KSE (BOM:519421) Beneish M-Score: -1.53 (As of Jul. 09, 2026)


BOM:519421 KSE Ltd BOM:519421
62 GF Score
Price ₹179.30
GF Value ₹212.03
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is KSE Beneish M-Score?

KSE BOM:519421 -2.47% 62 Beneish M-Score is -1.53 as of Jul. 09, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:519421 with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹212.03 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,847 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, KSE ranks worse than 86.9% 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.

Warning Sign:

Beneish M-Score -1.53 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

BOM:519421' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.19   Med: -2.34   Max: 0.02
Current: -1.53

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of KSE was 0.02. The lowest was -3.19. And the median was -2.34.


KSE Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KSE'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.

KSE Beneish M-Score Chart

KSE 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 0.02 -2.63 -2.13 -2.92 -1.53

KSE 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 -2.92 0.00 0.00 0.00 -1.53

BOM:519421 vs KHC, GIS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, KSE'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.


KSE Beneish M-Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, KSE's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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KSE 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 KSE 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 * 1.6211+0.528 * 1.0209+0.404 * 0.5749+0.892 * 1.0188+0.115 * 0.7312
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * 0.073538-0.327 * 0.8708
=-1.53

* 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 ₹32 Mil.
Revenue was ₹16,805 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹2,924 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹3,497 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹4,150 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹625 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹80 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹415 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹176 Mil.
Net Income was ₹840 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹535 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹20 Mil.
Revenue was ₹16,495 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹2,930 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹2,904 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹3,567 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹622 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹56 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹130 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹413 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹171 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)
=(32.288 / 16804.833) / (19.546 / 16495.28)
=0.001921 / 0.001185
=1.6211

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)
=(2930.36 / 16495.28) / (2924.094 / 16804.833)
=0.177648 / 0.174003
=1.0209

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 - (3497.202 + 625.138) / 4149.762) / (1 - (2903.812 + 622.489) / 3567.308)
=0.006608 / 0.011495
=0.5749

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
=16804.833 / 16495.28
=1.0188

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))
=(56.218 / (56.218 + 622.489)) / (79.858 / (79.858 + 625.138))
=0.082831 / 0.113274
=0.7312

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 / 16804.833) / (129.906 / 16495.28)
=0 / 0.007875
=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)
=((175.514 + 415.275) / 4149.762) / ((170.533 + 412.677) / 3567.308)
=0.142367 / 0.163487
=0.8708

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
=(840.403 - 0 - 535.239) / 4149.762
=0.073538

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.

KSE has a M-score of -1.53 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beneish M-Score →
What does a Beneish M-Score of -1.53 mean?
KSE (BOM:519421) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.53 as of Jul. 09, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on KSE and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, KSE ranks #1605 out of 1847 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 86.9%.
Is KSE's Beneish M-Score too high?
KSE's current Beneish M-Score is -1.53. Based on the distribution chart, KSE ranks #1605 out of 1847 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, KSE has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KSE's Beneish M-Score compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, KSE ranks #1605 out of 1847 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places KSE 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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 KSE and its competitors. KSE's current Beneish M-Score is -1.53. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KSE stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KSE (BOM:519421) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹212.03, compared to a current price of ₹179.30 — trading 15.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.53. KSE's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 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 KSE (BOM:519421), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.53 as of Jul. 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 KSE (BOM:519421) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KSE stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹179.30 is trading 15.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹212.03. GuruFocus considers KSE to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:519421:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.53
  • GF Value™: ₹212.03 vs. price of ₹179.30 (15.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:519421 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


KSE Business Description

Address Solvent Road, No. 27/277, Post Box No. 20, Irinjalakuda, Thrissur, KL, IND, 680 121
KSE Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing of compound cattle feed. The company's operating segment includes Animal Feed, Oil Cake Processing, and Dairy. It generates maximum revenue from the Animal Feed segment. The product division of the company consists of cattle feeds, coconut oil, Dairy products, and ice cream.
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