NORMA Group SE (CHIX:NOEJD) Beneish M-Score: -2.40 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


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What is NORMA Group SE Beneish M-Score?

NORMA Group SE CHIX:NOEJD 67 Beneish M-Score is -2.40 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates CHIX:NOEJD with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of €10.82. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,926 Industrial Products companies, NORMA Group SE ranks worse than 54.96% 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 -2.4 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

CHIX:NOEJd' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.65   Med: -2.65   Max: -2.15
Current: -2.4

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of NORMA Group SE was -2.15. The lowest was -3.65. And the median was -2.65.


NORMA Group SE Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for NORMA Group SE'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.

NORMA Group SE Beneish M-Score Chart

NORMA Group SE 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 -2.46 -2.79 -2.98 -3.65

NORMA Group SE 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 -3.00 -2.94 -2.77 -3.65 -2.40

CHIX:NOEJD vs ATI, CRS, MLI: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Metal Fabrication subindustry, NORMA Group SE'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.


NORMA Group SE Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, NORMA Group SE's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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NORMA Group SE 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 NORMA Group SE 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 * 0.7901+0.528 * 0.9774+0.404 * 0.3861+0.892 * 1.0113+0.115 * 1.1048
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.8798+4.679 * 0.121521-0.327 * 0.7164
=-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 (Mar26) TTM:Last Year (Mar25) TTM:
Total Receivables was €146.2 Mil.
Revenue was 208.644 + 189.873 + 197.527 + 353.422 = €949.5 Mil.
Gross Profit was 117.573 + 100.43 + 111.554 + 212.523 = €542.1 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €922.7 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,347.5 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €217.9 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €59.2 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €36.5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €411.3 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €41.4 Mil.
Net Income was 310.325 + -23.314 + -59.655 + 5.193 = €232.5 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = €0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -15.938 + 32.808 + 27.656 + 24.278 = €68.8 Mil.
Total Receivables was €183.0 Mil.
Revenue was 221.171 + 204.887 + 206.492 + 306.266 = €938.8 Mil.
Gross Profit was 120.304 + 114.523 + 113.653 + 175.387 = €523.9 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €545.4 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,416.0 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €307.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €95.1 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €19.2 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €269.9 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €394.1 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)
=(146.201 / 949.466) / (182.97 / 938.816)
=0.153982 / 0.194894
=0.7901

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)
=(523.867 / 938.816) / (542.08 / 949.466)
=0.558008 / 0.570931
=0.9774

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 - (922.665 + 217.933) / 1347.467) / (1 - (545.366 + 307.629) / 1415.962)
=0.153524 / 0.397586
=0.3861

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
=949.466 / 938.816
=1.0113

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))
=(95.085 / (95.085 + 307.629)) / (59.234 / (59.234 + 217.933))
=0.23611 / 0.213712
=1.1048

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)
=(36.529 / 949.466) / (19.215 / 938.816)
=0.038473 / 0.020467
=1.8798

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)
=((41.354 + 411.349) / 1347.467) / ((394.088 + 269.903) / 1415.962)
=0.335966 / 0.468933
=0.7164

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
=(232.549 - 0 - 68.804) / 1347.467
=0.121521

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.

NORMA Group SE 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 -2.40 mean?
NORMA Group SE (CHIX:NOEJD) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.40 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on NORMA Group SE and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, NORMA Group SE ranks #1608 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 55%.
Is NORMA Group SE's Beneish M-Score too high?
NORMA Group SE's current Beneish M-Score is -2.40. Based on the distribution chart, NORMA Group SE ranks #1608 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, NORMA Group SE has a GF Score™ of 67/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does NORMA Group SE's Beneish M-Score compare to ATI and CRS?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, NORMA Group SE ranks #1608 out of 2926 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places NORMA Group SE 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 Industrial Products company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Industrial Products 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 NORMA Group SE and its competitors. NORMA Group SE's current Beneish M-Score is -2.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is NORMA Group SE stock overvalued right now?
NORMA Group SE (CHIX:NOEJD) has a current Beneish M-Score of -2.40. The stock's GF Value™ is €10.82, compared to a current price of €14.68 — trading 35.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.40. NORMA Group SE's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 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 NORMA Group SE (CHIX:NOEJD), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.40 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 NORMA Group SE (CHIX:NOEJD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NORMA Group SE stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €14.68 is trading 35.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of €10.82.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:NOEJD:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.40
  • GF Value™: €10.82 vs. price of €14.68 (35.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 6 warning signs

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


NORMA Group SE Business Description

Address Edisonstrasse 4, Maintal, DEU, 63477
NORMA Group SE manufactures a wide range of joining technology solutions. Its product offerings include hose clamps, heavy-duty clamps, ear clips, cable ties, pipe couplings, plast connectors, etc. The products are used in various industries and can be found in vehicles, household appliances, engines, plumbing systems, and medical fields. The company's operations are managed in three regional reportable segments: EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa), the Americas (North, Central, and South America), and Asia-Pacific (East Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, and Oceania). The majority of its revenue is generated from the EMEA region.
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