AutoCanada (FRA:31K) Beneish M-Score: -2.37 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


FRA:31K AutoCanada Inc FRA:31K
76 GF Score
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GF Value €11.63
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What is AutoCanada Beneish M-Score?

AutoCanada FRA:31K 76 Beneish M-Score is -2.37 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:31K with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of €11.63. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,273 Vehicles & Parts companies, AutoCanada ranks worse than 64.02% 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 -2.37 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:31K' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.2   Med: -2.53   Max: -1.72
Current: -2.37

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of AutoCanada was -1.72. The lowest was -3.20. And the median was -2.53.


AutoCanada Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for AutoCanada'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.

AutoCanada Beneish M-Score Chart

AutoCanada 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 -2.25 -2.08 -2.52 -2.92 -2.65

AutoCanada 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 -2.82 -2.81 -2.71 -2.65 -2.37

FRA:31K vs CVNA, PAG, ALTB: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, AutoCanada'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.


AutoCanada Beneish M-Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, AutoCanada's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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AutoCanada 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 AutoCanada 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 * 1.1608+0.528 * 1.0595+0.404 * 1.0185+0.892 * 0.8599+0.115 * 1.1682
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9573+4.679 * 0.004935-0.327 * 1.0037
=-2.37

* 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 €131 Mil.
Revenue was 749.596 + 691.226 + 739.946 + 848.858 = €3,030 Mil.
Gross Profit was 106.601 + 107.699 + 115.422 + 142.957 = €473 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €924 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,799 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €410 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €33 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €364 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €865 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €588 Mil.
Net Income was 3.076 + -8.42 + 9.917 + 11.01 = €16 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 2.69 + 0.64 + -3.188 + -0.772 = €-1 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 4.273 + 5.765 + -15.123 + 12.421 = €7 Mil.
Total Receivables was €131 Mil.
Revenue was 799.034 + 848.512 + 939.528 + 936.219 = €3,523 Mil.
Gross Profit was 127.601 + 144.867 + 160.291 + 149.642 = €582 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €988 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,892 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €424 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €41 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €442 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €931 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €592 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)
=(131.055 / 3029.626) / (131.302 / 3523.293)
=0.043258 / 0.037267
=1.1608

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)
=(582.401 / 3523.293) / (472.679 / 3029.626)
=0.1653 / 0.156019
=1.0595

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 - (923.927 + 409.879) / 1798.678) / (1 - (987.986 + 423.748) / 1891.811)
=0.258452 / 0.253766
=1.0185

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
=3029.626 / 3523.293
=0.8599

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))
=(40.54 / (40.54 + 423.748)) / (33.11 / (33.11 + 409.879))
=0.087316 / 0.074742
=1.1682

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)
=(363.597 / 3029.626) / (441.688 / 3523.293)
=0.120014 / 0.125362
=0.9573

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)
=((588.422 + 865.436) / 1798.678) / ((592.031 + 931.433) / 1891.811)
=0.808293 / 0.805294
=1.0037

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
=(15.583 - -0.63 - 7.336) / 1798.678
=0.004935

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.

AutoCanada has a M-score of -2.37 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 -2.37 mean?
AutoCanada (FRA:31K) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.37 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on AutoCanada and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, AutoCanada ranks #815 out of 1273 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 64%.
Is AutoCanada's Beneish M-Score too high?
AutoCanada's current Beneish M-Score is -2.37. Based on the distribution chart, AutoCanada ranks #815 out of 1273 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, AutoCanada has a GF Score™ of 76/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AutoCanada's Beneish M-Score compare to CVNA and PAG?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, AutoCanada ranks #815 out of 1273 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places AutoCanada 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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 AutoCanada and its competitors. AutoCanada's current Beneish M-Score is -2.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AutoCanada stock overvalued right now?
AutoCanada (FRA:31K) has a current Beneish M-Score of -2.37. The stock's GF Value™ is €11.63, compared to a current price of €13.20 — trading 13.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.37. AutoCanada's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 4 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 AutoCanada (FRA:31K), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.37 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 AutoCanada (FRA:31K) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AutoCanada stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €13.20 is trading 13.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €11.63.

Key valuation signals for FRA:31K:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.37
  • GF Value™: €11.63 vs. price of €13.20 (13.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:31K stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


AutoCanada Business Description

Other Exchanges AOCIF:USAACQ:Canada
Address 15511 123 Avenue NW, Suite 200, Edmonton, AB, CAN, T5V 0C3
AutoCanada Inc operates car dealerships in Canada. The company offers a diversified range of automotive products and services, including new vehicles, used vehicles, vehicle leasing, vehicle parts, vehicle maintenance and collision repair services, extended service contracts, vehicle protection products, after-market products, and auction services. In addition, it also arranges financing and insurance for vehicle purchases by its customers through third-party finance and insurance sources. Maximum revenue for the company is generated through the sale of used cars. The company's reportable segments are Canadian Operations and U.S. Operations. A majority of its revenue is generated from its Canadian operations segment.
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