Sun TV Network (BOM:532733) Beneish M-Score: -2.48 (As of Jul. 07, 2026)


BOM:532733 Sun TV Network Ltd BOM:532733
94 GF Score
Price ₹507.35
GF Value ₹662.42
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Sun TV Network Beneish M-Score?

Sun TV Network BOM:532733 -1.00% 94 Beneish M-Score is -2.48 as of Jul. 07, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:532733 with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹662.42 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 978 Media - Diversified companies, Sun TV Network ranks worse than 55.93% 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 -2.48 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BOM:532733' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.89   Med: -2.6   Max: -2.27
Current: -2.48

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Sun TV Network was -2.27. The lowest was -2.89. And the median was -2.60.


Sun TV Network Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sun TV Network'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.

Sun TV Network Beneish M-Score Chart

Sun TV Network 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 -2.27 -2.63 -2.58 -2.61 -2.48

Sun TV Network 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 -2.61 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.48

BOM:532733 vs NXST: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Broadcasting subindustry, Sun TV Network'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.


Sun TV Network Beneish M-Score vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Sun TV Network's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Sun TV Network's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Sun TV Network 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 Sun TV Network 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 * 0.8603+0.528 * 1.0266+0.404 * 1.1273+0.892 * 1.0783+0.115 * 0.8244
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * -0.026158-0.327 * 1.1008
=-2.48

* 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 ₹14,335 Mil.
Revenue was ₹43,348 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹36,638 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹84,546 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹138,411 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹8,320 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹7,226 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹10,839 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹847 Mil.
Net Income was ₹14,396 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹18,016 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹15,453 Mil.
Revenue was ₹40,199 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹34,878 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹80,777 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹126,364 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹8,702 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹5,406 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹3,200 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹8,646 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹1,046 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)
=(14334.6 / 43348.2) / (15452.6 / 40198.7)
=0.330685 / 0.384405
=0.8603

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)
=(34878.4 / 40198.7) / (36637.8 / 43348.2)
=0.86765 / 0.845198
=1.0266

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 - (84546.2 + 8319.6) / 138411.1) / (1 - (80776.9 + 8701.7) / 126364.3)
=0.329058 / 0.2919
=1.1273

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
=43348.2 / 40198.7
=1.0783

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))
=(5405.8 / (5405.8 + 8701.7)) / (7226 / (7226 + 8319.6))
=0.383186 / 0.464826
=0.8244

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 / 43348.2) / (3199.7 / 40198.7)
=0 / 0.079597
=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)
=((846.8 + 10839.2) / 138411.1) / ((1046.4 + 8645.6) / 126364.3)
=0.08443 / 0.076699
=1.1008

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
=(14395.8 - 0 - 18016.4) / 138411.1
=-0.026158

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.

Sun TV Network has a M-score of -2.48 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 -2.48 mean?
Sun TV Network (BOM:532733) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.48 as of Jul. 07, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Sun TV Network and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Sun TV Network ranks #547 out of 978 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 55.9%.
Is Sun TV Network's Beneish M-Score too high?
Sun TV Network's current Beneish M-Score is -2.48. Based on the distribution chart, Sun TV Network ranks #547 out of 978 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sun TV Network has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sun TV Network's Beneish M-Score compare to NXST?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Sun TV Network ranks #547 out of 978 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Sun TV Network 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 Media - Diversified company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Media - Diversified 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 Sun TV Network and its competitors. Sun TV Network's current Beneish M-Score is -2.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sun TV Network stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sun TV Network (BOM:532733) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹662.42, compared to a current price of ₹507.35 — trading 23.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.48. Sun TV Network's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 with 2 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 Sun TV Network (BOM:532733), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.48 as of Jul. 07, 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 Sun TV Network (BOM:532733) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sun TV Network stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹507.35 is trading 23.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹662.42. GuruFocus considers Sun TV Network to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:532733:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.48
  • GF Value™: ₹662.42 vs. price of ₹507.35 (23.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 94/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:532733 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sun TV Network Business Description

Other Exchanges SUNTV:India
Address 73, MRC Nagar Main Road, Murasoli Maran Towers, MRC Nagar, Chennai, TN, IND, 600028
Sun TV Network Ltd is a media and entertainment company. The group owns and operates a series of television networks across four languages in the news, music, action, life, movies, kids, and comedy genres. It also airs FM stations in several Indian languages. Its business activities are reported under a single segment, being Media and Entertainment. The company generates revenues from advertising, broadcasting fees, International subscriptions, other subscriptions, movie distribution, and content trading. Geographically, the group is focused on the Indian market with a few operations outside India.
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