Civita Group Nyrt (BUD:CIVITA) Beneish M-Score: -2.29 (As of Jul. 21, 2026)

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BUD:CIVITA Civita Group Nyrt BUD:CIVITA
42 GF Score
Price Ft248.00
GF Value Ft751.63
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Civita Group Nyrt Beneish M-Score?

Civita Group Nyrt BUD:CIVITA -24.85% 42 Beneish M-Score is -2.29 as of Jul. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates BUD:CIVITA with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of Ft751.63 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,851 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Civita Group Nyrt ranks worse than 66.83% 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 -2.29 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BUD:CIVITA' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.31   Med: -2.48   Max: -2.06
Current: -2.29

During the past 7 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Civita Group Nyrt was -2.06. The lowest was -4.31. And the median was -2.48.


Civita Group Nyrt Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Civita Group Nyrt'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.

Civita Group Nyrt Beneish M-Score Chart

Civita Group Nyrt Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -2.48 -4.31 -2.06 -2.59 -2.29

Civita Group Nyrt Semi-Annual Data
Dec19 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
Beneish M-Score Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.06 0.00 -2.59 0.00 -2.29

BUD:CIVITA vs KHC, GIS, HRL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Civita Group Nyrt'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.


Civita Group Nyrt Beneish M-Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Civita Group Nyrt's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Civita Group Nyrt's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Civita Group Nyrt 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 Civita Group Nyrt 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 * 0.7002+0.528 * 1.24+0.404 * 0.8428+0.892 * 1.3224+0.115 * 0.9346
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.5396+4.679 * 0.010501-0.327 * 1.0068
=-2.29

* 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 (Dec25) TTM:Last Year (Dec24) TTM:
Total Receivables was Ft670 Mil.
Revenue was Ft4,071 Mil.
Gross Profit was Ft1,222 Mil.
Total Current Assets was Ft2,608 Mil.
Total Assets was Ft9,026 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was Ft6,081 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was Ft200 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was Ft71 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was Ft4,235 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was Ft1,255 Mil.
Net Income was Ft-47 Mil.
Gross Profit was Ft0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was Ft-142 Mil.
Total Receivables was Ft724 Mil.
Revenue was Ft3,078 Mil.
Gross Profit was Ft1,146 Mil.
Total Current Assets was Ft2,409 Mil.
Total Assets was Ft8,996 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was Ft6,189 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was Ft189 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was Ft99 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was Ft5,100 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was Ft335 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)
=(670.302 / 4070.9) / (723.934 / 3078.318)
=0.164657 / 0.235172
=0.7002

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)
=(1145.73 / 3078.318) / (1221.929 / 4070.9)
=0.372194 / 0.300162
=1.24

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 - (2607.725 + 6081.165) / 9025.707) / (1 - (2408.622 + 6189.432) / 8996.376)
=0.037318 / 0.044276
=0.8428

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
=4070.9 / 3078.318
=1.3224

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))
=(189.453 / (189.453 + 6189.432)) / (199.603 / (199.603 + 6081.165))
=0.0297 / 0.03178
=0.9346

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)
=(70.958 / 4070.9) / (99.439 / 3078.318)
=0.017431 / 0.032303
=0.5396

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)
=((1255.425 + 4234.725) / 9025.707) / ((334.992 + 5100.162) / 8996.376)
=0.608279 / 0.604149
=1.0068

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
=(-46.832 - 0 - -141.609) / 9025.707
=0.010501

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.

Civita Group Nyrt has a M-score of -2.29 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 -2.29 mean?
Civita Group Nyrt (BUD:CIVITA) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.29 as of Jul. 21, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Civita Group Nyrt and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Civita Group Nyrt ranks #1237 out of 1851 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 66.8%.
Is Civita Group Nyrt's Beneish M-Score too high?
Civita Group Nyrt's current Beneish M-Score is -2.29. Based on the distribution chart, Civita Group Nyrt ranks #1237 out of 1851 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Civita Group Nyrt has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Civita Group Nyrt's Beneish M-Score compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Civita Group Nyrt ranks #1237 out of 1851 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Civita Group Nyrt 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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 Civita Group Nyrt and its competitors. Civita Group Nyrt's current Beneish M-Score is -2.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Civita Group Nyrt stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Civita Group Nyrt (BUD:CIVITA) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is Ft751.63, compared to a current price of Ft248.00 — trading 67% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.29. Civita Group Nyrt's overall GF Score™ is 42/100 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 Civita Group Nyrt (BUD:CIVITA), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.29 as of Jul. 21, 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 Civita Group Nyrt (BUD:CIVITA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Civita Group Nyrt stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of Ft248.00 is trading 67% below its estimated GF Value™ of Ft751.63. GuruFocus considers Civita Group Nyrt to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for BUD:CIVITA:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.29
  • GF Value™: Ft751.63 vs. price of Ft248.00 (67% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 6 warning signs

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


Civita Group Nyrt Business Description

Address Tancsics utca 101, Monostorpalyi, Budapest, HUN, 4275
Civita Group Nyrt operates corn mills. It offers a diversified range of corn-based products, including corn meal, corn oil, flour, semolina, and flour mixtures, a high-fiber short and long-form corn pasta product line, and cold-pressed corn oil.
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