CIB (Grupo Cibest) Beneish M-Score: -2.46 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


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What is Grupo Cibest Beneish M-Score?

Grupo Cibest CIB +1.34% 81 Beneish M-Score is -2.46 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates CIB with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $59.23 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,396 Banks companies, Grupo Cibest ranks better than 62.32% on this metric.

Note: Financial institutions were excluded from the sample in Beneish paper when calculating Beneish M-Score. Thus, the prediction might not fit banks and insurance companies.

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 -2.46 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

CIB' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.74   Med: -2.32   Max: 13.54
Current: -2.46

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Grupo Cibest was 13.54. The lowest was -2.74. And the median was -2.32.

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Grupo Cibest 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 Grupo Cibest 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 * 1.0245+0.528 * 1+0.404 * 1.0033+0.892 * 1.1508+0.115 * 0.9238
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0311+4.679 * -0.022287-0.327 * 0.6855
=-2.34

* 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 $7,523 Mil.
Revenue was 2011.41 + 1617.965 + 1873.919 + 1768.441 = $7,272 Mil.
Gross Profit was 2011.41 + 1617.965 + 1873.919 + 1768.441 = $7,272 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $0 Mil.
Total Assets was $105,883 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $1,817 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $272 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $2,774 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $4,910 Mil.
Net Income was 396.467 + -495.243 + 547.105 + 443.893 = $892 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = $0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 196.279 + 1849.105 + -344.192 + 1550.879 = $3,252 Mil.
 Total Receivables was $6,381 Mil.
Revenue was 1615.184 + 1212.036 + 1673.32 + 1818.539 = $6,319 Mil.
Gross Profit was 1615.184 + 1212.036 + 1673.32 + 1818.539 = $6,319 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $0 Mil.
Total Assets was $88,255 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $1,802 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $246 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $2,338 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $5,971 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)
=(7523.225 / 7271.735) / (6381.093 / 6319.079)
=1.034585 / 1.009814
=1.0245

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)
=(6319.079 / 6319.079) / (7271.735 / 7271.735)
=1 / 1
=1

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 - (0 + 1816.638) / 105882.739) / (1 - (0 + 1801.79) / 88255.043)
=0.982843 / 0.979584
=1.0033

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
=7271.735 / 6319.079
=1.1508

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))
=(246.154 / (246.154 + 1801.79)) / (271.717 / (271.717 + 1816.638))
=0.120196 / 0.130111
=0.9238

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)
=(2774.474 / 7271.735) / (2338.284 / 6319.079)
=0.381542 / 0.370036
=1.0311

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)
=((4910.484 + 0) / 105882.739) / ((5971.051 + 0) / 88255.043)
=0.046377 / 0.067657
=0.6855

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
=(892.222 - 0 - 3252.071) / 105882.739
=-0.022287

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.

Grupo Cibest has a M-score of -2.34 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 -2.46 mean?
Grupo Cibest (CIB) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.46 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Grupo Cibest and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Grupo Cibest ranks #526 out of 1396 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 37.7%.
Is Grupo Cibest's Beneish M-Score too high?
Grupo Cibest's current Beneish M-Score is -2.46. Based on the distribution chart, Grupo Cibest ranks #526 out of 1396 companies in the Banks industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Grupo Cibest has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Grupo Cibest's Beneish M-Score compare to PNC?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Grupo Cibest ranks #526 out of 1396 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Grupo Cibest 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 Banks company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Banks 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 Grupo Cibest and its competitors. Grupo Cibest's current Beneish M-Score is -2.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Grupo Cibest stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Grupo Cibest (CIB) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $59.23, compared to a current price of $80.35 — trading 35.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.46. Grupo Cibest's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 Grupo Cibest (CIB), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.46 as of Jun. 25, 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 Grupo Cibest (CIB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Grupo Cibest stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $80.35 is trading 35.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $59.23. GuruFocus considers Grupo Cibest to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CIB:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.46
  • GF Value™: $59.23 vs. price of $80.35 (35.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Grupo Cibest Business Description

Address Avenida Los Industriales, Carrera 48 No. 26-85, Medellin, COL
Grupo Cibest SA is a full service financial group offering a broad range of financial products and services to a diversified individual and corporate clients through subsidiaries. Its network also includes offshore banking subsidiaries in Panama and Puerto Rico, as well as other adjacent businesses. Its products and services include Savings and Investment, Financing, Factoring, Financial and Operating Leases, Capital Markets, Trading, Cash Management, Foreign Currency and Trade Finance, Bancassurance and Insurance, Investment Banking, Trust and Fiduciary Services, Mortgage Lending Business, among others. Its segments include Banking Colombia, Banking El Salvador, Banking Guatemala, International Banking, Leases, All Other and Banking Panama.
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