MRS Logistica (BSP:MRSA6B) Beneish M-Score: -2.91 (As of Jul. 07, 2026)


BSP:MRSA6B MRS Logistica SA BSP:MRSA6B
78 GF Score
Price R$32.60
GF Value R$31.36
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is MRS Logistica Beneish M-Score?

MRS Logistica BSP:MRSA6B 78 Beneish M-Score is -2.91 as of Jul. 07, 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:MRSA6B with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of R$31.36 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 965 Transportation companies, MRS Logistica ranks better than 79.27% 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 -2.91 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BSP:MRSA6B' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.76   Med: -2.74   Max: -0.23
Current: -2.91

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of MRS Logistica was -0.23. The lowest was -3.76. And the median was -2.74.


MRS Logistica Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MRS Logistica'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.

MRS Logistica Beneish M-Score Chart

MRS Logistica Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.61 -2.65 -3.45 -2.87 -2.88

MRS Logistica 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 -2.67 -2.08 -2.74 -2.88 -2.91

BSP:MRSA6B vs UNP, CSX, NSC: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Railroads subindustry, MRS Logistica'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.


MRS Logistica Beneish M-Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, MRS Logistica's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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MRS Logistica 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 MRS Logistica 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 * 0.8074+0.528 * 0.9112+0.404 * 1.3709+0.892 * 1.0744+0.115 * 1.0847
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0256+4.679 * -0.088123-0.327 * 1.0492
=-2.91

* 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 R$317 Mil.
Revenue was 1674.556 + 1948.527 + 2029.04 + 1930.89 = R$7,583 Mil.
Gross Profit was 722.67 + 896.7 + 1004.772 + 937.793 = R$3,562 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R$5,950 Mil.
Total Assets was R$25,817 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R$18,531 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R$1,193 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R$700 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R$3,243 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R$11,908 Mil.
Net Income was 78.209 + 329.438 + 460.675 + 482.234 = R$1,351 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = R$0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 609.748 + 1121.597 + 1072.225 + 822.061 = R$3,626 Mil.
Total Receivables was R$366 Mil.
Revenue was 1676.602 + 1614.166 + 1916.694 + 1850.246 = R$7,058 Mil.
Gross Profit was 712.729 + 581.138 + 848.478 + 878.434 = R$3,021 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R$4,826 Mil.
Total Assets was R$20,465 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R$14,866 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R$1,044 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R$635 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R$2,886 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R$8,561 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)
=(317.187 / 7583.013) / (365.659 / 7057.708)
=0.041829 / 0.05181
=0.8074

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)
=(3020.779 / 7057.708) / (3561.935 / 7583.013)
=0.428011 / 0.469726
=0.9112

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 - (5950.081 + 18530.524) / 25817.038) / (1 - (4826.141 + 14866.473) / 20465.377)
=0.051766 / 0.03776
=1.3709

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
=7583.013 / 7057.708
=1.0744

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))
=(1043.826 / (1043.826 + 14866.473)) / (1192.929 / (1192.929 + 18530.524))
=0.065607 / 0.060483
=1.0847

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)
=(699.742 / 7583.013) / (635.007 / 7057.708)
=0.092278 / 0.089974
=1.0256

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)
=((11907.943 + 3242.869) / 25817.038) / ((8561.317 + 2885.73) / 20465.377)
=0.586853 / 0.559337
=1.0492

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
=(1350.556 - 0 - 3625.631) / 25817.038
=-0.088123

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.

MRS Logistica has a M-score of -2.91 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 -2.91 mean?
MRS Logistica (BSP:MRSA6B) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.91 as of Jul. 07, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on MRS Logistica and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, MRS Logistica ranks #200 out of 965 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 20.7%.
Is MRS Logistica's Beneish M-Score too high?
MRS Logistica's current Beneish M-Score is -2.91. Based on the distribution chart, MRS Logistica ranks #200 out of 965 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, MRS Logistica has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MRS Logistica's Beneish M-Score compare to UNP and CSX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, MRS Logistica ranks #200 out of 965 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places MRS Logistica in the top 21% 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 Transportation company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Transportation 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 MRS Logistica and its competitors. MRS Logistica's current Beneish M-Score is -2.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MRS Logistica stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MRS Logistica (BSP:MRSA6B) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$31.36, compared to a current price of R$32.60 — trading 4% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.91. MRS Logistica's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 MRS Logistica (BSP:MRSA6B), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.91 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 MRS Logistica (BSP:MRSA6B) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MRS Logistica stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R$32.60 is trading 4% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$31.36. GuruFocus considers MRS Logistica to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:MRSA6B:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.91
  • GF Value™: R$31.36 vs. price of R$32.60 (4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:MRSA6B stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


MRS Logistica Business Description

Other Exchanges MRSA5B:BrazilMRSA3B:Brazil
Address Praia de Botafogo 228, Sala 1201 E, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, BRA, 22250906
MRS Logistica SA is a publicly-held corporation engaged in the transportation services. The company operates a public railway transportation concession in the Southeast network, located in the States of Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, and Minas Gerais. It interconnects the states of Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, and Sao Paulo, spanning through the region that concentrates approximately 50% of Brazil's gross domestic product. Through MRS' railways, it also provides transport to reach the ports of Itaguai and Santos and Latin America. The company generates its entire revenue from providing cargo transport services in the Southeast Brazil.
78GF Score

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