Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) Beneish M-Score: -2.19 (As of Aug. 04, 2026)

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BOM:524408 Universal Starch-Chem Allied Ltd BOM:524408
58 GF Score
Price ₹199.00
GF Value ₹159.31
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Universal Starch-Chem Allied Beneish M-Score?

Universal Starch-Chem Allied BOM:524408 -3.40% 58 Beneish M-Score is -2.19 as of Aug. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:524408 with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹159.31 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 243 Agriculture companies, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks worse than 59.67% 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 -2.19 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BOM:524408' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.07   Med: -2.6   Max: -2.11
Current: -2.19

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Universal Starch-Chem Allied was -2.11. The lowest was -3.07. And the median was -2.60.


Universal Starch-Chem Allied Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Universal Starch-Chem Allied'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.

Universal Starch-Chem Allied Beneish M-Score Chart

Universal Starch-Chem Allied 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 -2.75 -2.15 -2.55 -3.07 -2.19

Universal Starch-Chem Allied 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 -3.07 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.19

BOM:524408 vs CTVA, CF, MOS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Agricultural Inputs subindustry, Universal Starch-Chem Allied'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.


Universal Starch-Chem Allied Beneish M-Score vs Agriculture Industry

For the Agriculture industry and Basic Materials sector, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Universal Starch-Chem Allied 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 Universal Starch-Chem Allied 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 * 1.2376+0.528 * 0.7716+0.404 * 1.1672+0.892 * 0.9953+0.115 * 0.8197
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * -0.016135-0.327 * 0.8263
=-2.19

* 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 ₹572 Mil.
Revenue was ₹4,886 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹1,127 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹931 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹2,141 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹1,163 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹74 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹908 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹224 Mil.
Net Income was ₹131 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹166 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹464 Mil.
Revenue was ₹4,909 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹874 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹992 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹2,255 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹1,221 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹63 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹243 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹1,156 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹287 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)
=(571.844 / 4886.032) / (464.238 / 4908.913)
=0.117036 / 0.09457
=1.2376

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)
=(873.836 / 4908.913) / (1127.183 / 4886.032)
=0.17801 / 0.230695
=0.7716

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 - (931.258 + 1162.701) / 2141.083) / (1 - (992.066 + 1220.537) / 2255.128)
=0.022009 / 0.018857
=1.1672

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
=4886.032 / 4908.913
=0.9953

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))
=(62.842 / (62.842 + 1220.537)) / (73.869 / (73.869 + 1162.701))
=0.048966 / 0.059737
=0.8197

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 / 4886.032) / (243.315 / 4908.913)
=0 / 0.049566
=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)
=((223.575 + 907.885) / 2141.083) / ((286.522 + 1155.732) / 2255.128)
=0.528452 / 0.639544
=0.8263

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
=(131.241 - 0 - 165.788) / 2141.083
=-0.016135

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.

Universal Starch-Chem Allied has a M-score of -2.19 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 -2.19 mean?
Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.19 as of Aug. 04, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Universal Starch-Chem Allied and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks #145 out of 243 companies in the Agriculture industry, placing it in the top 59.7%.
Is Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beneish M-Score too high?
Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current Beneish M-Score is -2.19. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks #145 out of 243 companies in the Agriculture industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Universal Starch-Chem Allied has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beneish M-Score compare to CTVA and CF?
According to the Agriculture industry distribution chart, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks #145 out of 243 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Universal Starch-Chem Allied 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 an Agriculture company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Agriculture 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 Universal Starch-Chem Allied and its competitors. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current Beneish M-Score is -2.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Starch-Chem Allied stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹159.31, compared to a current price of ₹199.00 — trading 24.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.19. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 5 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 Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.19 as of Aug. 04, 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 Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Starch-Chem Allied stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹199.00 is trading 24.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹159.31. GuruFocus considers Universal Starch-Chem Allied to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:524408:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.19
  • GF Value™: ₹159.31 vs. price of ₹199.00 (24.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:524408 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Universal Starch-Chem Allied Business Description

Address Senapati Bapat Marg, Mhatre Pen Building, B Wing, 2nd Floor, Dadar (West), Mumbai, MH, IND, 400028
Universal Starch-Chem Allied Ltd is a manufacturer and exporter specializing in maize starch and its derivatives. The company operates in maize refining, producing products like starch powder, liquid glucose, dextrose monohydrate, dextrose anhydrous, and modified starches which serve various industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, textiles, paper, and adhesives. The company's operations are principally based in Maharashtra, India. Revenue is generated through the manufacturing and export of these starch-based products to a diverse set of domestic and international customers. Alongside its core starch business, the company engages in activities related to energy and environmental management, including bio-gas production and power generation via wind and co-generation plants.
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