Agree Realty (FRA:AGL) Beneish M-Score: -2.44 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


FRA:AGL Agree Realty Corp FRA:AGL
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Price €67.20
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What is Agree Realty Beneish M-Score?

Agree Realty FRA:AGL +0.90% 90 Beneish M-Score is -2.44 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:AGL with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of €68.02 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 764 REITs companies, Agree Realty ranks worse than 54.58% 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 -2.44 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:AGL' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.51   Med: -2.31   Max: -1.93
Current: -2.44

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Agree Realty was -1.93. The lowest was -2.51. And the median was -2.31.


Agree Realty Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Agree Realty'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.

Agree Realty Beneish M-Score Chart

Agree Realty 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 -2.22 -2.37 -2.39 -2.39 -2.50

Agree Realty 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 -2.50 -2.51 -2.47 -2.50 -2.44

FRA:AGL vs NNN, BRX, FRT: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the REIT - Retail subindustry, Agree Realty'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.


Agree Realty Beneish M-Score vs REITs Industry

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

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


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Agree Realty 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 Agree Realty 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 * 1.053+0.528 * 1.0034+0.404 * 0.9974+0.892 * 1.0912+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9881+4.679 * -0.029491-0.327 * 1.0797
=-2.51

* 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 €112.1 Mil.
Revenue was 173.698 + 162.678 + 156.105 + 152.182 = €644.7 Mil.
Gross Profit was 152.157 + 142.185 + 137.385 + 133.282 = €565.0 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €139.1 Mil.
Total Assets was €8,805.9 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €0.0 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €248.2 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €38.5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €161.1 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €3,248.1 Mil.
Net Income was 53.674 + 47.856 + 44.404 + 42.655 = €188.6 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0.842 + 0.722 + -1.251 + -1.218 = €-0.9 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 125.56 + 95.063 + 124.834 + 103.732 = €449.2 Mil.
Total Receivables was €97.6 Mil.
Revenue was 156.473 + 153.501 + 139.053 + 141.742 = €590.8 Mil.
Gross Profit was 137.622 + 134.051 + 122.501 + 125.37 = €519.5 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €107.9 Mil.
Total Assets was €8,140.5 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €0.0 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €229.9 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €35.7 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €146.3 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €2,772.7 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)
=(112.119 / 644.663) / (97.574 / 590.769)
=0.173919 / 0.165164
=1.053

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)
=(519.544 / 590.769) / (565.009 / 644.663)
=0.879437 / 0.876441
=1.0034

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 - (139.111 + 0) / 8805.91) / (1 - (107.905 + 0) / 8140.534)
=0.984203 / 0.986745
=0.9974

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
=644.663 / 590.769
=1.0912

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))
=(229.931 / (229.931 + 0)) / (248.221 / (248.221 + 0))
=1 / 1
=1

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)
=(38.484 / 644.663) / (35.69 / 590.769)
=0.059696 / 0.060413
=0.9881

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)
=((3248.149 + 161.088) / 8805.91) / ((2772.653 + 146.329) / 8140.534)
=0.387153 / 0.358574
=1.0797

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
=(188.589 - -0.905 - 449.189) / 8805.91
=-0.029491

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.

Agree Realty has a M-score of -2.51 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 -2.44 mean?
Agree Realty (FRA:AGL) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.44 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Agree Realty and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Agree Realty ranks #417 out of 764 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 54.6%.
Is Agree Realty's Beneish M-Score too high?
Agree Realty's current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. Based on the distribution chart, Agree Realty ranks #417 out of 764 companies in the REITs industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Agree Realty has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Agree Realty's Beneish M-Score compare to NNN and BRX?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Agree Realty ranks #417 out of 764 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Agree Realty 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 Agree Realty and its competitors. Agree Realty's current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Agree Realty stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Agree Realty (FRA:AGL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €68.02, compared to a current price of €67.20 — trading 1.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. Agree Realty's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 with 10 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 Agree Realty (FRA:AGL), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.44 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 Agree Realty (FRA:AGL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Agree Realty stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €67.20 is trading 1.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €68.02. GuruFocus considers Agree Realty to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:AGL:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.44
  • GF Value™: €68.02 vs. price of €67.20 (1.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 10 warning signs

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


Agree Realty Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Address 32301 Woodward Avenue, Royal Oak, MI, USA, 48073
Agree Realty Corporation operates as a fully integrated real estate investment trust mainly focused on the ownership, acquisition, development and management of retail properties net leased to industry-tenants. The Company is mainly in the business of acquiring, developing and managing retail real estate. Some of its properties in the portfolio include Walmart, 7-Eleven, Wawa, Gerber Collision and others.
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