Sanyo Engineeringnstruction (TSE:1960) Piotroski F-Score: 8 (As of Jul. 24, 2026) — 33% Above Median

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TSE:1960 Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc TSE:1960
73 GF Score
Price 円1,540.00
GF Value 円1,079.12
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Sanyo Engineeringnstruction Piotroski F-Score?

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction TSE:1960 +4.76% 73 Piotroski F-Score is 8 as of Jul. 24, 2026, which is 33% above its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates TSE:1960 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,079.12 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,729 Construction companies, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction ranks better than 98.26% on this metric.

Good Sign:

Piotroski F-Score is 8, indicates a very healthy situation.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

Good or high score = 7, 8, 9
Bad or low score = 0, 1, 2, 3

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction has an F-score of 8. It is a good or high score, which usually indicates a very healthy situation.

The historical rank and industry rank for Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's Piotroski F-Score or its related term are showing as below:

TSE:1960' s Piotroski F-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4   Med: 6   Max: 8
Current: 8

During the past 13 years, the highest Piotroski F-Score of Sanyo Engineeringnstruction was 8. The lowest was 4. And the median was 6.

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction  (TSE:1960) Piotroski F-Score Explanation

The developer of the system is Joseph D. Piotroski is relatively unknown accounting professor who shuns publicity and rarely gives interviews.

He graduated from the University of Illinois with a B.S. in accounting in 1989, received an M.B.A. from Indiana University in 1994. Five years later, in 1999, after earning a Ph.D. in accounting from the University of Michigan, he became an associate professor of accounting at the University of Chicago.

In 2000, he wrote a research paper called "Value Investing: The Use of Historical Financial Statement Information to Separate Winners from Losers" (pdf).

He wanted to see if he can develop a system (using a simple nine-point scoring system) that can increase the returns of a strategy of investing in low price to book (referred to in the paper as high book to market) value companies.

What he found was something that exceeded his most optimistic expectations.

Buying only those companies that scored highest (8 or 9) on his nine-point scale, or F-Score as he called it, over the 20 year period from 1976 to 1996 led to an average out-performance over the market of 13.4%.

Even more impressive were the results of a strategy of investing in the highest F-Score companies (8 or 9) and shorting companies with the lowest F-Score (0 or 1).

Over the same period from 1976 to 1996 (20 years) this strategy led to an average yearly return of 23%, substantially outperforming the average S&P 500 index return of 15.83% over the same period.


Sanyo Engineeringnstruction Piotroski F-Score Related Terms


Sanyo Engineeringnstruction Piotroski F-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's Piotroski F-Score can be seen below:

* 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.

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction Piotroski F-Score Chart

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Piotroski F-Score
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Sanyo Engineeringnstruction Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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TSE:1960 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Piotroski F-Score Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's Piotroski F-Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Piotroski F-Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Sanyo Engineeringnstruction Piotroski F-Score vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's Piotroski F-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's Piotroski F-Score falls into.


TSE:1960
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How is the Piotroski F-Score calculated?

* 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.

This Year (Mar26) TTM:Last Year (Mar25) TTM:
Net Income was 円2,766 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 円5,831 Mil.
Revenue was 円61,077 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円9,125 Mil.
Average Total Assets from the begining of this year (Mar25)
to the end of this year (Mar26) was (59039 + 60543) / 2 = 円59791 Mil.
Total Assets at the begining of this year (Mar25) was 円59,039 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円39,687 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円25,181 Mil.
Net Income was 円1,748 Mil.

Revenue was 円67,859 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円7,779 Mil.
Average Total Assets from the begining of last year (Mar24)
to the end of last year (Mar25) was (48800 + 59039) / 2 = 円53919.5 Mil.
Total Assets at the begining of last year (Mar24) was 円48,800 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円39,842 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円26,990 Mil.

*Note: If the latest quarterly/semi-annual/annual total assets data is 0, then we will use previous quarterly/semi-annual/annual data for all the items in the balance sheet.

Profitability

Question 1. Return on Assets (ROA)

Net income before extraordinary items for the year divided by Total Assets at the beginning of the year.

Score 1 if positive, 0 if negative.

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's current Net Income (TTM) was 2,766. ==> Positive ==> Score 1.

Question 2. Cash Flow Return on Assets (CFROA)

Net cash flow from operating activities (operating cash flow) divided by Total Assets at the beginning of the year.

Score 1 if positive, 0 if negative.

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's current Cash Flow from Operations (TTM) was 5,831. ==> Positive ==> Score 1.

Question 3. Change in Return on Assets

Compare this year's return on assets (1) to last year's return on assets.

Score 1 if it's higher, 0 if it's lower.

ROA (This Year)=Net Income/Total Assets (Mar25)
=2766/59039
=0.04685039

ROA (Last Year)=Net Income/Total Assets (Mar24)
=1748/48800
=0.03581967

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's return on assets of this year was 0.04685039. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's return on assets of last year was 0.03581967. ==> This year is higher. ==> Score 1.

Question 4. Quality of Earnings (Accrual)

Compare Cash flow return on assets (2) to return on assets (1)

Score 1 if CFROA > ROA, 0 if CFROA <= ROA.

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's current Net Income (TTM) was 2,766. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's current Cash Flow from Operations (TTM) was 5,831. ==> 5,831 > 2,766 ==> CFROA > ROA ==> Score 1.

Funding

Question 5. Change in Gearing or Leverage

Compare this year's gearing (long-term debt divided by average total assets) to last year's gearing.

Score 0 if this year's gearing is higher, 1 otherwise.

