Privi Speciality Chemicals (BOM:530117) Beneish M-Score: -2.39 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


BOM:530117 Privi Speciality Chemicals Ltd BOM:530117
79 GF Score
Price ₹3,695.05
GF Value ₹2,382.46
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What is Privi Speciality Chemicals Beneish M-Score?

Privi Speciality Chemicals BOM:530117 -1.51% 79 Beneish M-Score is -2.39 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:530117 with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹2,382.46 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,524 Chemicals companies, Privi Speciality Chemicals ranks worse than 59.32% 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 -2.39 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BOM:530117' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.03   Med: -2.41   Max: 11.85
Current: -2.39

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Privi Speciality Chemicals was 11.85. The lowest was -3.03. And the median was -2.41.


Privi Speciality Chemicals Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Privi Speciality Chemicals'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.

Privi Speciality Chemicals Beneish M-Score Chart

Privi Speciality Chemicals 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 -2.37 -2.56 -2.81 -2.43 -2.39

Privi Speciality Chemicals 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 -2.43 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.39

BOM:530117 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Privi Speciality Chemicals'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.


Privi Speciality Chemicals Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Privi Speciality Chemicals 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 Privi Speciality Chemicals 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 * 1.09+0.528 * 0.9491+0.404 * 0.8961+0.892 * 1.2201+0.115 * 1.018
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * -0.070209-0.327 * 0.9071
=-2.39

* 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 ₹5,260 Mil.
Revenue was ₹25,637 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹12,466 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹15,959 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹31,698 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹14,168 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹1,438 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹10,927 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹5,806 Mil.
Net Income was ₹3,275 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹5,501 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹3,955 Mil.
Revenue was ₹21,012 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹9,697 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹13,633 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹27,905 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹12,728 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹1,318 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹1,461 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹11,034 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹5,206 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)
=(5260.058 / 25636.855) / (3955.06 / 21011.909)
=0.205176 / 0.188229
=1.09

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)
=(9696.991 / 21011.909) / (12465.883 / 25636.855)
=0.4615 / 0.486249
=0.9491

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 - (15959.076 + 14167.744) / 31698.201) / (1 - (13632.959 + 12728.457) / 27905.062)
=0.049573 / 0.055318
=0.8961

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
=25636.855 / 21011.909
=1.2201

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))
=(1317.533 / (1317.533 + 12728.457)) / (1437.985 / (1437.985 + 14167.744))
=0.093801 / 0.092145
=1.018

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 / 25636.855) / (1461.19 / 21011.909)
=0 / 0.069541
=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)
=((5806.033 + 10926.91) / 31698.201) / ((5205.983 + 11033.65) / 27905.062)
=0.527883 / 0.58196
=0.9071

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
=(3275.373 - 0 - 5500.869) / 31698.201
=-0.070209

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.

Privi Speciality Chemicals has a M-score of -2.39 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 -2.39 mean?
Privi Speciality Chemicals (BOM:530117) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.39 as of Jul. 05, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Privi Speciality Chemicals and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Privi Speciality Chemicals ranks #904 out of 1524 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 59.3%.
Is Privi Speciality Chemicals' Beneish M-Score too high?
Privi Speciality Chemicals' current Beneish M-Score is -2.39. Based on the distribution chart, Privi Speciality Chemicals ranks #904 out of 1524 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Privi Speciality Chemicals has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Privi Speciality Chemicals' Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Privi Speciality Chemicals ranks #904 out of 1524 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Privi Speciality Chemicals 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 Privi Speciality Chemicals and its competitors. Privi Speciality Chemicals's current Beneish M-Score is -2.39. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Privi Speciality Chemicals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Privi Speciality Chemicals (BOM:530117) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹2,382.46, compared to a current price of ₹3,695.05 — trading 55.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.39. Privi Speciality Chemicals' overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 Privi Speciality Chemicals (BOM:530117), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.39 as of Jul. 05, 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 Privi Speciality Chemicals (BOM:530117) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Privi Speciality Chemicals stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹3,695.05 is trading 55.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹2,382.46. GuruFocus considers Privi Speciality Chemicals to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:530117:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.39
  • GF Value™: ₹2,382.46 vs. price of ₹3,695.05 (55.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:530117 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Privi Speciality Chemicals Business Description

Other Exchanges PRIVISCL:India
Address Thane Belapur Road, Privi House, A-71, TTC Industrial Area, Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai, MH, IND, 400 710
Privi Speciality Chemicals Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing of Speciality Oleo Chemicals, Intermediate Neutraceuticals, and Aromatic Chemicals. Geographically, it derives the majority of its revenues from international markets. It operates in a single segment the Aromatic chemicals segment. Some of its products include Alpha Damascone, Amber Fleur, Citronellyl Acetate, Tetrahydrogeranyl Acetate, Gamma Methyl Ionone, Methyl Ionone, Natural Concentrated Sterols, Dimer Acid, Distilled Fatty Acid, and others.
79GF Score

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