Bukit Sembawang Estates (FRA:B1W1) Beneish M-Score: -3.03 (As of Aug. 12, 2026)

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FRA:B1W1 Bukit Sembawang Estates Ltd FRA:B1W1
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What is Bukit Sembawang Estates Beneish M-Score?

Bukit Sembawang Estates FRA:B1W1 -0.67% 75 Beneish M-Score is -3.03 as of Aug. 12, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:B1W1 with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of €2.34. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,677 Real Estate companies, Bukit Sembawang Estates ranks better than 84.73% 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 -3.03 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:B1W1' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.63   Med: -2.67   Max: 75.85
Current: -3.03

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Bukit Sembawang Estates was 75.85. The lowest was -3.63. And the median was -2.67.


Bukit Sembawang Estates Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Bukit Sembawang Estates'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.

Bukit Sembawang Estates Beneish M-Score Chart

Bukit Sembawang Estates Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -3.63 9.64 2.78 -2.31 -3.03

Bukit Sembawang Estates Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 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 2.78 0.00 -2.31 0.00 -3.03

Bukit Sembawang Estates Beneish M-Score Competitor Comparison

For the Real Estate - Development subindustry, Bukit Sembawang Estates'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.


Bukit Sembawang Estates Beneish M-Score vs Real Estate Industry

For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, Bukit Sembawang Estates's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Bukit Sembawang Estates 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 Bukit Sembawang Estates 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 * 1.1816+0.528 * 0.5036+0.404 * 0.5749+0.892 * 0.6133+0.115 * 0.9895
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.6002+4.679 * 0.216126-0.327 * 3.6243
=-3.04

* 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 €186.6 Mil.
Revenue was €233.6 Mil.
Gross Profit was €111.3 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €1,254.5 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,400.2 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €144.0 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €3.2 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €7.9 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €93.3 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €156.0 Mil.
Net Income was €87.0 Mil.
Gross Profit was €0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was €-215.7 Mil.
Total Receivables was €257.6 Mil.
Revenue was €380.9 Mil.
Gross Profit was €91.4 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €1,024.6 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,174.7 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €147.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €3.2 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €8.1 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €57.4 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €0.3 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)
=(186.645 / 233.591) / (257.566 / 380.888)
=0.799025 / 0.676225
=1.1816

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)
=(91.386 / 380.888) / (111.283 / 233.591)
=0.239929 / 0.476401
=0.5036

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 - (1254.497 + 144.011) / 1400.206) / (1 - (1024.56 + 147.629) / 1174.668)
=0.001213 / 0.00211
=0.5749

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
=233.591 / 380.888
=0.6133

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))
=(3.236 / (3.236 + 147.629)) / (3.191 / (3.191 + 144.011))
=0.02145 / 0.021678
=0.9895

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)
=(7.914 / 233.591) / (8.064 / 380.888)
=0.03388 / 0.021172
=1.6002

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)
=((156.036 + 93.306) / 1400.206) / ((0.329 + 57.386) / 1174.668)
=0.178075 / 0.049133
=3.6243

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
=(86.962 - 0 - -215.659) / 1400.206
=0.216126

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.

Bukit Sembawang Estates has a M-score of -3.04 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 -3.03 mean?
Bukit Sembawang Estates (FRA:B1W1) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.03 as of Aug. 12, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Bukit Sembawang Estates and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Bukit Sembawang Estates ranks #256 out of 1677 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 15.3%.
Is Bukit Sembawang Estates' Beneish M-Score too high?
Bukit Sembawang Estates' current Beneish M-Score is -3.03. Based on the distribution chart, Bukit Sembawang Estates ranks #256 out of 1677 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Bukit Sembawang Estates has a GF Score™ of 75/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bukit Sembawang Estates' Beneish M-Score compare to competitors?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, Bukit Sembawang Estates ranks #256 out of 1677 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Bukit Sembawang Estates in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Real Estate company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Real Estate 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 Bukit Sembawang Estates and its competitors. Bukit Sembawang Estates's current Beneish M-Score is -3.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bukit Sembawang Estates stock overvalued right now?
Bukit Sembawang Estates (FRA:B1W1) has a current Beneish M-Score of -3.03. The stock's GF Value™ is €2.34, compared to a current price of €2.96 — trading 26.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.03. Bukit Sembawang Estates' overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 7 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 Bukit Sembawang Estates (FRA:B1W1), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.03 as of Aug. 12, 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 Bukit Sembawang Estates (FRA:B1W1) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bukit Sembawang Estates stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €2.96 is trading 26.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €2.34.

Key valuation signals for FRA:B1W1:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.03
  • GF Value™: €2.34 vs. price of €2.96 (26.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:B1W1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Bukit Sembawang Estates Business Description

Other Exchanges B61:Singapore
Address 2 Bukit Merah Central, No. 13-01, Singapore, SGP, 159835
Bukit Sembawang Estates Ltd is an investment holding company. The principal activities of the group are those relating to investment holding, property development, and the operation of serviced apartments. The company's portfolio includes landed homes, private condominiums, and apartments. Its reportable segments are: Property development, Investment holding. and Hospitality. The maximum revenue is generated from its Property development segment, which is engaged in the development of residential properties for sale. Geographically, the group operates only in Singapore.
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