Japan Logistics Fund (FRA:8UT) Beneish M-Score: -2.46 (As of Jun. 30, 2026)


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What is Japan Logistics Fund Beneish M-Score?

Japan Logistics Fund FRA:8UT 60 Beneish M-Score is -2.46 as of Jun. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:8UT with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of €541.18. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 764 REITs companies, Japan Logistics Fund ranks worse than 52.88% 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 -2.46 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:8UT' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.79   Med: -2.47   Max: -1.33
Current: -2.46

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Japan Logistics Fund was -1.33. The lowest was -2.79. And the median was -2.47.


Japan Logistics Fund Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Japan Logistics Fund'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.

Japan Logistics Fund Beneish M-Score Chart

Japan Logistics Fund Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
Beneish M-Score
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Japan Logistics Fund Semi-Annual Data
Jul16 Jan17 Jul17 Jan18 Jul18 Jan19 Jul19 Jan20 Jul20 Jan21 Jul21 Jan22 Jul22 Jan23 Jul23 Jan24 Jul24 Jan25 Jul25 Jan26
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FRA:8UT vs PLD, PSA, EXR: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the REIT - Industrial subindustry, Japan Logistics Fund'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.


Japan Logistics Fund Beneish M-Score vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Japan Logistics Fund's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Japan Logistics Fund 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 Japan Logistics Fund 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 * 0.7589+0.528 * 0.9592+0.404 * 1.7823+0.892 * 1.0675+0.115 * 1.0089
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0237+4.679 * -0.023112-0.327 * 1.0114
=-2.46

* 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 (Jul25) TTM:Last Year (Jul24) TTM:
Total Receivables was €2.6 Mil.
Revenue was €130.4 Mil.
Gross Profit was €86.1 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €89.7 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,581.4 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €1,488.0 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €21.6 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €12.5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €109.7 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €612.5 Mil.
Net Income was €67.0 Mil.
Gross Profit was €0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was €103.5 Mil.
Total Receivables was €3.2 Mil.
Revenue was €122.1 Mil.
Gross Profit was €77.4 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €95.2 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,602.8 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €1,505.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €22.0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €11.5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €61.2 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €662.6 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)
=(2.599 / 130.352) / (3.208 / 122.112)
=0.019938 / 0.026271
=0.7589

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)
=(77.397 / 122.112) / (86.132 / 130.352)
=0.63382 / 0.660765
=0.9592

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 - (89.729 + 1488.02) / 1581.374) / (1 - (95.171 + 1505.595) / 1602.828)
=0.002292 / 0.001286
=1.7823

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
=130.352 / 122.112
=1.0675

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))
=(22.021 / (22.021 + 1505.595)) / (21.569 / (21.569 + 1488.02))
=0.014415 / 0.014288
=1.0089

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)
=(12.524 / 130.352) / (11.461 / 122.112)
=0.096078 / 0.093856
=1.0237

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)
=((612.47 + 109.749) / 1581.374) / ((662.593 + 61.193) / 1602.828)
=0.456703 / 0.451568
=1.0114

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
=(66.972 - 0 - 103.521) / 1581.374
=-0.023112

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.

Japan Logistics Fund has a M-score of -2.46 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 -2.46 mean?
Japan Logistics Fund (FRA:8UT) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.46 as of Jun. 30, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Japan Logistics Fund and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Japan Logistics Fund ranks #404 out of 764 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 52.9%.
Is Japan Logistics Fund's Beneish M-Score too high?
Japan Logistics Fund's current Beneish M-Score is -2.46. Based on the distribution chart, Japan Logistics Fund ranks #404 out of 764 companies in the REITs industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Japan Logistics Fund has a GF Score™ of 60/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Japan Logistics Fund's Beneish M-Score compare to PLD and PSA?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Japan Logistics Fund ranks #404 out of 764 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Japan Logistics Fund 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 REITs company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the REITs 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 Japan Logistics Fund and its competitors. Japan Logistics Fund's current Beneish M-Score is -2.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Japan Logistics Fund stock overvalued right now?
Japan Logistics Fund (FRA:8UT) has a current Beneish M-Score of -2.46. The stock's GF Value™ is €541.18, compared to a current price of €510.00 — trading 5.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.46. Japan Logistics Fund's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 3 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 Japan Logistics Fund (FRA:8UT), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.46 as of Jun. 30, 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 Japan Logistics Fund (FRA:8UT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Japan Logistics Fund stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €510.00 is trading 5.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €541.18.

Key valuation signals for FRA:8UT:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.46
  • GF Value™: €541.18 vs. price of €510.00 (5.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Japan Logistics Fund Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Other Exchanges 8967:Japan
Address 3-2-1, Nishikanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 101-0065
Japan Logistics Fund Inc is a Real Estate Investment Trust dedicated to investing in logistics properties. Its investment targets shall be real estate used for logistics facilities. The real estate used for data centers and other telecommunication facilities and real estate that is not being used for logistics facilities at the time of acquisition but may be constructed, converted or redeveloped to be used for logistics facilities.
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