Kyokuyo Co (FRA:KYK) Beneish M-Score: -2.14 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


FRA:KYK Kyokuyo Co Ltd FRA:KYK
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Price €23.40
GF Value €25.37
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What is Kyokuyo Co Beneish M-Score?

Kyokuyo Co FRA:KYK 70 Beneish M-Score is -2.14 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:KYK with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of €25.37 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,849 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Kyokuyo Co ranks worse than 73.82% 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 -2.14 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:KYK' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.84   Med: -2.27   Max: -2.01
Current: -2.14

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Kyokuyo Co was -2.01. The lowest was -2.84. And the median was -2.27.


Kyokuyo Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kyokuyo Co'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.

Kyokuyo Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Kyokuyo Co 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 -2.51 -2.01 -2.26 -2.30 -2.14

Kyokuyo Co 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 -2.30 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.14

FRA:KYK vs KHC, GIS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Kyokuyo Co'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.


Kyokuyo Co Beneish M-Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Kyokuyo Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Kyokuyo Co 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 Kyokuyo Co 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 * 0.9603+0.528 * 1.0379+0.404 * 1.2563+0.892 * 0.9711+0.115 * 0.8826
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9983+4.679 * 0.035429-0.327 * 0.9933
=-2.26

* 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 €214 Mil.
Revenue was €1,824 Mil.
Gross Profit was €225 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €854 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,167 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €158 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €17 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €167 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €539 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €168 Mil.
Net Income was €37 Mil.
Gross Profit was €0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was €-4 Mil.
Total Receivables was €229 Mil.
Revenue was €1,878 Mil.
Gross Profit was €241 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €833 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,130 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €177 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €17 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €172 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €465 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €223 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)
=(213.75 / 1824.013) / (229.206 / 1878.334)
=0.117187 / 0.122026
=0.9603

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)
=(240.897 / 1878.334) / (225.382 / 1824.013)
=0.12825 / 0.123564
=1.0379

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 - (854.214 + 157.788) / 1167.19) / (1 - (833.159 + 177.389) / 1130.155)
=0.132959 / 0.105832
=1.2563

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
=1824.013 / 1878.334
=0.9711

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))
=(16.761 / (16.761 + 177.389)) / (17.106 / (17.106 + 157.788))
=0.08633 / 0.097808
=0.8826

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)
=(166.881 / 1824.013) / (172.139 / 1878.334)
=0.091491 / 0.091645
=0.9983

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)
=((167.562 + 538.692) / 1167.19) / ((223.05 + 465.393) / 1130.155)
=0.605089 / 0.609158
=0.9933

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
=(37.291 - 0 - -4.061) / 1167.19
=0.035429

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.

Kyokuyo Co has a M-score of -2.26 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 -2.14 mean?
Kyokuyo Co (FRA:KYK) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.14 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Kyokuyo Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Kyokuyo Co ranks #1365 out of 1849 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 73.8%.
Is Kyokuyo Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Kyokuyo Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.14. Based on the distribution chart, Kyokuyo Co ranks #1365 out of 1849 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Kyokuyo Co has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kyokuyo Co's Beneish M-Score compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Kyokuyo Co ranks #1365 out of 1849 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Kyokuyo Co 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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 Kyokuyo Co and its competitors. Kyokuyo Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kyokuyo Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kyokuyo Co (FRA:KYK) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €25.37, compared to a current price of €23.40 — trading 7.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.14. Kyokuyo Co's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Kyokuyo Co (FRA:KYK), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.14 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 Kyokuyo Co (FRA:KYK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kyokuyo Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €23.40 is trading 7.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €25.37. GuruFocus considers Kyokuyo Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:KYK:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.14
  • GF Value™: €25.37 vs. price of €23.40 (7.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Kyokuyo Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 1301:Japan
Address Kokusai Sanno Building, 3-5, 3-chome, Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 107-0052
Kyokuyo Co Ltd is a Japan-based food company focusing on marine products. The firm is mainly engaged in procurement, processing and sales of marine food products. Its business activities are divided into five business segments including fisheries trading business, bonito business, frozen food business, room temperature food business and logistics service business. It sells its products to domestic sushi rolls, restaurants, pubs, supermarkets for fish farms and prepared foods, convenience stores, business establishments meals and elderly facilities.
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