Gulf Hotels Group BSC (BAH:GHG) Beneish M-Score: -2.34 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


BAH:GHG Gulf Hotels Group BSC BAH:GHG
59 GF Score
Price BHD0.36
GF Value BHD0.41
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Gulf Hotels Group BSC Beneish M-Score?

Gulf Hotels Group BSC BAH:GHG 59 Beneish M-Score is -2.34 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates BAH:GHG with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of BHD0.41 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 824 Travel & Leisure companies, Gulf Hotels Group BSC ranks worse than 71.97% 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 -2.34 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for Gulf Hotels Group BSC's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

BAH:GHG' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.16   Med: -2.51   Max: -0.99
Current: -2.34

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Gulf Hotels Group BSC was -0.99. The lowest was -4.16. And the median was -2.51.


Gulf Hotels Group BSC Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Gulf Hotels Group BSC'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.

Gulf Hotels Group BSC Beneish M-Score Chart

Gulf Hotels Group BSC Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -1.45 -2.52 -1.65 -2.36 -2.34

Gulf Hotels Group BSC Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 -1.41 -1.51 -1.28 -2.34 0.00

BAH:GHG vs MAR, HLT, H: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Lodging subindustry, Gulf Hotels Group BSC'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.


Gulf Hotels Group BSC Beneish M-Score vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Gulf Hotels Group BSC's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Gulf Hotels Group BSC's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Gulf Hotels Group BSC 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 Gulf Hotels Group BSC 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 * 1.1303+0.528 * 1.0314+0.404 * 0.9846+0.892 * 1.006+0.115 * 1.0913
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9726+4.679 * -0.011062-0.327 * 0.8831
=-2.34

* 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 BHD4.24 Mil.
Revenue was BHD36.95 Mil.
Gross Profit was BHD17.13 Mil.
Total Current Assets was BHD24.39 Mil.
Total Assets was BHD116.98 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was BHD73.67 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was BHD5.02 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was BHD0.63 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was BHD5.83 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was BHD0.00 Mil.
Net Income was BHD9.78 Mil.
Gross Profit was BHD0.00 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was BHD11.08 Mil.
Total Receivables was BHD3.73 Mil.
Revenue was BHD36.73 Mil.
Gross Profit was BHD17.56 Mil.
Total Current Assets was BHD20.59 Mil.
Total Assets was BHD112.86 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was BHD73.73 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was BHD5.52 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was BHD0.65 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was BHD6.37 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was BHD0.00 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)
=(4.24 / 36.947) / (3.729 / 36.727)
=0.114759 / 0.101533
=1.1303

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)
=(17.558 / 36.727) / (17.126 / 36.947)
=0.478068 / 0.463529
=1.0314

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 - (24.386 + 73.669) / 116.977) / (1 - (20.593 + 73.728) / 112.862)
=0.161758 / 0.16428
=0.9846

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
=36.947 / 36.727
=1.006

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))
=(5.515 / (5.515 + 73.728)) / (5.018 / (5.018 + 73.669))
=0.069596 / 0.063772
=1.0913

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)
=(0.633 / 36.947) / (0.647 / 36.727)
=0.017133 / 0.017616
=0.9726

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)
=((0 + 5.834) / 116.977) / ((0 + 6.374) / 112.862)
=0.049873 / 0.056476
=0.8831

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
=(9.781 - 0 - 11.075) / 116.977
=-0.011062

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.

Gulf Hotels Group BSC has a M-score of -2.34 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 -2.34 mean?
Gulf Hotels Group BSC (BAH:GHG) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.34 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Gulf Hotels Group BSC and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Gulf Hotels Group BSC ranks #593 out of 824 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 72%.
Is Gulf Hotels Group BSC's Beneish M-Score too high?
Gulf Hotels Group BSC's current Beneish M-Score is -2.34. Based on the distribution chart, Gulf Hotels Group BSC ranks #593 out of 824 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Gulf Hotels Group BSC has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gulf Hotels Group BSC's Beneish M-Score compare to MAR and HLT?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Gulf Hotels Group BSC ranks #593 out of 824 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Gulf Hotels Group BSC 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 a Travel & Leisure company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Travel & Leisure 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 Gulf Hotels Group BSC and its competitors. Gulf Hotels Group BSC's current Beneish M-Score is -2.34. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gulf Hotels Group BSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gulf Hotels Group BSC (BAH:GHG) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is BHD0.41, compared to a current price of BHD0.36 — trading 12.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.34. Gulf Hotels Group BSC's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 2 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 Gulf Hotels Group BSC (BAH:GHG), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.34 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 Gulf Hotels Group BSC (BAH:GHG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gulf Hotels Group BSC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of BHD0.36 is trading 12.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of BHD0.41. GuruFocus considers Gulf Hotels Group BSC to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BAH:GHG:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.34
  • GF Value™: BHD0.41 vs. price of BHD0.36 (12.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 2 warning signs

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


Gulf Hotels Group BSC Business Description

Address Road 3801, Block 338, PO Box 580, Office 1001, Building 15, Manama, BHR
Gulf Hotels Group BSC is engaged in providing hospitality services. The company operates a diversified portfolio of hospitality and related businesses, including hotels and resorts, branded residences, food and beverage concepts, and specialized hospitality support services. The company has three segments: i) Hotel room operations including Hotel rooms and rental and executive apartments and offices, ii) Food and beverages segment including retail sale of food and beverages and convention operations, and iii) Investments and other activities segment. The majority of the revenue is generated from its Food and beverages segment. Geographically, the company's maximum revenue is generated from the Kingdom of Bahrain and the rest from the United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka.
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