Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad Beat Analyst Estimates: See What The Consensus Is Forecasting For This Year

As you might know, Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad (KLSE:MATRIX) recently reported its full-year numbers. The results were mixed; although revenues of RM1.2b fell 10% short of what the analysts had predicted, per-share (statutory) earnings of RM0.16 beat expectations by 30%. Earnings are an important time for investors, as they can track a company's performance, look at what the analysts are forecasting for next year, and see if there's been a change in sentiment towards the company. We've gathered the most recent statutory forecasts to see whether the analysts have changed their earnings models, following these results.

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Taking into account the latest results, the most recent consensus for Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad from seven analysts is for revenues of RM1.41b in 2026. If met, it would imply a notable 19% increase on its revenue over the past 12 months. Statutory earnings per share are predicted to shoot up 27% to RM0.15. Yet prior to the latest earnings, the analysts had been anticipated revenues of RM1.42b and earnings per share (EPS) of RM0.14 in 2026. So the consensus seems to have become somewhat more optimistic on Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad's earnings potential following these results.

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The consensus price target was unchanged at RM1.58, implying that the improved earnings outlook is not expected to have a long term impact on value creation for shareholders. There's another way to think about price targets though, and that's to look at the range of price targets put forward by analysts, because a wide range of estimates could suggest a diverse view on possible outcomes for the business. Currently, the most bullish analyst values Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad at RM1.73 per share, while the most bearish prices it at RM1.40. The narrow spread of estimates could suggest that the business' future is relatively easy to value, or thatthe analysts have a strong view on its prospects.

These estimates are interesting, but it can be useful to paint some more broad strokes when seeing how forecasts compare, both to the Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad's past performance and to peers in the same industry. It's clear from the latest estimates that Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad's rate of growth is expected to accelerate meaningfully, with the forecast 19% annualised revenue growth to the end of 2026 noticeably faster than its historical growth of 2.1% p.a. over the past five years. Compare this with other companies in the same industry, which are forecast to grow their revenue 7.8% annually. Factoring in the forecast acceleration in revenue, it's pretty clear that Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad is expected to grow much faster than its industry.

The Bottom Line

The most important thing here is that the analysts upgraded their earnings per share estimates, suggesting that there has been a clear increase in optimism towards Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad following these results. Happily, there were no major changes to revenue forecasts, with the business still expected to grow faster than the wider industry. There was no real change to the consensus price target, suggesting that the intrinsic value of the business has not undergone any major changes with the latest estimates.

With that in mind, we wouldn't be too quick to come to a conclusion on Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad. Long-term earnings power is much more important than next year's profits. We have estimates - from multiple Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad analysts - going out to 2028, and you can see them free on our platform here.

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