Planet Fitness (FRA:3PL) Beneish M-Score: -2.42 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


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What is Planet Fitness Beneish M-Score?

Planet Fitness FRA:3PL +3.36% 80 Beneish M-Score is -2.42 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:3PL with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €90.63 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 824 Travel & Leisure companies, Planet Fitness ranks worse than 66.87% 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 -2.42 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:3PL' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.04   Med: -2.67   Max: -1.63
Current: -2.42

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Planet Fitness was -1.63. The lowest was -4.04. And the median was -2.67.


Planet Fitness Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Planet Fitness'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.

Planet Fitness Beneish M-Score Chart

Planet Fitness 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 -2.67 -2.08 -2.89 -2.17 -2.72

Planet Fitness 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 -2.37 -2.17 -2.26 -2.72 -2.42

FRA:3PL vs MAT, YETI, GOLF: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Leisure subindustry, Planet Fitness'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.


Planet Fitness Beneish M-Score vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Planet Fitness's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Planet Fitness 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 Planet Fitness 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 * 1.2989+0.528 * 1.0174+0.404 * 0.944+0.892 * 1.0588+0.115 * 1.0313
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8958+4.679 * -0.06487-0.327 * 1.1099
=-2.48

* 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 €74 Mil.
Revenue was 291.709 + 321.324 + 281.454 + 295.542 = €1,190 Mil.
Gross Profit was 148.333 + 157.945 + 145.666 + 157.137 = €609 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €594 Mil.
Total Assets was €2,686 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €736 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €136 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €118 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €287 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €2,474 Mil.
Net Income was 44.594 + 51.572 + 50.122 + 50.302 = €197 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0.532 + -3.199 + 0.909 + 1.684 = €-0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 127.606 + 93.137 + 112.01 + 38.119 = €371 Mil.
Total Receivables was €54 Mil.
Revenue was 255.912 + 325.13 + 263.314 + 279.574 = €1,124 Mil.
Gross Profit was 139.262 + 158.705 + 139.845 + 147.472 = €585 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €558 Mil.
Total Assets was €2,860 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €773 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €148 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €125 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €266 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €2,384 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)
=(74.029 / 1190.029) / (53.829 / 1123.93)
=0.062208 / 0.047894
=1.2989

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)
=(585.284 / 1123.93) / (609.081 / 1190.029)
=0.520748 / 0.51182
=1.0174

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 - (594.317 + 736.009) / 2685.514) / (1 - (558.324 + 772.884) / 2860.028)
=0.504629 / 0.534547
=0.944

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
=1190.029 / 1123.93
=1.0588

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))
=(147.682 / (147.682 + 772.884)) / (135.587 / (135.587 + 736.009))
=0.160425 / 0.155562
=1.0313

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)
=(118.182 / 1190.029) / (124.604 / 1123.93)
=0.09931 / 0.110865
=0.8958

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)
=((2474.178 + 286.953) / 2685.514) / ((2383.604 + 265.894) / 2860.028)
=1.028157 / 0.926389
=1.1099

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
=(196.59 - -0.074 - 370.872) / 2685.514
=-0.06487

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.

Planet Fitness has a M-score of -2.48 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 -2.42 mean?
Planet Fitness (FRA:3PL) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.42 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Planet Fitness and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Planet Fitness ranks #551 out of 824 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 66.9%.
Is Planet Fitness' Beneish M-Score too high?
Planet Fitness' current Beneish M-Score is -2.42. Based on the distribution chart, Planet Fitness ranks #551 out of 824 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Planet Fitness has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Planet Fitness' Beneish M-Score compare to MAT and YETI?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Planet Fitness ranks #551 out of 824 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Planet Fitness 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 Travel & Leisure company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Travel & Leisure 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 Planet Fitness and its competitors. Planet Fitness's current Beneish M-Score is -2.42. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Planet Fitness stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Planet Fitness (FRA:3PL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €90.63, compared to a current price of €46.79 — trading 48.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.42. Planet Fitness' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Planet Fitness (FRA:3PL), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.42 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 Planet Fitness (FRA:3PL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Planet Fitness stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €46.79 is trading 48.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of €90.63. GuruFocus considers Planet Fitness to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:3PL:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.42
  • GF Value™: €90.63 vs. price of €46.79 (48.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:3PL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Planet Fitness Business Description

Address 4 Liberty Lane West, Hampton, NH, USA, 03842
Planet Fitness Inc is a franchisor and operator of fitness centers in the United States. The company's reportable segments are Franchise, Corporate-owned stores, and Equipment. Franchise segment includes operations related to its franchising business in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico and Australia, Corporate-owned stores segment includes operations with respect to all corporate-owned stores throughout the United States and Canada, and The Equipment segment includes the sale of equipment to franchisee-owned stores in the U.S. The firm generates a majority of its revenue from the Corporate-owned stores segment.
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