Kuala Lumpur Kepong Bhd.
20.30
MYR
+0.22
(+1.10%)
ISIN
MYL2445OO004
Return %
Stock
S&P 500
1Y
-2.03
14.20
3Y
-9.37
81.12
5Y
-11.35
68.34
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- CEO
- Jia Zhang Lee
- Full Time Employees
- 50,738
- Sector
- Process industries
- Industry
- Agricultural commodities/Milling
- Address
- Wisma Taiko Ipoh PR Malaysia 30000
- IPO Date
- Jan 1, 1974
- Website
- klk.com.my
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- Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad stands as a multifaceted Malaysian enterprise, primarily engaged across the plantation, manufacturing, and property development sectors. Established in 1906, the company operates through distinct divisions including Plantations, Manufacturing, Property Development, Investment Holding, and other ancillary ventures. The Plantation division remains foundational, overseeing the cultivation and processing of oil palm and natural rubber. This core segment is responsible for the extraction of crude palm oil and the production of rubber, with an extensive land bank spanning approximately 300,000 hectares across Malaysia, Indonesia, and Liberia. Its Manufacturing arm, operating under KLK OLEO, represents a significant vertically integrated resource-based operation. This division produces a wide array of oleochemicals, derivatives, and specialty chemicals. Products include fatty acids, glycerine, fatty alcohols, fatty esters, methyl ester sulphonates, various surfactants, phytonutrients, industrial amides, and specialized chemicals for paper, detergents, cosmetics, and basic organic applications derived from agricultural raw materials. Additionally, the manufacturing portfolio extends to rubber gloves, parquet flooring, pharmaceutical intermediates, fine chemicals, and bulk liquid storage and distribution. These offerings cater to diverse markets such as beauty and personal care, home care, life sciences, food and nutrition, lubricants, and polymers. Manufacturing facilities are strategically located in Malaysia, Indonesia, China, and across Europe, including Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, and Switzerland. Through KLK Land, the Property Development division concentrates on creating residential and commercial properties, including integrated townships like Bandar Seri Coalfields and Caledonia in Malaysia. The company also maintains an Investment Holding segment involved in financial placements and corporate investments, while its 'Others' category encompasses farming and management services, agronomic research, biogas power plant operations, holiday bungalow management, and specific logistics for palm products. Recent strategic developments include a joint venture with AAK in October 2025 to establish a specialty oils and fats refinery in Pasir Gudang. In September 2024, KLK forged a partnership with AME Elite Consortium for industrial property development in Selangor and formalized a joint venture with Alami Commodities for palm oil and specialty fats manufacturing, sales, and marketing, with a new refinery and packaging plant slated for commissioning in 2025. December 2023 saw the acquisition of controlling stakes in two Indonesian palm oil companies, enhancing the plantation land bank and securing feedstock for future refining capabilities in East Kalimantan. Earlier in April 2023, KLK OLEO expanded its European presence by acquiring a controlling interest in Temix Oleo SpA, a producer of esters for industrial applications. Headquartered in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad emphasizes sustainable practices and a vertically integrated business model to mitigate market volatility and foster long-term value across its global operations.