|
AmeraMex International Inc
PINK:AMMX
|
$1.43 Million |
|
Muza S.A
WAR:MZA
|
$1.43 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in PLB Engineering Bhd's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 82,186,850 to 80,063,620, a change of -2,123,230 (-2.6%).
- Net income of 5,277,430 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Other factors decreased equity by 7,400,660.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | RM5.28 Million | +6.59% |
| Other Changes | RM-7.40 Million | -9.24% |
| Total Change | RM- | -2.58% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares PLB Engineering Bhd's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 1.09x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
- The price-to-book ratio has increased from 0.64x to 1.09x over the analyzed period, suggesting growing market confidence.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-08-31 | RM1.21 | RM0.78 | x |
| 2017-08-31 | RM1.32 | RM0.78 | x |
| 2018-08-31 | RM1.29 | RM0.78 | x |
| 2019-08-31 | RM1.35 | RM0.78 | x |
| 2020-08-31 | RM1.19 | RM0.78 | x |
| 2021-08-31 | RM1.17 | RM0.78 | x |
| 2022-08-31 | RM1.06 | RM0.78 | x |
| 2023-08-31 | RM0.83 | RM0.78 | x |
| 2024-08-31 | RM0.73 | RM0.78 | x |
| 2025-08-31 | RM0.71 | RM0.78 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently PLB Engineering Bhd utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 6.59%
- The company has moderate efficiency in generating returns from equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 5.91%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.31x
- • Equity Multiplier: 3.57x
- Recent ROE (6.59%) is above the historical average (-4.47%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | -0.43% | -0.30% | 0.52x | 2.73x | RM-12.99 Million |
| 2017 | 2.94% | 2.58% | 0.42x | 2.74x | RM-9.58 Million |
| 2018 | -1.60% | -2.35% | 0.20x | 3.42x | RM-16.79 Million |
| 2019 | 4.96% | 3.11% | 0.43x | 3.70x | RM-7.67 Million |
| 2020 | -7.21% | -5.65% | 0.31x | 4.17x | RM-23.09 Million |
| 2021 | 1.53% | 1.17% | 0.32x | 4.11x | RM-11.12 Million |
| 2022 | -10.15% | -7.09% | 0.39x | 3.71x | RM-24.02 Million |
| 2023 | -28.27% | -58.64% | 0.11x | 4.58x | RM-35.57 Million |
| 2024 | -13.08% | -8.90% | 0.32x | 4.63x | RM-18.97 Million |
| 2025 | 6.59% | 5.91% | 0.31x | 3.57x | RM-2.73 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares PLB Engineering Bhd's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Engineering & Construction industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Engineering & Construction
- Average net assets among peers: $122,625,026
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 10.90%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLB Engineering Bhd (7055) | RM79.48 Million | -0.43% | 2.52x | $1.43 Million |
| Southern Score Builders Berhad (0045) | $185.91 Million | 21.63% | 0.66x | $100.69 Million |
| Mega Sun City Holdings Bhd (0081) | $63.83 Million | 5.86% | 0.08x | $774.65K |
| Waja Konsortium Bhd (0102) | $41.21 Million | 2.11% | 0.40x | $3.75 Million |
| Kelington Group Bhd (0151) | $21.62 Million | 30.56% | 1.09x | $533.88 Million |
| Widad Group Bhd (0162) | $456.36 Million | -3.64% | 1.38x | $3.73 Million |
| Pasukhas Group Bhd (0177) | $74.27 Million | -9.78% | 1.27x | $1.72 Million |
| HSS Engineers Bhd (0185) | $227.91 Million | 1.33% | 0.61x | $19.35 Million |
| Cabnet Holdings Bhd (0191) | $44.67 Million | 2.71% | 1.17x | $1.84 Million |
| Inta Bina Group Bhd (0192) | $99.86 Million | 15.42% | 1.52x | $19.05 Million |
| Kejuruteraan Asastera Bhd (0193) | $10.62 Million | 42.83% | 4.18x | $86.27 Million |