Amplify Energy (FRA:2OQ) Beneish M-Score: -3.15 (As of Jul. 03, 2026)


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What is Amplify Energy Beneish M-Score?

Amplify Energy FRA:2OQ -0.06% 69 Beneish M-Score is -3.15 as of Jul. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:2OQ with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of €3.21. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 822 Oil & Gas companies, Amplify Energy ranks better than 77.62% 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 -3.15 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:2OQ' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.63   Med: -2.87   Max: 6.69
Current: -3.15

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Amplify Energy was 6.69. The lowest was -4.63. And the median was -2.87.


Amplify Energy Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Amplify Energy'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.

Amplify Energy Beneish M-Score Chart

Amplify Energy 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 -1.17 -0.76 3.18 -2.60 -3.12

Amplify Energy 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 -2.84 -2.93 -2.79 -3.12 -3.15

FRA:2OQ vs EPSN, SJT, EPM: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Amplify Energy'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.


Amplify Energy Beneish M-Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Amplify Energy's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Amplify Energy 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 Amplify Energy 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 * 0.7091+0.528 * 1.3071+0.404 * 1.3007+0.892 * 0.7297+0.115 * 0.6027
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.7221+4.679 * -0.10467-0.327 * 0.4736
=-3.19

* 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 €17.2 Mil.
Revenue was 32.406 + 48.297 + 56.569 + 59.269 = €196.5 Mil.
Gross Profit was 7.691 + 15.468 + 14.094 + 13.223 = €50.5 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €73.8 Mil.
Total Assets was €502.7 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €179.0 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €25.5 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €43.1 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €63.5 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €2.0 Mil.
Net Income was -32.97 + 55.007 + -17.863 + 5.535 = €9.7 Mil.
Non Operating Income was -38.991 + 86.085 + -21.602 + 12.44 = €37.9 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 3.87 + -11.476 + 11.458 + 20.538 = €24.4 Mil.
Total Receivables was €33.2 Mil.
Revenue was 66.646 + 65.915 + 62.942 + 73.858 = €269.4 Mil.
Gross Profit was 20.214 + 20.088 + 21.814 + 28.307 = €90.4 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €55.7 Mil.
Total Assets was €697.1 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €375.0 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €30.5 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €34.3 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €72.9 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €119.0 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)
=(17.179 / 196.541) / (33.201 / 269.361)
=0.087407 / 0.123258
=0.7091

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)
=(90.423 / 269.361) / (50.476 / 196.541)
=0.335694 / 0.256822
=1.3071

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 - (73.76 + 178.981) / 502.657) / (1 - (55.675 + 374.979) / 697.116)
=0.49719 / 0.382235
=1.3007

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
=196.541 / 269.361
=0.7297

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))
=(30.467 / (30.467 + 374.979)) / (25.492 / (25.492 + 178.981))
=0.075144 / 0.124672
=0.6027

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)
=(43.052 / 196.541) / (34.262 / 269.361)
=0.219048 / 0.127197
=1.7221

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)
=((2.025 + 63.527) / 502.657) / ((119.019 + 72.949) / 697.116)
=0.130411 / 0.275375
=0.4736

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
=(9.709 - 37.932 - 24.39) / 502.657
=-0.10467

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.

Amplify Energy has a M-score of -3.19 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 -3.15 mean?
Amplify Energy (FRA:2OQ) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.15 as of Jul. 03, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Amplify Energy and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Amplify Energy ranks #184 out of 822 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 22.4%.
Is Amplify Energy's Beneish M-Score too high?
Amplify Energy's current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. Based on the distribution chart, Amplify Energy ranks #184 out of 822 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Amplify Energy has a GF Score™ of 69/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Amplify Energy's Beneish M-Score compare to EPSN and SJT?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Amplify Energy ranks #184 out of 822 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Amplify Energy in the top 22% 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 an Oil & Gas company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Oil & Gas 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 Amplify Energy and its competitors. Amplify Energy's current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Amplify Energy stock overvalued right now?
Amplify Energy (FRA:2OQ) has a current Beneish M-Score of -3.15. The stock's GF Value™ is €3.21, compared to a current price of €3.41 — trading 6.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. Amplify Energy's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 2 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 Amplify Energy (FRA:2OQ), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.15 as of Jul. 03, 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 Amplify Energy (FRA:2OQ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Amplify Energy stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €3.41 is trading 6.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of €3.21.

Key valuation signals for FRA:2OQ:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.15
  • GF Value™: €3.21 vs. price of €3.41 (6.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:2OQ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Amplify Energy Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges AMPY:USA2OQ:Germany
Address 500 Dallas Street, Suite 1700, Houston, TX, USA, 77002
Amplify Energy Corp is an independent oil and natural gas company engaged in the acquisition, development, exploitation, and production of oil and natural gas properties in the United States. The companies oil and natural gas properties are located in large, mature oil and natural gas reservoirs. The company assets consists of producing oil and natural gas properties located in Oklahoma, the Rockies, federal waters offshore Southern California, East Texas/North Louisiana and Eagle Ford.
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