BSAC (Bancontander Chile) Beneish M-Score: -2.44 (As of Aug. 10, 2026)

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BSAC Banco Santander Chile BSAC
76 GF Score
Price $35.16
GF Value $30.72
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Bancontander Chile Beneish M-Score?

Bancontander Chile BSAC -1.51% 76 Beneish M-Score is -2.44 as of Aug. 10, 2026. GuruFocus rates BSAC with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $30.72 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,394 Banks companies, Bancontander Chile ranks better than 57.89% on this metric.

Note: Financial institutions were excluded from the sample in Beneish paper when calculating Beneish M-Score. Thus, the prediction might not fit banks and insurance companies.

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 -2.44 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BSAC' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.33   Med: -2.45   Max: 5545.23
Current: -2.44

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Bancontander Chile was 5545.23. The lowest was -3.33. And the median was -2.45.

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Bancontander Chile 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 Bancontander Chile 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 * 0.7988+0.528 * 1+0.404 * 1.0007+0.892 * 1.0777+0.115 * 0.9518
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8459+4.679 * 0.015235-0.327 * 0.6888
=-2.40

* 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 (Jun26) TTM:Last Year (Jun25) TTM:
Total Receivables was $1,034 Mil.
Revenue was 918.606 + 802.197 + 1366.763 + 511.046 = $3,599 Mil.
Gross Profit was 918.606 + 802.197 + 1366.763 + 511.046 = $3,599 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $0 Mil.
Total Assets was $77,668 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $293 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $145 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $827 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $11,763 Mil.
Net Income was 422.525 + 299.305 + 244.852 + 257.903 = $1,225 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = $0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 0 + 106.597 + -400.065 + 334.75 = $41 Mil.
 Total Receivables was $1,201 Mil.
Revenue was 781.225 + 780.92 + 1215.86 + 561.182 = $3,339 Mil.
Gross Profit was 781.225 + 780.92 + 1215.86 + 561.182 = $3,339 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $0 Mil.
Total Assets was $70,609 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $318 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $146 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $908 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $15,525 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)
=(1034.216 / 3598.612) / (1201.39 / 3339.187)
=0.287393 / 0.359785
=0.7988

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)
=(3339.187 / 3339.187) / (3598.612 / 3598.612)
=1 / 1
=1

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 - (0 + 293.268) / 77667.696) / (1 - (0 + 318.317) / 70608.895)
=0.996224 / 0.995492
=1.0007

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
=3598.612 / 3339.187
=1.0777

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))
=(146.348 / (146.348 + 318.317)) / (145.034 / (145.034 + 293.268))
=0.314954 / 0.3309
=0.9518

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)
=(827.447 / 3598.612) / (907.715 / 3339.187)
=0.229935 / 0.271837
=0.8459

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)
=((11762.839 + 0) / 77667.696) / ((15525.057 + 0) / 70608.895)
=0.151451 / 0.219874
=0.6888

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
=(1224.585 - 0 - 41.282) / 77667.696
=0.015235

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.

Bancontander Chile has a M-score of -2.40 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 -2.44 mean?
Bancontander Chile (BSAC) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.44 as of Aug. 10, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Bancontander Chile and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Bancontander Chile ranks #587 out of 1394 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 42.1%.
Is Bancontander Chile's Beneish M-Score too high?
Bancontander Chile's current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. Based on the distribution chart, Bancontander Chile ranks #587 out of 1394 companies in the Banks industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Bancontander Chile has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bancontander Chile's Beneish M-Score compare to PNC and USB?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Bancontander Chile ranks #587 out of 1394 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Bancontander Chile in the upper 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 Banks company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Banks 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 Bancontander Chile and its competitors. Bancontander Chile's current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bancontander Chile stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bancontander Chile (BSAC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $30.72, compared to a current price of $35.16 — trading 14.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. Bancontander Chile's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Bancontander Chile (BSAC), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.44 as of Aug. 10, 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 Bancontander Chile (BSAC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bancontander Chile stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $35.16 is trading 14.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $30.72. GuruFocus considers Bancontander Chile to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BSAC:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.44
  • GF Value™: $30.72 vs. price of $35.16 (14.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 7 warning signs

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

Bancontander Chile Business Description

Address Bandera 140, 20th Floor, Santiago, CHL
Founded in 1978, Banco Santander Chile is part of Santander Group and majority-controlled by Santander Spain. It is the largest bank in Chile by loans and the second largest by deposits. The bank generates most of its net interest income (roughly 65% of total revenue) from its mortgages, unsecured consumer credit lines, and commercial loans. Banco Santander's commercial loan business is more focused on small- to medium-size companies, with firms generating more than CLP 10,000 million in revenue only making up around 5% of outstanding loans. Outside of lending, Banco Santander is the largest card issuer in the country with around 25% of the market and benefits from a long-term strategic partnership with the largest airline in the country, LATAM.
76GF Score

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