Myer Holdings (ASX:MYR) Beneish M-Score: -3.15 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


ASX:MYR Myer Holdings Ltd ASX:MYR
42 GF Score
Price A$0.31
GF Value A$0.49
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Myer Holdings Beneish M-Score?

Myer Holdings ASX:MYR +1.64% 42 Beneish M-Score is -3.15 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates ASX:MYR with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of A$0.49 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,087 Retail - Cyclical companies, Myer Holdings ranks better than 84.08% 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 -3.15 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

ASX:MYR' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.55   Med: -2.81   Max: -1.57
Current: -3.15

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Myer Holdings was -1.57. The lowest was -3.55. And the median was -2.81.


Myer Holdings Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Myer Holdings'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.

Myer Holdings Beneish M-Score Chart

Myer Holdings Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -3.55 -2.58 -2.83 -2.79 -3.15

Myer Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Jul16 Jan17 Jul17 Jan18 Jul18 Jan19 Jul19 Jan20 Jul20 Jan21 Jul21 Jan22 Jul22 Jan23 Jul23 Jan24 Jul24 Jan25 Jul25 Jan26
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 Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 -2.79 0.00 -3.15 0.00

ASX:MYR vs DDS, M: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Department Stores subindustry, Myer Holdings'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.


Myer Holdings Beneish M-Score vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Myer Holdings's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Myer Holdings 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 Myer Holdings 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 * 0.6464+0.528 * 0.9629+0.404 * 1.6625+0.892 * 1.1403+0.115 * 0.8873
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.2939+4.679 * -0.154323-0.327 * 0.796
=-3.15

* 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 (Jul25) TTM:Last Year (Jul24) TTM:
Total Receivables was A$17 Mil.
Revenue was A$2,982 Mil.
Gross Profit was A$1,380 Mil.
Total Current Assets was A$731 Mil.
Total Assets was A$3,146 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was A$1,457 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was A$243 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was A$1,525 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was A$838 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was A$1,391 Mil.
Net Income was A$-211 Mil.
Gross Profit was A$28 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was A$247 Mil.
Total Receivables was A$23 Mil.
Revenue was A$2,615 Mil.
Gross Profit was A$1,165 Mil.
Total Current Assets was A$584 Mil.
Total Assets was A$2,376 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was A$1,356 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was A$197 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was A$1,033 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was A$646 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was A$1,467 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)
=(17.1 / 2982.4) / (23.2 / 2615.4)
=0.005734 / 0.008871
=0.6464

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)
=(1165.4 / 2615.4) / (1380.2 / 2982.4)
=0.445591 / 0.462782
=0.9629

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 - (731.1 + 1456.7) / 3146) / (1 - (584.4 + 1355.9) / 2375.5)
=0.304577 / 0.183204
=1.6625

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
=2982.4 / 2615.4
=1.1403

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))
=(196.9 / (196.9 + 1355.9)) / (242.9 / (242.9 + 1456.7))
=0.126803 / 0.142916
=0.8873

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)
=(1524.7 / 2982.4) / (1033.4 / 2615.4)
=0.511233 / 0.395121
=1.2939

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)
=((1390.6 + 837.6) / 3146) / ((1467.4 + 646.3) / 2375.5)
=0.708264 / 0.889792
=0.796

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
=(-211.2 - 27.6 - 246.7) / 3146
=-0.154323

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.

Myer Holdings has a M-score of -3.15 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 -3.15 mean?
Myer Holdings (ASX:MYR) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.15 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Myer Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Myer Holdings ranks #173 out of 1087 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 15.9%.
Is Myer Holdings' Beneish M-Score too high?
Myer Holdings' current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. Based on the distribution chart, Myer Holdings ranks #173 out of 1087 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Myer Holdings has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Myer Holdings' Beneish M-Score compare to DDS and M?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Myer Holdings ranks #173 out of 1087 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Myer Holdings in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 a Retail - Cyclical company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Retail - Cyclical 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 Myer Holdings and its competitors. Myer Holdings's current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Myer Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Myer Holdings (ASX:MYR) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$0.49, compared to a current price of A$0.31 — trading 36.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. Myer Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 4 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 Myer Holdings (ASX:MYR), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.15 as of Jun. 26, 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 Myer Holdings (ASX:MYR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Myer Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$0.31 is trading 36.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$0.49. GuruFocus considers Myer Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for ASX:MYR:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.15
  • GF Value™: A$0.49 vs. price of A$0.31 (36.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Myer Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges 30M:Germany
Address 1000 La Trobe Street, Level 7, Docklands, Melbourne, VIC, AUS, 3008
Myer is one of Australia's largest fashion and beauty retailers, with some 60 department stores stores and over 700 stores across its five apparel chains: Dotti, Jacquie E, Jay Jays, Just Jeans, and Portmans. Stores are generally located in areas of high foot traffic in major metropolitan shopping centers. Competitive advantages include a well-established brand and scale benefits from a relatively large revenue base. The Myer brand is iconic among Australian domestic consumers, with its loyalty program boasting over 4 million active members.
42GF Score

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