Agarwal Industrial (BOM:531921) Beneish M-Score: -3.21 (As of Jul. 06, 2026)


BOM:531921 Agarwal Industrial Corp Ltd BOM:531921
75 GF Score
Price ₹530.55
GF Value ₹679.69
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Agarwal Industrial Beneish M-Score?

Agarwal Industrial BOM:531921 -0.42% 75 Beneish M-Score is -3.21 as of Jul. 06, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:531921 with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹679.69 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,524 Chemicals companies, Agarwal Industrial ranks better than 90.35% 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 -3.21 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BOM:531921' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.21   Med: -2.53   Max: -1.69
Current: -3.21

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Agarwal Industrial was -1.69. The lowest was -3.21. And the median was -2.53.


Agarwal Industrial Beneish M-Score Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for Agarwal Industrial'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.

Agarwal Industrial Beneish M-Score Chart

Agarwal Industrial 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 -1.81 -2.78 -2.52 -2.25 -3.21

Agarwal Industrial 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 -2.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 -3.21

BOM:531921 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Agarwal Industrial'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.


Agarwal Industrial Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


BOM:531921
75GF Score
Agarwal Industrial Corp Ltd BOM:531921
Beneish M-Score is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

Agarwal Industrial 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 Agarwal Industrial 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 * 0.7352+0.528 * 0.8327+0.404 * 1.9663+0.892 * 0.6887+0.115 * 0.9419
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * -0.159176-0.327 * 0.7969
=-3.21

* 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 ₹1,522 Mil.
Revenue was ₹16,522 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹4,327 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹4,407 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹12,021 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹7,224 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹520 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹3,832 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹1,249 Mil.
Net Income was ₹436 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹2,349 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹3,005 Mil.
Revenue was ₹23,989 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹5,232 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹6,141 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹13,447 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹7,084 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹478 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹248 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹5,271 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹1,861 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)
=(1521.653 / 16522.281) / (3005.025 / 23989.27)
=0.092097 / 0.125265
=0.7352

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)
=(5231.757 / 23989.27) / (4327.285 / 16522.281)
=0.218087 / 0.261906
=0.8327

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 - (4407.412 + 7223.797) / 12020.654) / (1 - (6140.745 + 7084.379) / 13446.684)
=0.032398 / 0.016477
=1.9663

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
=16522.281 / 23989.27
=0.6887

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))
=(478.34 / (478.34 + 7084.379)) / (519.992 / (519.992 + 7223.797))
=0.06325 / 0.06715
=0.9419

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 / 16522.281) / (248.027 / 23989.27)
=0 / 0.010339
=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)
=((1249.106 + 3831.588) / 12020.654) / ((1860.977 + 5270.892) / 13446.684)
=0.422664 / 0.530381
=0.7969

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
=(435.655 - 0 - 2349.051) / 12020.654
=-0.159176

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.

Agarwal Industrial has a M-score of -3.21 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 -3.21 mean?
Agarwal Industrial (BOM:531921) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.21 as of Jul. 06, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Agarwal Industrial and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Agarwal Industrial ranks #147 out of 1524 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 9.6%.
Is Agarwal Industrial's Beneish M-Score too high?
Agarwal Industrial's current Beneish M-Score is -3.21. Based on the distribution chart, Agarwal Industrial ranks #147 out of 1524 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Agarwal Industrial has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Agarwal Industrial's Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Agarwal Industrial ranks #147 out of 1524 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Agarwal Industrial in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Agarwal Industrial and its competitors. Agarwal Industrial's current Beneish M-Score is -3.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Agarwal Industrial stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Agarwal Industrial (BOM:531921) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹679.69, compared to a current price of ₹530.55 — trading 21.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.21. Agarwal Industrial's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 7 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 Agarwal Industrial (BOM:531921), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.21 as of Jul. 06, 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 Agarwal Industrial (BOM:531921) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Agarwal Industrial stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹530.55 is trading 21.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹679.69. GuruFocus considers Agarwal Industrial to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:531921:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.21
  • GF Value™: ₹679.69 vs. price of ₹530.55 (21.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:531921 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Agarwal Industrial Business Description

Other Exchanges AGARIND:India
Address S.T. Road, V.N. Purav Marg, Plot Number 12, Eastern Court, Unit No. 201-202, Chembur, Mumbai, MH, IND, 400 071
Agarwal Industrial Corp Ltd is engaged in manufacturing and trading petrochemicals, Bitumen and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) logistics, and energy generation through windmills. The company's operating segment includes the Ancillary Infra - Bitumen & Allied products; Logistics and Windmill. It generates maximum revenue from the Ancillary Infra - Bitumen & Allied products segment, including Bituminous and Allied Products. The company's product categories include Paving Grade Bitumen; Industrial Grade Bitumen; Bitumen Emulsion for Road Construction; CRMB: Crumb Rubber Modified Bitumen; Polymer Modified bitumen (PMB); Byproducts/Waterproofing materials; and Bituminous Expansion Jointing Boards.
75GF Score

Get the complete analysis for BOM:531921

Beneish M-Score is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

₹530.55
Price
₹679.69
GF Value