Narmada Gelatines (BOM:526739) Beneish M-Score: -1.99 (As of Jul. 17, 2026)

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BOM:526739 Narmada Gelatines Ltd BOM:526739
68 GF Score
Price ₹503.35
GF Value ₹442.17
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Narmada Gelatines Beneish M-Score?

Narmada Gelatines BOM:526739 -1.30% 68 Beneish M-Score is -1.99 as of Jul. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:526739 with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹442.17 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,526 Chemicals companies, Narmada Gelatines ranks worse than 79.55% 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 -1.99 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BOM:526739' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.77   Med: -2.2   Max: -1.73
Current: -1.99

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Narmada Gelatines was -1.73. The lowest was -2.77. And the median was -2.20.


Narmada Gelatines Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Narmada Gelatines'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.

Narmada Gelatines Beneish M-Score Chart

Narmada Gelatines 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 -2.43 -2.77 -2.07 -1.73 -1.99

Narmada Gelatines 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 -1.73 0.00 0.00 0.00 -1.99

BOM:526739 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Narmada Gelatines'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.


Narmada Gelatines Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Narmada Gelatines's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Narmada Gelatines 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 Narmada Gelatines 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 * 0.9974+0.528 * 0.8914+0.404 * 0.9588+0.892 * 1.1402+0.115 * 0.895
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * 0.038793-0.327 * 0.6979
=-1.99

* 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 ₹295 Mil.
Revenue was ₹2,154 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹1,012 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹850 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹1,789 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹464 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹29 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹237 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹41 Mil.
Net Income was ₹315 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹246 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹259 Mil.
Revenue was ₹1,889 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹791 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹755 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹1,602 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹403 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹22 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹25 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹296 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹60 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)
=(294.9 / 2154.1) / (259.314 / 1889.2)
=0.136902 / 0.137261
=0.9974

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)
=(790.9 / 1889.2) / (1011.7 / 2154.1)
=0.418643 / 0.469663
=0.8914

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 - (850.4 + 463.6) / 1789) / (1 - (754.791 + 403.269) / 1601.568)
=0.265511 / 0.276921
=0.9588

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
=2154.1 / 1889.2
=1.1402

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))
=(22.2 / (22.2 + 403.269)) / (28.7 / (28.7 + 463.6))
=0.052178 / 0.058298
=0.895

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 / 2154.1) / (24.654 / 1889.2)
=0 / 0.01305
=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)
=((40.8 + 236.7) / 1789) / ((60.308 + 295.637) / 1601.568)
=0.155115 / 0.222248
=0.6979

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
=(314.9 - 0 - 245.5) / 1789
=0.038793

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.

Narmada Gelatines has a M-score of -1.99 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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What does a Beneish M-Score of -1.99 mean?
Narmada Gelatines (BOM:526739) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.99 as of Jul. 17, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Narmada Gelatines and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Narmada Gelatines ranks #1214 out of 1526 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 79.6%.
Is Narmada Gelatines' Beneish M-Score too high?
Narmada Gelatines' current Beneish M-Score is -1.99. Based on the distribution chart, Narmada Gelatines ranks #1214 out of 1526 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Narmada Gelatines has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Narmada Gelatines' Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Narmada Gelatines ranks #1214 out of 1526 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Narmada Gelatines 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 Chemicals company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Chemicals 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 Narmada Gelatines and its competitors. Narmada Gelatines's current Beneish M-Score is -1.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Narmada Gelatines stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Narmada Gelatines (BOM:526739) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹442.17, compared to a current price of ₹503.35 — trading 13.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.99. Narmada Gelatines' overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 4 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 Narmada Gelatines (BOM:526739), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.99 as of Jul. 17, 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 Narmada Gelatines (BOM:526739) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Narmada Gelatines stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹503.35 is trading 13.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹442.17. GuruFocus considers Narmada Gelatines to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:526739:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.99
  • GF Value™: ₹442.17 vs. price of ₹503.35 (13.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:526739 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Narmada Gelatines Business Description

Address 15 Civil Lines, Post Box No. 91, Caravs Building, 1st Floor, Room No 28, Jabalpur, MP, IND, 482001
Narmada Gelatines Ltd manufactures and sells Ossein, Gelatine, and by-product Di-calcium Phosphate (DCP) from its Jabalpur facility. Gelatine, a natural animal protein derived from collagen in animal bones, especially bovine bones, is composed of essential amino acids and used in pharmaceuticals, food, photographic, and technical industries. The company operates mainly in India and exports internationally, with domestic sales forming the majority of its revenue. Gelatine and its related products form the company's main operating segment.
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