IMCD NV (FRA:INX) Beneish M-Score: -2.54 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


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What is IMCD NV Beneish M-Score?

IMCD NV FRA:INX +2.62% 89 Beneish M-Score is -2.54 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:INX with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of €141.13 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,530 Chemicals companies, IMCD NV ranks better than 52.42% 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 -2.54 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:INX' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.58   Med: -2.48   Max: -2.25
Current: -2.54

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of IMCD NV was -2.25. The lowest was -2.58. And the median was -2.48.


IMCD NV Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for IMCD NV'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.

IMCD NV Beneish M-Score Chart

IMCD NV 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 -2.25 -2.39 -2.58 -2.42 -2.54

IMCD NV 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 -2.58 0.00 -2.42 0.00 -2.54

FRA:INX vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, IMCD NV'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.


IMCD NV Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, IMCD NV's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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IMCD NV 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 IMCD NV 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 * 1.0343+0.528 * 1.0183+0.404 * 1.0594+0.892 * 1.0108+0.115 * 1.0223
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.081+4.679 * -0.022585-0.327 * 1.0466
=-2.54

* 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 €789 Mil.
Revenue was €4,779 Mil.
Gross Profit was €1,194 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €1,795 Mil.
Total Assets was €4,636 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €159 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €143 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €185 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €1,035 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €1,365 Mil.
Net Income was €218 Mil.
Gross Profit was €0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was €322 Mil.
Total Receivables was €755 Mil.
Revenue was €4,728 Mil.
Gross Profit was €1,202 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €2,069 Mil.
Total Assets was €4,878 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €145 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €137 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €169 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €1,045 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €1,368 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)
=(788.827 / 4778.874) / (754.51 / 4727.602)
=0.165065 / 0.159597
=1.0343

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)
=(1202.396 / 4727.602) / (1193.536 / 4778.874)
=0.254335 / 0.249753
=1.0183

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 - (1795.148 + 158.674) / 4635.872) / (1 - (2068.726 + 145.393) / 4878.261)
=0.578543 / 0.546125
=1.0594

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
=4778.874 / 4727.602
=1.0108

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))
=(136.608 / (136.608 + 145.393)) / (142.918 / (142.918 + 158.674))
=0.484424 / 0.473879
=1.0223

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)
=(184.984 / 4778.874) / (169.285 / 4727.602)
=0.038709 / 0.035808
=1.081

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)
=((1365.134 + 1034.899) / 4635.872) / ((1367.741 + 1045.412) / 4878.261)
=0.517709 / 0.494675
=1.0466

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
=(217.578 - 0 - 322.277) / 4635.872
=-0.022585

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.

IMCD NV has a M-score of -2.54 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 -2.54 mean?
IMCD NV (FRA:INX) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.54 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on IMCD NV and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, IMCD NV ranks #728 out of 1530 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 47.6%.
Is IMCD NV's Beneish M-Score too high?
IMCD NV's current Beneish M-Score is -2.54. Based on the distribution chart, IMCD NV ranks #728 out of 1530 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, IMCD NV has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IMCD NV's Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, IMCD NV ranks #728 out of 1530 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts IMCD NV 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 Chemicals company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Chemicals 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 IMCD NV and its competitors. IMCD NV's current Beneish M-Score is -2.54. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IMCD NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IMCD NV (FRA:INX) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €141.13, compared to a current price of €80.72 — trading 42.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.54. IMCD NV's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 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 IMCD NV (FRA:INX), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.54 as of Jun. 26, 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 IMCD NV (FRA:INX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IMCD NV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €80.72 is trading 42.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €141.13. GuruFocus considers IMCD NV to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:INX:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.54
  • GF Value™: €141.13 vs. price of €80.72 (42.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 4 warning signs

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


IMCD NV Business Description

Address Wilhelminaplein 32, Rotterdam, NLD, 3072 DE
IMCD NV is a distributor and formulator of specialty chemicals and ingredients for industrial and life-science markets. The company's product portfolio consists of two categories: Life Science, which consists of the following lines of business: Pharmaceuticals, Beauty & Personal Care, Food & Nutrition, and Home Care I&I, and the Industrial segment, which contains the lines of business of Coatings & Construction, Lubricants & Energy, Industrial Solutions and Advanced Materials. The company has four operating segments: EMEA, Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Holding companies. It derives a majority of its revenue from the EMEA segment, which includes Europe, Turkiye, Israel, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Africa.
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