Weibo (BUE:WBO) Beneish M-Score: -2.44 (As of Aug. 01, 2026)

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What is Weibo Beneish M-Score?

Weibo BUE:WBO 71 Beneish M-Score is -2.44 as of Aug. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates BUE:WBO with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of ARS2,144.77. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 531 Interactive Media companies, Weibo ranks worse than 64.22% 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 -2.44 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

BUE:WBO' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.88   Med: -2.09   Max: -0.26
Current: -2.44

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Weibo was -0.26. The lowest was -2.88. And the median was -2.09.


Weibo Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Weibo'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.

Weibo Beneish M-Score Chart

Weibo 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 -2.12 -2.57 -2.78 -2.64 -2.44

Weibo 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 -2.08 -2.05 0.00 -2.44 0.00

BUE:WBO vs GENI, OPRA, RUM: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Weibo'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.


Weibo Beneish M-Score vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Weibo's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Weibo 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 Weibo 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 * 1.0656+0.528 * 1.0388+0.404 * 1.0683+0.892 * 1.4392+0.115 * 1.1297
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9372+4.679 * -0.024939-0.327 * 0.9449
=-2.05

* 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 ARS1,576,124 Mil.
Revenue was ARS2,550,580 Mil.
Gross Profit was ARS1,938,288 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ARS5,191,668 Mil.
Total Assets was ARS10,292,778 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ARS633,147 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ARS106,282 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ARS792,995 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ARS1,532,530 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ARS2,746,068 Mil.
Net Income was ARS651,748 Mil.
Gross Profit was ARS154,420 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ARS754,018 Mil.
Total Receivables was ARS1,027,757 Mil.
Revenue was ARS1,772,224 Mil.
Gross Profit was ARS1,399,008 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ARS3,526,699 Mil.
Total Assets was ARS6,569,544 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ARS373,449 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ARS72,393 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ARS587,906 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ARS977,817 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ARS1,912,290 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)
=(1576123.993 / 2550579.674) / (1027756.82 / 1772223.788)
=0.617947 / 0.579925
=1.0656

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)
=(1399007.574 / 1772223.788) / (1938287.914 / 2550579.674)
=0.789408 / 0.75994
=1.0388

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 - (5191668.395 + 633146.754) / 10292778.392) / (1 - (3526698.845 + 373448.514) / 6569544.056)
=0.434087 / 0.406329
=1.0683

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
=2550579.674 / 1772223.788
=1.4392

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))
=(72392.761 / (72392.761 + 373448.514)) / (106282.378 / (106282.378 + 633146.754))
=0.162373 / 0.143736
=1.1297

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)
=(792994.882 / 2550579.674) / (587905.856 / 1772223.788)
=0.310908 / 0.331733
=0.9372

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)
=((2746067.662 + 1532529.973) / 10292778.392) / ((1912289.579 + 977817.37) / 6569544.056)
=0.415689 / 0.439925
=0.9449

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
=(651747.585 - 154419.559 - 754018.048) / 10292778.392
=-0.024939

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.

Weibo has a M-score of -2.05 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?
Weibo (BUE:WBO) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.44 as of Aug. 01, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Weibo and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Weibo ranks #341 out of 531 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 64.2%.
Is Weibo's Beneish M-Score too high?
Weibo's current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. Based on the distribution chart, Weibo ranks #341 out of 531 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Weibo has a GF Score™ of 71/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Weibo's Beneish M-Score compare to GENI and OPRA?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Weibo ranks #341 out of 531 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Weibo 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 an Interactive Media company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Interactive Media 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 Weibo and its competitors. Weibo'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 Weibo stock overvalued right now?
Weibo (BUE:WBO) has a current Beneish M-Score of -2.44. The stock's GF Value™ is ARS2,144.77, compared to a current price of ARS1,813.00 — trading 15.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. Weibo's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 4 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 Weibo (BUE:WBO), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.44 as of Aug. 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 Weibo (BUE:WBO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Weibo stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ARS1,813.00 is trading 15.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of ARS2,144.77.

Key valuation signals for BUE:WBO:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.44
  • GF Value™: ARS2,144.77 vs. price of ARS1,813.00 (15.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Weibo Business Description

Address No. 8 Xinyuan S. Road, 8th Floor, QIHAO Plaza, Chaoyang District, Beijing, CHN, 100027
Weibo Corp is a China-based company that operates a social media platform for people to create, discover and distribute content. The company currently operates and manages its business in two principal business lines globally - advertising and marketing services and value-added services. The Value-added Services mainly provide services such as membership services on social platforms, online games, live broadcasts, social e-commerce, and others. The company's main product is the social platform Weibo. It generates a substantial majority of its revenues from online advertising and marketing services.
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