Gearing (This Year: Mar26)=Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation/Average Total Assets from Mar25 to Mar26
=0/59791
=0

Gearing (Last Year: Mar25)=Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation/Average Total Assets from Mar24 to Mar25
=0/53919.5
=0

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's gearing of this year was 0. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's gearing of last year was 0. ==> This year is lower or equal to last year. ==> Score 1.

Question 6. Change in Working Capital (Liquidity)

Compare this year's current ratio (current assets divided by current liabilities) to last year's current ratio.

Score 1 if this year's current ratio is higher, 0 if it's lower

Current Ratio (This Year: Mar26)=Total Current Assets/Total Current Liabilities
=39687/25181
=1.57606926

Current Ratio (Last Year: Mar25)=Total Current Assets/Total Current Liabilities
=39842/26990
=1.47617636

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's current ratio of this year was 1.57606926. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's current ratio of last year was 1.47617636. ==> This year's current ratio is higher. ==> Score 1.

Question 7. Change in Shares in Issue

Compare the number of shares in issue this year, to the number in issue last year.

Score 0 if there is larger number of shares in issue this year, 1 otherwise.

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's number of shares in issue this year was 15.355. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's number of shares in issue last year was 15.355. ==> There is smaller number of shares in issue this year, or the same. ==> Score 1.

Efficiency

Question 8. Change in Gross Margin

Compare this year's gross margin (Gross Profit divided by sales) to last year's.

Score 1 if this year's gross margin is higher, 0 if it's lower.

Gross Margin (This Year: TTM)=Gross Profit/Revenue
=9125/61077
=0.14940158

Gross Margin (Last Year: TTM)=Gross Profit/Revenue
=7779/67859
=0.11463476

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's gross margin of this year was 0.14940158. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's gross margin of last year was 0.11463476. ==> This year's gross margin is higher. ==> Score 1.

Question 9. Change in asset turnover

Compare this year's asset turnover (total sales for the year divided by total assets at the beginning of the year) to last year's asset turnover ratio.

Score 1 if this year's asset turnover ratio is higher, 0 if it's lower

Asset Turnover (This Year)=Revenue/Total Assets at the Beginning of This Year (Mar25)
=61077/59039
=1.03451955

Asset Turnover (Last Year)=Revenue/Total Assets at the Beginning of Last Year (Mar24)
=67859/48800
=1.39055328

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's asset turnover of this year was 1.03451955. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's asset turnover of last year was 1.39055328. ==> Last year's asset turnover is higher ==> Score 0.

Evaluation

Piotroski F-Score= Que. 1+ Que. 2+ Que. 3+Que. 4+Que. 5+Que. 6+Que. 7+Que. 8+Que. 9
=1+1+1+1+1+1+1+1+0
=8

Good or high score = 7, 8, 9
Bad or low score = 0, 1, 2, 3

Sanyo Engineeringnstruction has an F-score of 8. It is a good or high score, which usually indicates a very healthy situation.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Piotroski F-Score →
What does a Piotroski F-Score of 8 mean?
Sanyo Engineeringnstruction (TSE:1960) has a Piotroski F-Score of 8 as of Jul. 24, 2026. The Piotroski F-score grades a company's business operating strength from 0-9. View historical data on Sanyo Engineeringnstruction and its competitors. This is 33% above median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's Piotroski F-Score has ranged from 4.00 to 8.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction ranks #30 out of 1729 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 1.7%.
Is Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's Piotroski F-Score too high?
Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's current Piotroski F-Score of 8 is 33% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.00 to a high of 8.00. The Construction industry median Piotroski F-Score is 5.00. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's value of 8 is 60% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction ranks #30 out of 1729 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's Piotroski F-Score compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction ranks #30 out of 1729 companies for Piotroski F-Score. This places Sanyo Engineeringnstruction in the top 2% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Piotroski F-Score is 5.00. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's value of 8 is 60% above this benchmark. Historically, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's own Piotroski F-Score has ranged from 4.00 to 8.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.00 vs. the industry median of 5.00, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Piotroski F-Score for a Construction company?
The median Piotroski F-Score among Construction companies is 5.00, based on 1,729 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Piotroski F-Score significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Piotroski F-Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's current Piotroski F-Score of 8 is 60% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Piotroski F-Score mean?
A high Piotroski F-Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The Piotroski F-score grades a company's business operating strength from 0-9. View historical data on Sanyo Engineeringnstruction and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median Piotroski F-Score is 5.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's current Piotroski F-Score is 8, which is 33% above median its own 10-year median of 6.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sanyo Engineeringnstruction stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction (TSE:1960) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,079.12, compared to a current price of 円1,540.00 — trading 42.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Piotroski F-Score is 8, which is 33% above median its 10-year median of 6.00 and 60% above the Construction industry median of 5.00. Sanyo Engineeringnstruction's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Piotroski F-Score calculated?
Piotroski F-Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Sanyo Engineeringnstruction (TSE:1960), the current Piotroski F-Score is 8 as of Jul. 24, 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 Sanyo Engineeringnstruction (TSE:1960) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanyo Engineeringnstruction stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,540.00 is trading 42.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,079.12. GuruFocus considers Sanyo Engineeringnstruction to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:1960:

  • Piotroski F-Score: 8 (33% above median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: 円1,079.12 vs. price of 円1,540.00 (42.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 60% above the Construction median (#30 of 1729)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:1960 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sanyo Engineeringnstruction Business Description

Address 3-13 Nibanmachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 102-8440
Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc. covers all aspects of mechanical, electrical, and other associated engineering services. It provides painting work, survey work, fire extinguishing facility work, production and sales of electric equipment, air conditioning, water supply, and drainage work, civil engineering work, steel structure work, and others. The company's work include Tan Son Nhat International Airport, The mall shopping center, The University of Tokyo, School of Science, Tokai Hokuriku Expressway Tsubakihara Tunnel, and others.
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