BBKCD (Surge Digital) Beneish M-Score: -2.93 (As of Aug. 27, 2026)

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What is Surge Digital Beneish M-Score?

Surge Digital BBKCD 46 Beneish M-Score is -2.93 as of Aug. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates BBKCD with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.06 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 701 Capital Markets companies, Surge Digital ranks better than 82.17% 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 -2.93 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BBKCD' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1908.08   Med: -1.78   Max: 37.69
Current: -2.93

During the past 11 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Surge Digital was 37.69. The lowest was -1908.08. And the median was -1.78.


Surge Digital Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Surge Digital'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.

Surge Digital Beneish M-Score Chart

Surge Digital Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.42 -2.48 -3.05 -2.50 -2.95

Surge Digital 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 -2.62 -2.85 -1.95 -2.95 -2.93

BBKCD vs MS, GS, SCHW: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, Surge Digital'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.


Surge Digital Beneish M-Score vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Surge Digital's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Surge Digital 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 Surge Digital 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 * 0.585+0.528 * 0.9761+0.404 * 0.5256+0.892 * 0.8595+0.115 * 0.8305
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.036+4.679 * 0.06625-0.327 * 0.9808
=-2.90

* 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:
Total Receivables was $1.17 Mil.
Revenue was 1.464 + 2.047 + 2.377 + 1.947 = $7.84 Mil.
Gross Profit was 1.429 + 2.013 + 2.337 + 1.917 = $7.70 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $101.30 Mil.
Total Assets was $103.00 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $0.08 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $0.20 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $10.93 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $94.35 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $0.00 Mil.
Net Income was -2.574 + 0.755 + 1.024 + -0.086 = $-0.88 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0.054 + -2.269 + 2.208 + 1.391 = $1.38 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -0.829 + -3.923 + -0.034 + -4.303 = $-9.09 Mil.
Total Receivables was $2.32 Mil.
Revenue was 2.848 + 2.95 + 1.57 + 1.748 = $9.12 Mil.
Gross Profit was 2.736 + 2.764 + 1.527 + 1.713 = $8.74 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $133.04 Mil.
Total Assets was $137.34 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $0.17 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $0.26 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $12.27 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $128.24 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $0.02 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)
=(1.165 / 7.835) / (2.317 / 9.116)
=0.148692 / 0.254168
=0.585

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)
=(8.74 / 9.116) / (7.696 / 7.835)
=0.958754 / 0.982259
=0.9761

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 - (101.297 + 0.079) / 103.004) / (1 - (133.036 + 0.174) / 137.34)
=0.015805 / 0.030071
=0.5256

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
=7.835 / 9.116
=0.8595

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))
=(0.256 / (0.256 + 0.174)) / (0.2 / (0.2 + 0.079))
=0.595349 / 0.716846
=0.8305

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)
=(10.926 / 7.835) / (12.271 / 9.116)
=1.394512 / 1.346095
=1.036

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 + 94.345) / 103.004) / ((0.015 + 128.237) / 137.34)
=0.915935 / 0.933828
=0.9808

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
=(-0.881 - 1.384 - -9.089) / 103.004
=0.06625

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.

Surge Digital has a M-score of -2.90 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 -2.93 mean?
Surge Digital (BBKCD) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.93 as of Aug. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Surge Digital and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Surge Digital ranks #125 out of 701 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 17.8%.
Is Surge Digital's Beneish M-Score too high?
Surge Digital's current Beneish M-Score is -2.93. Based on the distribution chart, Surge Digital ranks #125 out of 701 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Surge Digital has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Surge Digital's Beneish M-Score compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Surge Digital ranks #125 out of 701 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Surge Digital in the top 18% 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 Capital Markets company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Capital Markets 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 Surge Digital and its competitors. Surge Digital's current Beneish M-Score is -2.93. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Surge Digital stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Surge Digital (BBKCD) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.06, compared to a current price of $0.41 — trading 61.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.93. Surge Digital's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 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 Surge Digital (BBKCD), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.93 as of Aug. 27, 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 Surge Digital (BBKCD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Surge Digital stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.41 is trading 61.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.06. GuruFocus considers Surge Digital to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for BBKCD:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.93
  • GF Value™: $1.06 vs. price of $0.41 (61.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Surge Digital Business Description

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Address 1130 West Pender Street, Suite 220, Vancouver, BC, CAN, V6E 4A4
BIGG Digital Assets Inc is engaged in investing in products and companies within the cryptocurrency industry. The company has three operating divisions, which provide blockchain search products to large enterprises with data requirements in the financial and e-commerce sectors globally, and brokerage and exchange software to make the purchase and sale of cryptocurrency easily accessible to the mass consumer and investor with a focus on compliance and safety, and immersive metaverse experiences. The company operates three business segments: Netcoins, Blockchain Intelligence Group, and TerraZero.
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