FIRRF (First Tractor Co) Beneish M-Score: -1.40 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


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What is First Tractor Co Beneish M-Score?

First Tractor Co FIRRF 82 Beneish M-Score is -1.40 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates FIRRF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.03. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 205 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, First Tractor Co ranks worse than 89.27% 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.

Warning Sign:

Beneish M-Score -1.4 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

FIRRF' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.56   Med: -2.66   Max: -1.4
Current: -1.4

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of First Tractor Co was -1.40. The lowest was -3.56. And the median was -2.66.


First Tractor Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for First Tractor Co'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.

First Tractor Co Beneish M-Score Chart

First Tractor Co 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 -2.45 -3.37 -2.14 -2.70 -1.40

First Tractor Co Quarterly Data
Dec20 Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Jun25 Sep25 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 -2.28 -2.70 -2.53 -1.22 -1.40

FIRRF vs CAT, DE, PCAR: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, First Tractor Co'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.


First Tractor Co Beneish M-Score vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, First Tractor Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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First Tractor Co 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 First Tractor Co 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 * 0.8212+0.528 * 1.4227+0.404 * 0.8282+0.892 * 0.4236+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * -8.3601+4.679 * -0.008756-0.327 * 0.9085
=-1.41

* 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 (Sep24) TTM:
Total Receivables was $85.6 Mil.
Revenue was 159.031 + 389.536 + 0 + 160.423 = $709.0 Mil.
Gross Profit was 9.202 + 65.137 + 0 + 0.269 = $74.6 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $1,171.0 Mil.
Total Assets was $2,143.6 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $350.1 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $0.0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $-40.7 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $863.0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $61.7 Mil.
Net Income was -25.874 + 31.607 + 0 + -24.569 = $-18.8 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = $0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -24.865 + 97.409 + 0 + -72.612 = $-0.1 Mil.
Total Receivables was $246.0 Mil.
Revenue was 414.042 + 434.303 + 646.516 + 178.756 = $1,673.6 Mil.
Gross Profit was 63.154 + 69.498 + 111.938 + 5.974 = $250.6 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $1,115.1 Mil.
Total Assets was $2,232.9 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $334.9 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $0.0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $11.5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $1,031.9 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $28.3 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)
=(85.587 / 708.99) / (246.025 / 1673.617)
=0.120717 / 0.147002
=0.8212

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)
=(250.564 / 1673.617) / (74.608 / 708.99)
=0.149714 / 0.105231
=1.4227

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 - (1170.974 + 350.07) / 2143.562) / (1 - (1115.07 + 334.854) / 2232.913)
=0.290413 / 0.350658
=0.8282

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
=708.99 / 1673.617
=0.4236

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))
=(0 / (0 + 334.854)) / (0 / (0 + 350.07))
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=(-40.69 / 708.99) / (11.49 / 1673.617)
=-0.057392 / 0.006865
=-8.3601

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)
=((61.684 + 863.012) / 2143.562) / ((28.315 + 1031.902) / 2232.913)
=0.431383 / 0.474813
=0.9085

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
=(-18.836 - 0 - -0.068) / 2143.562
=-0.008756

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.

First Tractor Co has a M-score of -1.41 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beneish M-Score →
What does a Beneish M-Score of -1.40 mean?
First Tractor Co (FIRRF) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.40 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on First Tractor Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, First Tractor Co ranks #183 out of 205 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, placing it in the top 89.3%.
Is First Tractor Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
First Tractor Co's current Beneish M-Score is -1.40. Based on the distribution chart, First Tractor Co ranks #183 out of 205 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, First Tractor Co has a GF Score™ of 82/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does First Tractor Co's Beneish M-Score compare to CAT and DE?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, First Tractor Co ranks #183 out of 205 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places First Tractor Co 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 a Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery 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 First Tractor Co and its competitors. First Tractor Co's current Beneish M-Score is -1.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is First Tractor Co stock overvalued right now?
First Tractor Co (FIRRF) has a current Beneish M-Score of -1.40. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.03, compared to a current price of $0.95 — trading 8.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.40. First Tractor Co's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 7 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 First Tractor Co (FIRRF), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.40 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 First Tractor Co (FIRRF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First Tractor Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.95 is trading 8.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.03.

Key valuation signals for FIRRF:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.40
  • GF Value™: $1.03 vs. price of $0.95 (8.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 7 warning signs

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


First Tractor Co Business Description

Address No. 154 Jianshe Road, Henan Province, Luoyang, CHN, 471004
First Tractor Co Ltd is an agricultural machinery and equipment manufacturing service provider in China. The company focuses on the R&D and manufacturing of medium and largesized tractors and their core components, accelerating the product upgrades towards high-end, intelligent and green technologies. The company has two reportable segments: agricultural machinery segment and power machinery segment. The agricultural machinery segment is responsible for the production and sales of agricultural tractors and harvesters. The power machinery segment is mainly responsible for the production and sales of diesel engines. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Agricultural machinery segment.
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