ADNOC Gas (ADX:ADNOCGAS) Beneish M-Score: -2.29 (As of Aug. 25, 2026)

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52 GF Score
Price د.إ3.30
GF Value د.إ2.99
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is ADNOC Gas Beneish M-Score?

ADNOC Gas ADX:ADNOCGAS 52 Beneish M-Score is -2.29 as of Aug. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates ADX:ADNOCGAS with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of د.إ2.99 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 833 Oil & Gas companies, ADNOC Gas ranks worse than 70.59% on this metric.

The zones of discrimination for M-Score is as such:

An M-Score of equal or less than -1.78 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.
An M-Score of greater than -1.78 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Good Sign:

Beneish M-Score -2.29 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for ADNOC Gas's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

ADX:ADNOCGAS' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.81   Med: -2.28   Max: 29.95
Current: -2.29

During the past 5 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of ADNOC Gas was 29.95. The lowest was -2.81. And the median was -2.28.


ADNOC Gas Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for ADNOC Gas's Beneish M-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.

ADNOC Gas Beneish M-Score Chart

ADNOC Gas Annual Data
Trend Dec20 Dec21 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
0.00 0.00 29.95 -2.81 -2.29

ADNOC Gas Quarterly Data
Dec20 Dec21 Oct22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
Beneish M-Score Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 0.00 -2.29 0.00 0.00

ADX:ADNOCGAS vs XOM, CVX: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Integrated subindustry, ADNOC Gas's Beneish M-Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Beneish M-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.


ADNOC Gas Beneish M-Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, ADNOC Gas's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where ADNOC Gas's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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ADNOC Gas Beneish M-Score Calculation

The M-score was created by Professor Messod Beneish. Instead of measuring the bankruptcy risk (Altman Z-Score) or business trend (Piotroski F-Score), M-score can be used to detect the risk of earnings manipulation. This is the original research paper on M-score.

The M-Score Variables:

The M-score of ADNOC Gas for today is based on a combination of the following eight different indices:

M=-4.84+0.92 * DSRI+0.528 * GMI+0.404 * AQI+0.892 * SGI+0.115 * DEPI
=-4.84+0.92 * 1.3273+0.528 * 0.9641+0.404 * 1.0599+0.892 * 0.9709+0.115 * 1.0029
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.7551+4.679 * -0.023507-0.327 * 1.0707
=-2.29

* 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 (Dec25) TTM:Last Year (Dec24) TTM:
Total Receivables was د.إ9,007 Mil.
Revenue was د.إ67,975 Mil.
Gross Profit was د.إ19,732 Mil.
Total Current Assets was د.إ23,834 Mil.
Total Assets was د.إ119,235 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was د.إ84,664 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was د.إ4,772 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was د.إ164 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was د.إ16,216 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was د.إ66 Mil.
Net Income was د.إ18,971 Mil.
Gross Profit was د.إ0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was د.إ21,774 Mil.
Total Receivables was د.إ6,990 Mil.
Revenue was د.إ70,015 Mil.
Gross Profit was د.إ19,594 Mil.
Total Current Assets was د.إ24,583 Mil.
Total Assets was د.إ113,207 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was د.إ79,006 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was د.إ4,467 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was د.إ224 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was د.إ14,342 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was د.إ96 Mil.




1. DSRI = Days Sales in Receivables Index

Measured as the ratio of Revenue in Total Receivables in year t to year t-1.

A large increase in DSR could be indicative of revenue inflation.

DSRI=(Receivables_t / Revenue_t) / (Receivables_t-1 / Revenue_t-1)
=(9006.819 / 67974.931) / (6989.638 / 70014.932)
=0.132502 / 0.099831
=1.3273

2. GMI = Gross Margin Index

Measured as the ratio of gross margin in year t-1 to gross margin in year t.

Gross margin has deteriorated when this index is above 1. A firm with poorer prospects is more likely to manipulate earnings.

GMI=GrossMargin_t-1 / GrossMargin_t
=(GrossProfit_t-1 / Revenue_t-1) / (GrossProfit_t / Revenue_t)
=(19593.808 / 70014.932) / (19732.177 / 67974.931)
=0.279852 / 0.290286
=0.9641

3. AQI = Asset Quality Index

AQI is the ratio of asset quality in year t to year t-1.

Asset quality is measured as the ratio of non-current assets other than Property, Plant and Equipment to Total Assets.

AQI=(1 - (CurrentAssets_t + PPE_t) / TotalAssets_t) / (1 - (CurrentAssets_t-1 + PPE_t-1) / TotalAssets_t-1)
=(1 - (23833.811 + 84664.344) / 119235.174) / (1 - (24582.976 + 79005.581) / 113206.846)
=0.090049 / 0.084962
=1.0599

4. SGI = Sales Growth Index

Ratio of Revenue in year t to sales in year t-1.

