Symrise AG (CHIX:SY1D) Beneish M-Score: -2.80 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


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What is Symrise AG Beneish M-Score?

Symrise AG CHIX:SY1D 89 Beneish M-Score is -2.80 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates CHIX:SY1D with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of €88.00 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,530 Chemicals companies, Symrise AG ranks better than 74.97% 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 -2.8 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

CHIX:SY1d' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.83   Med: -2.59   Max: -2.27
Current: -2.8

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Symrise AG was -2.27. The lowest was -2.83. And the median was -2.59.


Symrise AG Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Symrise AG'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.

Symrise AG Beneish M-Score Chart

Symrise AG 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 -2.27 -2.38 -2.77 -2.71 -2.80

Symrise AG Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 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 Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.77 0.00 -2.71 0.00 -2.80

CHIX:SY1D vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Symrise AG'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.


Symrise AG Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Symrise AG's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Symrise AG 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 Symrise AG 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 * 1.0345+0.528 * 1.044+0.404 * 0.9257+0.892 * 0.9861+0.115 * 0.9391
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0097+4.679 * -0.066166-0.327 * 1.0334
=-2.80

* 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 €989 Mil.
Revenue was €4,929 Mil.
Gross Profit was €1,855 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €3,308 Mil.
Total Assets was €7,904 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €1,547 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €301 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €994 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €1,311 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €2,195 Mil.
Net Income was €249 Mil.
Gross Profit was €0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was €772 Mil.
Total Receivables was €969 Mil.
Revenue was €4,999 Mil.
Gross Profit was €1,963 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €3,106 Mil.
Total Assets was €8,325 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €1,750 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €316 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €998 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €1,925 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €1,649 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)
=(988.59 / 4929.283) / (969.013 / 4998.513)
=0.200555 / 0.19386
=1.0345

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)
=(1963.439 / 4998.513) / (1854.723 / 4929.283)
=0.392805 / 0.376266
=1.044

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 - (3307.836 + 1547.472) / 7903.801) / (1 - (3106.288 + 1749.839) / 8324.708)
=0.3857 / 0.416661
=0.9257

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
=4929.283 / 4998.513
=0.9861

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))
=(316.011 / (316.011 + 1749.839)) / (301.133 / (301.133 + 1547.472))
=0.152969 / 0.162897
=0.9391

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)
=(993.847 / 4929.283) / (998.114 / 4998.513)
=0.201621 / 0.199682
=1.0097

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)
=((2195.408 + 1311.11) / 7903.801) / ((1648.716 + 1925.204) / 8324.708)
=0.44365 / 0.429315
=1.0334

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
=(249.333 - 0 - 772.295) / 7903.801
=-0.066166

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.

Symrise AG has a M-score of -2.80 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 -2.80 mean?
Symrise AG (CHIX:SY1D) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.80 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Symrise AG and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Symrise AG ranks #383 out of 1530 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 25%.
Is Symrise AG's Beneish M-Score too high?
Symrise AG's current Beneish M-Score is -2.80. Based on the distribution chart, Symrise AG ranks #383 out of 1530 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Symrise AG has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Symrise AG's Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Symrise AG ranks #383 out of 1530 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Symrise AG in the top 25% 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 Chemicals company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Chemicals 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 Symrise AG and its competitors. Symrise AG's current Beneish M-Score is -2.80. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Symrise AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Symrise AG (CHIX:SY1D) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €88.00, compared to a current price of €76.81 — trading 12.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.80. Symrise AG's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 8 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 Symrise AG (CHIX:SY1D), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.80 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 Symrise AG (CHIX:SY1D) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Symrise AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €76.81 is trading 12.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €88.00. GuruFocus considers Symrise AG to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:SY1D:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.80
  • GF Value™: €88.00 vs. price of €76.81 (12.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:SY1D stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Symrise AG Business Description

Address Muhlenfeldstrasse 1, Holzminden, ST, DEU, 37603
Symrise is a global supplier of ingredients for fragrances and flavourings across the food, beverage, household products, and pharmaceutical industries. With an estimated 12% market share, it is the world's fourth-largest supplier of fragrances and flavourings. The company was created after a 2003 merger of two companies that originated in 1874 and 1919. With almost 13,000 employees, Symrise produces 35,000 products sourced from 10,000 mostly natural raw materials such as vanilla, citrus, blossoms, and plant or animal materials for more than 6,000 customers.
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