Panasonic Carbon India Co (BOM:508941) Beneish M-Score: -2.03 (As of Jul. 22, 2026)

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BOM:508941 Panasonic Carbon India Co Ltd BOM:508941
74 GF Score
Price ₹462.55
GF Value ₹510.72
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Panasonic Carbon India Co Beneish M-Score?

Panasonic Carbon India Co BOM:508941 -0.25% 74 Beneish M-Score is -2.03 as of Jul. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:508941 with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹510.72 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,405 Hardware companies, Panasonic Carbon India Co ranks worse than 77.67% 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 -2.03 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for Panasonic Carbon India Co's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

BOM:508941' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.6   Med: -1.97   Max: 5
Current: -2.03

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Panasonic Carbon India Co was 5.00. The lowest was -2.60. And the median was -1.97.


Panasonic Carbon India Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Panasonic Carbon India Co'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.

Panasonic Carbon India Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Panasonic Carbon India Co 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 -2.38 5.00 -2.60 -2.08 -2.03

Panasonic Carbon India Co 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 -2.08 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.03

BOM:508941 vs APH, GLW: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Panasonic Carbon India Co'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.


Panasonic Carbon India Co Beneish M-Score vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Panasonic Carbon India Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Panasonic Carbon India Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Panasonic Carbon India Co 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 Panasonic Carbon India Co 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 * 0.9361+0.528 * 0.9532+0.404 * 1.7229+0.892 * 1.0121+0.115 * 0.9047
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0862+4.679 * 0.052933-0.327 * 0.9747
=-2.03

* 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 ₹46.6 Mil.
Revenue was ₹538.8 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹354.9 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹1,589.1 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹1,935.6 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹42.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹7.1 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹13.3 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹54.4 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹0.0 Mil.
Net Income was ₹212.4 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹109.9 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹49.2 Mil.
Revenue was ₹532.3 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹334.2 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹1,568.3 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹1,775.3 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹45.2 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹6.7 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹12.1 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹51.2 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹0.0 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)
=(46.571 / 538.777) / (49.153 / 532.325)
=0.086438 / 0.092336
=0.9361

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)
=(334.244 / 532.325) / (354.921 / 538.777)
=0.627895 / 0.658753
=0.9532

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 - (1589.103 + 42.61) / 1935.577) / (1 - (1568.337 + 45.214) / 1775.317)
=0.156989 / 0.09112
=1.7229

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
=538.777 / 532.325
=1.0121

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))
=(6.696 / (6.696 + 45.214)) / (7.086 / (7.086 + 42.61))
=0.128992 / 0.142587
=0.9047

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)
=(13.267 / 538.777) / (12.068 / 532.325)
=0.024624 / 0.02267
=1.0862

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 + 54.413) / 1935.577) / ((0 + 51.206) / 1775.317)
=0.028112 / 0.028843
=0.9747

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
=(212.386 - 0 - 109.931) / 1935.577
=0.052933

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.

Panasonic Carbon India Co has a M-score of -2.03 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 -2.03 mean?
Panasonic Carbon India Co (BOM:508941) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.03 as of Jul. 22, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Panasonic Carbon India Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Panasonic Carbon India Co ranks #1868 out of 2405 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 77.7%.
Is Panasonic Carbon India Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Panasonic Carbon India Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.03. Based on the distribution chart, Panasonic Carbon India Co ranks #1868 out of 2405 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Panasonic Carbon India Co has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Panasonic Carbon India Co's Beneish M-Score compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Panasonic Carbon India Co ranks #1868 out of 2405 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Panasonic Carbon India Co 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 Hardware company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Hardware 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 Panasonic Carbon India Co and its competitors. Panasonic Carbon India Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Panasonic Carbon India Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Panasonic Carbon India Co (BOM:508941) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹510.72, compared to a current price of ₹462.55 — trading 9.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.03. Panasonic Carbon India Co's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Panasonic Carbon India Co (BOM:508941), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.03 as of Jul. 22, 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 Panasonic Carbon India Co (BOM:508941) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Panasonic Carbon India Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹462.55 is trading 9.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹510.72. GuruFocus considers Panasonic Carbon India Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:508941:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.03
  • GF Value™: ₹510.72 vs. price of ₹462.55 (9.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:508941 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Panasonic Carbon India Co Business Description

Address Nungambakkam High Road, Pottipati Plaza, 77 (Old. No.35), Third Floor, Nungambakkam, Chennai, TN, IND, 600034
Panasonic Carbon India Co Ltd is engaged in the manufacture of carbon rods/carbon electrodes, which are used as a key component in dry cell batteries, catering to both domestic and export markets, including supplies to Panasonic group companies. Its product is carbon rods. The Company operates a manufacturing facility in Nellore District, Andhra Pradesh, and supplies its products to battery manufacturers in India as well as to overseas customers. Geographically, the Company operates in India and the rest of the world, with India generating maximum revenue.
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