Heritage Foods (BOM:519552) Beneish M-Score: -1.48 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


BOM:519552 Heritage Foods Ltd BOM:519552
85 GF Score
Price ₹330.55
GF Value ₹456.31
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Heritage Foods Beneish M-Score?

Heritage Foods BOM:519552 -1.78% 85 Beneish M-Score is -1.48 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:519552 with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹456.31 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,848 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Heritage Foods ranks worse than 87.39% 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 -1.48 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

BOM:519552' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.57   Med: -2.51   Max: 1.81
Current: -1.48

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Heritage Foods was 1.81. The lowest was -4.57. And the median was -2.51.


Heritage Foods Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Heritage Foods'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.

Heritage Foods Beneish M-Score Chart

Heritage Foods 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 -2.48 -1.71 -3.55 -2.53 -1.48

Heritage Foods 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 -2.53 0.00 0.00 0.00 -1.48

BOM:519552 vs KHC, GIS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Heritage Foods'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.


Heritage Foods Beneish M-Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

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

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


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Heritage Foods 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 Heritage Foods 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 * 1.7079+0.528 * 1.0709+0.404 * 1.3848+0.892 * 1.0946+0.115 * 1.2087
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1411+4.679 * -0.04464-0.327 * 1.1439
=-1.81

* 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 ₹716 Mil.
Revenue was ₹45,231 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹10,137 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹6,936 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹19,498 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹12,003 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹810 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹2,519 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹4,938 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹2,543 Mil.
Net Income was ₹1,501 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹2,372 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹383 Mil.
Revenue was ₹41,323 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹9,917 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹6,852 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹15,583 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹8,409 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹696 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹2,017 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹3,766 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹1,461 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)
=(715.73 / 45231.39) / (382.85 / 41322.82)
=0.015824 / 0.009265
=1.7079

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)
=(9917.2 / 41322.82) / (10136.62 / 45231.39)
=0.239993 / 0.224106
=1.0709

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 - (6935.6 + 12003.34) / 19498.06) / (1 - (6851.64 + 8409.08) / 15583.4)
=0.028676 / 0.020707
=1.3848

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
=45231.39 / 41322.82
=1.0946

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))
=(695.56 / (695.56 + 8409.08)) / (809.83 / (809.83 + 12003.34))
=0.076396 / 0.063203
=1.2087

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)
=(2518.74 / 45231.39) / (2016.61 / 41322.82)
=0.055686 / 0.048801
=1.1411

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)
=((2543 + 4938.16) / 19498.06) / ((1461.4 + 3765.66) / 15583.4)
=0.383687 / 0.335425
=1.1439

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
=(1501.38 - 0 - 2371.78) / 19498.06
=-0.04464

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.

Heritage Foods has a M-score of -1.81 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 -1.48 mean?
Heritage Foods (BOM:519552) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.48 as of Jun. 29, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Heritage Foods and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Heritage Foods ranks #1615 out of 1848 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 87.4%.
Is Heritage Foods' Beneish M-Score too high?
Heritage Foods' current Beneish M-Score is -1.48. Based on the distribution chart, Heritage Foods ranks #1615 out of 1848 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Heritage Foods has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Heritage Foods' Beneish M-Score compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Heritage Foods ranks #1615 out of 1848 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Heritage Foods 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 Heritage Foods and its competitors. Heritage Foods's current Beneish M-Score is -1.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Heritage Foods stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Heritage Foods (BOM:519552) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹456.31, compared to a current price of ₹330.55 — trading 27.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.48. Heritage Foods' overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 3 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 Heritage Foods (BOM:519552), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.48 as of Jun. 29, 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 Heritage Foods (BOM:519552) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Heritage Foods stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹330.55 is trading 27.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹456.31. GuruFocus considers Heritage Foods to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:519552:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.48
  • GF Value™: ₹456.31 vs. price of ₹330.55 (27.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:519552 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Heritage Foods Business Description

Other Exchanges HERITGFOOD:India
Address Road No-1 & 65, Jubilee Hills, H. No. 8-2-293/82/A/1286, Plot No. 1286, Hyderabad, TG, IND, 500033
Heritage Foods Ltd is engaged in the food-related and renewable energy business. The company's operating segments are Dairy Vertical, Renewable Energy Vertical, and Feed Vertical. Dairy Vertical is engaged in the manufacturing and marketing of milk, curd, buttermilk, lassi, ice cream, paneer, table butter, milk powder, and others. The renewable energy vertical produces power for captive consumption through its solar and wind power plants, and the Feed vertical is engaged in the manufacturing of cattle and fish feeds. It generates a majority of its revenue from the Dairy Vertical segment. Geographically, the company derives a majority of its revenue from its business in India.
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