Kanani Industries (BOM:506184) Beneish M-Score: -2.30 (As of Sep. 09, 2026)

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BOM:506184 Kanani Industries Ltd BOM:506184
66 GF Score
Price ₹1.52
GF Value ₹1.97
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Kanani Industries Beneish M-Score?

Kanani Industries BOM:506184 +0.66% 66 Beneish M-Score is -2.30 as of Sep. 09, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:506184 with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹1.97 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,089 Retail - Cyclical companies, Kanani Industries ranks worse than 69.88% 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 -2.3 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BOM:506184' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.99   Med: -2.56   Max: -1.92
Current: -2.3

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Kanani Industries was -1.92. The lowest was -2.99. And the median was -2.56.


Kanani Industries Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kanani Industries'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.

Kanani Industries Beneish M-Score Chart

Kanani Industries Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
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Kanani Industries Quarterly Data
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BOM:506184 vs TPR: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Luxury Goods subindustry, Kanani Industries'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.


Kanani Industries Beneish M-Score vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

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

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


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Kanani Industries 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 Kanani Industries 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 * 1.1604+0.528 * 0.5127+0.404 * 0.9675+0.892 * 1.0316+0.115 * 1.2199
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * 0.022929-0.327 * 1.1058
=-2.30

* 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 ₹855 Mil.
Revenue was ₹1,738 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹33 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹1,041 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹1,043 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹1 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹344 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹5 Mil.
Net Income was ₹26 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹2 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹714 Mil.
Revenue was ₹1,685 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹16 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹928 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹930 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹2 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹1 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹281 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹0 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)
=(854.545 / 1737.935) / (713.871 / 1684.713)
=0.491701 / 0.423734
=1.1604

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)
=(16.448 / 1684.713) / (33.092 / 1737.935)
=0.009763 / 0.019041
=0.5127

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 - (1040.788 + 1.488) / 1042.587) / (1 - (927.637 + 1.638) / 929.561)
=0.000298 / 0.000308
=0.9675

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
=1737.935 / 1684.713
=1.0316

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))
=(0.206 / (0.206 + 1.638)) / (0.15 / (0.15 + 1.488))
=0.111714 / 0.091575
=1.2199

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 / 1737.935) / (1.396 / 1684.713)
=0 / 0.000829
=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)
=((4.8 + 343.797) / 1042.587) / ((0.49 + 280.589) / 929.561)
=0.334358 / 0.302378
=1.1058

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
=(25.759 - 0 - 1.854) / 1042.587
=0.022929

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.

Kanani Industries has a M-score of -2.30 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 -2.30 mean?
Kanani Industries (BOM:506184) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.30 as of Sep. 09, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Kanani Industries and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Kanani Industries ranks #761 out of 1089 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 69.9%.
Is Kanani Industries' Beneish M-Score too high?
Kanani Industries' current Beneish M-Score is -2.30. Based on the distribution chart, Kanani Industries ranks #761 out of 1089 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Kanani Industries has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kanani Industries' Beneish M-Score compare to TPR?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Kanani Industries ranks #761 out of 1089 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Kanani Industries 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 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 Kanani Industries and its competitors. Kanani Industries's current Beneish M-Score is -2.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kanani Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kanani Industries (BOM:506184) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹1.97, compared to a current price of ₹1.52 — trading 22.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.30. Kanani Industries' overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Kanani Industries (BOM:506184), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.30 as of Sep. 09, 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 Kanani Industries (BOM:506184) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kanani Industries stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹1.52 is trading 22.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹1.97. GuruFocus considers Kanani Industries to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:506184:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.30
  • GF Value™: ₹1.97 vs. price of ₹1.52 (22.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:506184 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kanani Industries Business Description

Other Exchanges KANANIIND:India
Address GE-1080, Bharat Diamond Bourse, G-Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai, MH, IND, 400051
Kanani Industries Ltd is engaged in the manufacture and export of diamond-studded jewelry. The company operates a manufacturing plant in Surat, Gujarat, and supplies products to domestic and international markets. Kanani Industries focuses on creating high-quality, intricately crafted jewelry pieces and has a subsidiary, KIL International Ltd, to support its operations. The company aims to maintain an integrated value chain from manufacturing to retail, emphasizing craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Revenue is generated through sales of diamond-studded jewelry products.
66GF Score

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