Sales growth is not itself a measure of manipulation. However, growth companies are likely to find themselves under pressure to manipulate in order to keep up appearances.

SGI=Sales_t / Sales_t-1
=Revenue_t / Revenue_t-1
=67974.931 / 70014.932
=0.9709

5. DEPI = Depreciation Index

Measured as the ratio of the rate of Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization in year t-1 to the corresponding rate in year t.

DEPI greater than 1 indicates that assets are being depreciated at a slower rate. This suggests that the firm might be revising useful asset life assumptions upwards, or adopting a new method that is income friendly.

DEPI=(Depreciation_t-1 / (Depreciaton_t-1 + PPE_t-1)) / (Depreciation_t / (Depreciaton_t + PPE_t))
=(4467.147 / (4467.147 + 79005.581)) / (4772.354 / (4772.354 + 84664.344))
=0.053516 / 0.05336
=1.0029

Note: If the Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization data is not available, we assume that the depreciation rate is constant and set the Depreciation Index to 1.

6. SGAI = Sales, General and Administrative expenses Index

The ratio of Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) to Sales in year t relative to year t-1.

SGA expenses index > 1 means that the company is becoming less efficient in generate sales.

SGAI=(SGA_t / Sales_t) / (SGA_t-1 /Sales_t-1)
=(163.867 / 67974.931) / (223.586 / 70014.932)
=0.002411 / 0.003193
=0.7551

7. LVGI = Leverage Index

The ratio of total debt to Total Assets in year t relative to yeat t-1.

An LVGI > 1 indicates an increase in leverage

LVGI=((LTD_t + CurrentLiabilities_t) / TotalAssets_t) / ((LTD_t-1 + CurrentLiabilities_t-1) / TotalAssets_t-1)
=((66.116 + 16216.34) / 119235.174) / ((96.425 + 14341.609) / 113206.846)
=0.136557 / 0.127537
=1.0707

8. TATA = Total Accruals to Total Assets

Total accruals calculated as the change in working capital accounts other than cash less depreciation.

TATA=(IncomefromContinuingOperations_t - CashFlowsfromOperations_t) / TotalAssets_t
=(NetIncome_t - NonOperatingIncome_t - CashFlowsfromOperations_t) / TotalAssets_t
=(18971.264 - 0 - 21774.114) / 119235.174
=-0.023507

An M-Score of equal or less than -1.78 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator. An M-Score of greater than -1.78 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

ADNOC Gas has a M-score of -2.29 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beneish M-Score →
What does a Beneish M-Score of -2.29 mean?
ADNOC Gas (ADX:ADNOCGAS) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.29 as of Aug. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on ADNOC Gas and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, ADNOC Gas ranks #588 out of 833 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 70.6%.
Is ADNOC Gas' Beneish M-Score too high?
ADNOC Gas' current Beneish M-Score is -2.29. Based on the distribution chart, ADNOC Gas ranks #588 out of 833 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, ADNOC Gas has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ADNOC Gas' Beneish M-Score compare to XOM and CVX?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, ADNOC Gas ranks #588 out of 833 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places ADNOC Gas in the lower half of its industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Beneish M-Score for an Oil & Gas company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Oil & Gas industry context. However, Beneish M-Score 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 Beneish M-Score mean?
A high Beneish M-Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on ADNOC Gas and its competitors. ADNOC Gas's current Beneish M-Score is -2.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ADNOC Gas stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ADNOC Gas (ADX:ADNOCGAS) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is د.إ2.99, compared to a current price of د.إ3.30 — trading 10.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.29. ADNOC Gas' overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Beneish M-Score calculated?
Beneish M-Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For ADNOC Gas (ADX:ADNOCGAS), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.29 as of Aug. 25, 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 ADNOC Gas (ADX:ADNOCGAS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ADNOC Gas stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of د.إ3.30 is trading 10.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of د.إ2.99. GuruFocus considers ADNOC Gas to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for ADX:ADNOCGAS:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.29
  • GF Value™: د.إ2.99 vs. price of د.إ3.30 (10.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 5 warning signs

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


ADNOC Gas Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address Khalifa Street, Sheikh Khalifa Energy Complex 1, Abu Dhabi, ARE
ADNOC Gas PLC is an integrated gas processing company. The Company is responsible for producing, processing, distributing, and marketing natural gas and its derivatives in the UAE and abroad. The company Gas operates a network of pipelines, processing plants, storage facilities, and export terminals that supply gas to various sectors, including power generation, water desalination, petrochemicals, industries, and households. The Company also exports liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to regional and international markets.
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