Fairchem Organics (BOM:543252) Beneish M-Score: -3.24 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


BOM:543252 Fairchem Organics Ltd BOM:543252
72 GF Score
Price ₹670.80
GF Value ₹824.39
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Fairchem Organics Beneish M-Score?

Fairchem Organics BOM:543252 +4.07% 72 Beneish M-Score is -3.24 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:543252 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹824.39 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,527 Chemicals companies, Fairchem Organics ranks better than 91.03% 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 -3.24 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BOM:543252' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.24   Med: -2.33   Max: -1.45
Current: -3.24

During the past 7 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Fairchem Organics was -1.45. The lowest was -3.24. And the median was -2.33.


Fairchem Organics Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Fairchem Organics'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.

Fairchem Organics Beneish M-Score Chart

Fairchem Organics Annual Data
Trend Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -1.46 -2.33 -2.92 -1.45 -3.24

Fairchem Organics 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 -1.45 0.00 0.00 0.00 -3.24

BOM:543252 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Fairchem Organics'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.


Fairchem Organics Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Fairchem Organics 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 Fairchem Organics 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 * 0.9227+0.528 * 1.2275+0.404 * 0.6214+0.892 * 0.8554+0.115 * 0.961
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8513+4.679 * -0.092229-0.327 * 1.364
=-3.24

* 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 ₹683 Mil.
Revenue was ₹4,587 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹648 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹1,719 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹3,910 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹2,146 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹110 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹95 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹1,043 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹0 Mil.
Net Income was ₹55 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹416 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹865 Mil.
Revenue was ₹5,363 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹930 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹1,806 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹4,018 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹2,138 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹105 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹130 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹786 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹0 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)
=(682.507 / 4587.277) / (864.731 / 5362.926)
=0.148783 / 0.161242
=0.9227

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)
=(929.549 / 5362.926) / (647.736 / 4587.277)
=0.173329 / 0.141203
=1.2275

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 - (1718.923 + 2146.059) / 3909.793) / (1 - (1805.836 + 2138.334) / 4018.288)
=0.011461 / 0.018445
=0.6214

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
=4587.277 / 5362.926
=0.8554

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))
=(105.342 / (105.342 + 2138.334)) / (110.232 / (110.232 + 2146.059))
=0.046951 / 0.048855
=0.961

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)
=(94.909 / 4587.277) / (130.342 / 5362.926)
=0.02069 / 0.024304
=0.8513

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)
=((0 + 1042.616) / 3909.793) / ((0 + 785.583) / 4018.288)
=0.266668 / 0.195502
=1.364

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
=(55.405 - 0 - 416.001) / 3909.793
=-0.092229

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.

Fairchem Organics has a M-score of -3.24 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 -3.24 mean?
Fairchem Organics (BOM:543252) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.24 as of Jul. 01, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Fairchem Organics and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Fairchem Organics ranks #137 out of 1527 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 9%.
Is Fairchem Organics' Beneish M-Score too high?
Fairchem Organics' current Beneish M-Score is -3.24. Based on the distribution chart, Fairchem Organics ranks #137 out of 1527 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Fairchem Organics has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Fairchem Organics' Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Fairchem Organics ranks #137 out of 1527 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Fairchem Organics in the top 9% 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 Fairchem Organics and its competitors. Fairchem Organics's current Beneish M-Score is -3.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Fairchem Organics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fairchem Organics (BOM:543252) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹824.39, compared to a current price of ₹670.80 — trading 18.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.24. Fairchem Organics' overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 6 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 Fairchem Organics (BOM:543252), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.24 as of Jul. 01, 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 Fairchem Organics (BOM:543252) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fairchem Organics stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹670.80 is trading 18.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹824.39. GuruFocus considers Fairchem Organics to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:543252:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.24
  • GF Value™: ₹824.39 vs. price of ₹670.80 (18.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:543252 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Fairchem Organics Business Description

Other Exchanges FAIRCHEMOR:India
Address Sanand-Kadi Highway, 253/P and 312, Village Chekhala, Taluka Sanand, District Ahmedabad, Ahmedabad, GJ, IND, 382115
Fairchem Organics Ltd is engaged in the business of manufacturing specialty chemicals, namely, Oleo Chemicals and Intermediate Nutraceuticals. The company operates in a business-to-business model, offering various chemical products such as dimer acid, linoleic acid, isostearic acid, stearic acid, palmitic acid, and others. In addition, it offers mixed tocopherol and sterol concentrates that are used mainly for the manufacturing of natural vitamin E. Geographically, the company derives all of its revenue from its business in India.
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