Oriental Aromatics (BOM:500078) Beneish M-Score: -2.01 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


BOM:500078 Oriental Aromatics Ltd BOM:500078
65 GF Score
Price ₹322.70
GF Value ₹432.76
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Oriental Aromatics Beneish M-Score?

Oriental Aromatics BOM:500078 -1.54% 65 Beneish M-Score is -2.01 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:500078 with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹432.76 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,530 Chemicals companies, Oriental Aromatics ranks worse than 78.63% 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 -2.01 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BOM:500078' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.08   Med: -2.35   Max: -1.77
Current: -2.01

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Oriental Aromatics was -1.77. The lowest was -3.08. And the median was -2.35.


Oriental Aromatics Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Oriental Aromatics'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.

Oriental Aromatics Beneish M-Score Chart

Oriental Aromatics Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -1.95 -2.35 -2.97 -2.46 -2.01

Oriental Aromatics 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 -2.46 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.01

BOM:500078 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Oriental Aromatics'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.


Oriental Aromatics Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Oriental Aromatics's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Oriental Aromatics 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 Oriental Aromatics 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 * 1.1959+0.528 * 1.1935+0.404 * 0.9209+0.892 * 1.1105+0.115 * 0.7418
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * 0.000747-0.327 * 1.0627
=-2.01

* 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 ₹2,523 Mil.
Revenue was ₹10,308 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹2,168 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹7,040 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹11,945 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹4,143 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹311 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹4,431 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹548 Mil.
Net Income was ₹33 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹24 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹1,900 Mil.
Revenue was ₹9,283 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹2,330 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹6,319 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹11,451 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹4,339 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹237 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹375 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹3,753 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹738 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)
=(2523.299 / 10307.838) / (1900.05 / 9282.562)
=0.244794 / 0.20469
=1.1959

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)
=(2330.094 / 9282.562) / (2167.871 / 10307.838)
=0.251018 / 0.210313
=1.1935

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 - (7039.937 + 4142.916) / 11944.917) / (1 - (6318.667 + 4338.942) / 11450.911)
=0.063798 / 0.069279
=0.9209

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
=10307.838 / 9282.562
=1.1105

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))
=(236.798 / (236.798 + 4338.942)) / (310.69 / (310.69 + 4142.916))
=0.051751 / 0.069761
=0.7418

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 / 10307.838) / (375.384 / 9282.562)
=0 / 0.04044
=0

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)
=((548.333 + 4430.662) / 11944.917) / ((738.333 + 3753.345) / 11450.911)
=0.41683 / 0.392255
=1.0627

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
=(33.101 - 0 - 24.181) / 11944.917
=0.000747

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.

Oriental Aromatics has a M-score of -2.01 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 -2.01 mean?
Oriental Aromatics (BOM:500078) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.01 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Oriental Aromatics and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Oriental Aromatics ranks #1203 out of 1530 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 78.6%.
Is Oriental Aromatics' Beneish M-Score too high?
Oriental Aromatics' current Beneish M-Score is -2.01. Based on the distribution chart, Oriental Aromatics ranks #1203 out of 1530 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Oriental Aromatics has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Oriental Aromatics' Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Oriental Aromatics ranks #1203 out of 1530 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Oriental Aromatics 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 Chemicals company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Chemicals 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 Oriental Aromatics and its competitors. Oriental Aromatics's current Beneish M-Score is -2.01. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Oriental Aromatics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Oriental Aromatics (BOM:500078) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹432.76, compared to a current price of ₹322.70 — trading 25.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.01. Oriental Aromatics' overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 7 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 Oriental Aromatics (BOM:500078), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.01 as of Jun. 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 Oriental Aromatics (BOM:500078) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Oriental Aromatics stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹322.70 is trading 25.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹432.76. GuruFocus considers Oriental Aromatics to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:500078:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.01
  • GF Value™: ₹432.76 vs. price of ₹322.70 (25.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:500078 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Oriental Aromatics Business Description

Other Exchanges OAL:India
Address Mahatma Gandhi Road, 133, Jehangir Building, 2nd Floor, Fort, Mumbai, MH, IND, 400 001
Oriental Aromatics Ltd is Indian based company engaged in the business of manufacturing of fine chemicals along with its principal products and services including Perfumery Chemicals, Camphor, and Isoborneol. The organization also manufactures and sells camphor, terpineols, resins, aromatic and terpene chemicals, fragrance chemicals, and fragrance chemical intermediaries. The firm offers a range of articles which consists of synthetic camphor, terpineols, pine oils, resins, astromusk, perfumery chemicals, and specialty chemicals. The primary segment of the company is the manufacturing of fine chemicals. It operates in two geographical segments: Domestic and Export. The company makes the majority of its revenue within operations in India.
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