Nexteer Automotive Group (FRA:8NX) Beneish M-Score: -2.79 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


FRA:8NX Nexteer Automotive Group Ltd FRA:8NX
59 GF Score
Price €0.41
GF Value €0.56
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Nexteer Automotive Group Beneish M-Score?

Nexteer Automotive Group FRA:8NX -3.72% 59 Beneish M-Score is -2.79 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:8NX with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of €0.56 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,274 Vehicles & Parts companies, Nexteer Automotive Group ranks better than 73.55% 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 -2.79 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:8NX' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.09   Med: -2.8   Max: -2.48
Current: -2.79

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Nexteer Automotive Group was -2.48. The lowest was -3.09. And the median was -2.80.


Nexteer Automotive Group Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nexteer Automotive Group'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.

Nexteer Automotive Group Beneish M-Score Chart

Nexteer Automotive Group 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 -2.48 -2.56 -2.94 -3.09 -2.79

Nexteer Automotive Group Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 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 -2.94 0.00 -3.09 0.00 -2.79

FRA:8NX vs ORLY, AZO: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Nexteer Automotive Group'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.


Nexteer Automotive Group Beneish M-Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

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

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


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Nexteer Automotive Group 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 Nexteer Automotive Group 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 * 1.0926+0.528 * 0.9194+0.404 * 0.9217+0.892 * 0.9587+0.115 * 1.0243
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0705+4.679 * -0.080342-0.327 * 0.9895
=-2.89

* 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 (Dec24) TTM:
Total Receivables was €978 Mil.
Revenue was €3,915 Mil.
Gross Profit was €447 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €1,666 Mil.
Total Assets was €3,220 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €901 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €243 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €165 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €1,065 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €59 Mil.
Net Income was €87 Mil.
Gross Profit was €0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was €346 Mil.
Total Receivables was €933 Mil.
Revenue was €4,084 Mil.
Gross Profit was €428 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €1,609 Mil.
Total Assets was €3,323 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €983 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €274 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €161 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €1,101 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €72 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)
=(977.541 / 3914.921) / (933.276 / 4083.662)
=0.249696 / 0.228539
=1.0926

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)
=(428.334 / 4083.662) / (446.646 / 3914.921)
=0.10489 / 0.114088
=0.9194

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 - (1666.006 + 901.07) / 3220.005) / (1 - (1608.529 + 983.1) / 3322.581)
=0.202773 / 0.219995
=0.9217

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
=3914.921 / 4083.662
=0.9587

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))
=(273.822 / (273.822 + 983.1)) / (243.405 / (243.405 + 901.07))
=0.217851 / 0.212678
=1.0243

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)
=(164.731 / 3914.921) / (160.521 / 4083.662)
=0.042078 / 0.039308
=1.0705

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)
=((59.441 + 1065.161) / 3220.005) / ((72.174 + 1100.523) / 3322.581)
=0.349255 / 0.352948
=0.9895

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
=(87.111 - 0 - 345.813) / 3220.005
=-0.080342

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.

Nexteer Automotive Group has a M-score of -2.89 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 -2.79 mean?
Nexteer Automotive Group (FRA:8NX) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.79 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Nexteer Automotive Group and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Nexteer Automotive Group ranks #337 out of 1274 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 26.5%.
Is Nexteer Automotive Group's Beneish M-Score too high?
Nexteer Automotive Group's current Beneish M-Score is -2.79. Based on the distribution chart, Nexteer Automotive Group ranks #337 out of 1274 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Nexteer Automotive Group has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nexteer Automotive Group's Beneish M-Score compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Nexteer Automotive Group ranks #337 out of 1274 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Nexteer Automotive Group 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 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 Nexteer Automotive Group and its competitors. Nexteer Automotive Group's current Beneish M-Score is -2.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nexteer Automotive Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nexteer Automotive Group (FRA:8NX) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.56, compared to a current price of €0.41 — trading 26.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.79. Nexteer Automotive Group's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 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 Nexteer Automotive Group (FRA:8NX), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.79 as of Jun. 27, 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 Nexteer Automotive Group (FRA:8NX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nexteer Automotive Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €0.41 is trading 26.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €0.56. GuruFocus considers Nexteer Automotive Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:8NX:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.79
  • GF Value™: €0.56 vs. price of €0.41 (26.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:8NX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Nexteer Automotive Group Business Description

Other Exchanges NTXVF:USA01316:Hong Kong
Address 1272 Doris Road, Auburn Hills, MI, USA, 48326
Nexteer Automotive Group Ltd offers steering and driveline systems. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes steering and driveline systems and components, mainly for automotive OEMs. It continues to develop braking technology that will be instrumental to the software-defined chassis. The company's customers are automakers like BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Ford, GM, and Toyota, as well as automakers in India, South America, and China. The Group classifies its businesses into three reportable segments: North America, Asia Pacific, and Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America (EMEASA). All of the Group's operating segments typically offer the same steering and driveline products; the majority are derived from North America.
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