MEKO AB (CHIX:MEKOS) Beneish M-Score: -2.79 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


CHIX:MEKOS MEKO AB CHIX:MEKOS
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Price kr79.53
GF Value kr122.47
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is MEKO AB Beneish M-Score?

MEKO AB CHIX:MEKOS 69 Beneish M-Score is -2.79 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates CHIX:MEKOS with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of kr122.47 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,273 Vehicles & Parts companies, MEKO AB ranks better than 73.53% 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 -2.79 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

CHIX:MEKOs' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.98   Med: -2.59   Max: -1.6
Current: -2.79

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of MEKO AB was -1.60. The lowest was -2.98. And the median was -2.59.


MEKO AB Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MEKO AB'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.

MEKO AB Beneish M-Score Chart

MEKO AB 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 -2.59 -2.45 -2.65 -2.68 -2.79

MEKO AB 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 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.79 0.00

CHIX:MEKOS vs ORLY, AZO, BWA: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, MEKO AB'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.


MEKO AB Beneish M-Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, MEKO AB's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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MEKO AB 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 MEKO AB 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 * 0.9777+0.528 * 1.0417+0.404 * 0.9072+0.892 * 0.9902+0.115 * 1.2372
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.055768-0.327 * 1.0876
=-2.79

* 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 kr2,397 Mil.
Revenue was kr18,367 Mil.
Gross Profit was kr7,879 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr8,099 Mil.
Total Assets was kr17,519 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr3,863 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr1,017 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr5,221 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr5,710 Mil.
Net Income was kr36 Mil.
Gross Profit was kr0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was kr1,013 Mil.
Total Receivables was kr2,476 Mil.
Revenue was kr18,549 Mil.
Gross Profit was kr8,289 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr8,203 Mil.
Total Assets was kr16,911 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr2,795 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr971 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr5,033 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr4,669 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)
=(2397 / 18367) / (2476 / 18549)
=0.130506 / 0.133484
=0.9777

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)
=(8289 / 18549) / (7879 / 18367)
=0.44687 / 0.428976
=1.0417

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 - (8099 + 3863) / 17519) / (1 - (8203 + 2795) / 16911)
=0.317198 / 0.349654
=0.9072

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
=18367 / 18549
=0.9902

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))
=(971 / (971 + 2795)) / (1017 / (1017 + 3863))
=0.257833 / 0.208402
=1.2372

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)
=(0 / 18367) / (0 / 18549)
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=((5710 + 5221) / 17519) / ((4669 + 5033) / 16911)
=0.623951 / 0.573709
=1.0876

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
=(36 - 0 - 1013) / 17519
=-0.055768

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.

MEKO AB has a M-score of -2.79 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 -2.79 mean?
MEKO AB (CHIX:MEKOS) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.79 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on MEKO AB and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, MEKO AB ranks #337 out of 1273 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 26.5%.
Is MEKO AB's Beneish M-Score too high?
MEKO AB's current Beneish M-Score is -2.79. Based on the distribution chart, MEKO AB ranks #337 out of 1273 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, MEKO AB has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MEKO AB's Beneish M-Score compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, MEKO AB ranks #337 out of 1273 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts MEKO AB 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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 MEKO AB and its competitors. MEKO AB's current Beneish M-Score is -2.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MEKO AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MEKO AB (CHIX:MEKOS) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is kr122.47, compared to a current price of kr79.53 — trading 35.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.79. MEKO AB's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 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 MEKO AB (CHIX:MEKOS), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.79 as of Jun. 26, 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 MEKO AB (CHIX:MEKOS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MEKO AB stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of kr79.53 is trading 35.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr122.47. GuruFocus considers MEKO AB to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:MEKOS:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.79
  • GF Value™: kr122.47 vs. price of kr79.53 (35.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 6 warning signs

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


MEKO AB Business Description

Other Exchanges MEKO:Sweden0HDJ:UK
Address Klarabergsviadukten 70, Elevator C, Floor 6, Box 19542, Stockholm, SWE, 11164
MEKO AB functions in the car aftermarket, operating car service chains, and wholesale operations. The company offers spare parts and accessories to affiliated workshops, other workshops, other business-to-business customers, and car owners. The company conducts business through segments: Denmark, Finland, Poland/the Baltics, Sweden/Norway, and Sorensen og Balchen (Norway). It generates maximum revenue from Sweden/Norway. The Affiliated workshops of the company operate under the company's brands: BilXtra, MECA, Mekonomen BFTZ, Fixus, Inter-Team, among others.
69GF Score

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