Tetra Tech (FRA:TT6) Beneish M-Score: -2.87 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


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What is Tetra Tech Beneish M-Score?

Tetra Tech FRA:TT6 +3.94% 85 Beneish M-Score is -2.87 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:TT6 with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of €29.75. The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,704 Construction companies, Tetra Tech ranks better than 77.05% 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 -2.87 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:TT6' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.88   Med: -2.49   Max: -2.09
Current: -2.87

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Tetra Tech was -2.09. The lowest was -2.88. And the median was -2.49.


Tetra Tech Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Tetra Tech'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.

Tetra Tech Beneish M-Score Chart

Tetra Tech Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.56 -2.64 -2.38 -2.41 -2.43

Tetra Tech 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 -2.18 -2.42 -2.43 -2.60 -2.87

FRA:TT6 vs MYRG, PRIM, ECG: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Tetra Tech'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.


Tetra Tech Beneish M-Score vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Tetra Tech's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Tetra Tech 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 Tetra Tech 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 * 0.9449+0.528 * 0.884+0.404 * 1.0784+0.892 * 0.8704+0.115 * 1.2197
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0756+4.679 * -0.063875-0.327 * 0.8962
=-2.93

* 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 €1,033 Mil.
Revenue was 1055.436 + 1033.906 + 1133.245 + 1187.63 = €4,410 Mil.
Gross Profit was 185.189 + 188.197 + 233.573 + 218.084 = €825 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €1,334 Mil.
Total Assets was €3,773 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €235 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €49 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €308 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €1,063 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €896 Mil.
Net Income was 80.984 + 89.694 + 108.839 + 98.703 = €378 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 4.073 + 12.944 + 8.412 + 0.05 = €25 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 143.023 + 61.716 + 85.922 + 303.101 = €594 Mil.
Total Receivables was €1,256 Mil.
Revenue was 1222.955 + 1356.636 + 1238.401 + 1248.876 = €5,067 Mil.
Gross Profit was 198.118 + 211.511 + 220.993 + 207.327 = €838 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €1,541 Mil.
Total Assets was €3,870 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €233 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €62 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €329 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €1,403 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €839 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)
=(1032.624 / 4410.217) / (1255.521 / 5066.868)
=0.234144 / 0.24779
=0.9449

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)
=(837.949 / 5066.868) / (825.043 / 4410.217)
=0.165378 / 0.187075
=0.884

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 - (1333.846 + 235.188) / 3773.33) / (1 - (1541.215 + 232.681) / 3870.481)
=0.584178 / 0.541686
=1.0784

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
=4410.217 / 5066.868
=0.8704

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))
=(61.573 / (61.573 + 232.681)) / (48.706 / (48.706 + 235.188))
=0.209251 / 0.171564
=1.2197

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)
=(308.224 / 4410.217) / (329.226 / 5066.868)
=0.069889 / 0.064976
=1.0756

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)
=((896.129 + 1062.852) / 3773.33) / ((839.374 + 1402.776) / 3870.481)
=0.519165 / 0.579295
=0.8962

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
=(378.22 - 25.479 - 593.762) / 3773.33
=-0.063875

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.

Tetra Tech has a M-score of -2.93 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 -2.87 mean?
Tetra Tech (FRA:TT6) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.87 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Tetra Tech and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Tetra Tech ranks #391 out of 1704 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 22.9%.
Is Tetra Tech's Beneish M-Score too high?
Tetra Tech's current Beneish M-Score is -2.87. Based on the distribution chart, Tetra Tech ranks #391 out of 1704 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Tetra Tech has a GF Score™ of 85/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Tetra Tech's Beneish M-Score compare to MYRG and PRIM?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Tetra Tech ranks #391 out of 1704 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Tetra Tech in the top 23% 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 Construction company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Construction 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 Tetra Tech and its competitors. Tetra Tech's current Beneish M-Score is -2.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Tetra Tech stock overvalued right now?
Tetra Tech (FRA:TT6) has a current Beneish M-Score of -2.87. The stock's GF Value™ is €29.75, compared to a current price of €23.99 — trading 19.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.87. Tetra Tech's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Tetra Tech (FRA:TT6), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.87 as of Jun. 25, 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 Tetra Tech (FRA:TT6) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tetra Tech stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €23.99 is trading 19.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of €29.75.

Key valuation signals for FRA:TT6:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.87
  • GF Value™: €29.75 vs. price of €23.99 (19.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:TT6 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Tetra Tech Business Description

Address 3475 East Foothill Boulevard, Pasadena, CA, USA, 91107-­6024
Tetra Tech Inc provides consulting and engineering services for environmental, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development markets. It specializes in providing water-related services for public and private clients. It designs infrastructure, facilities, and other structures with complex plans and resource management. it has two reportable segments. Its Government Services Group (GSG) segment includes activities with U.S. government clients (federal, state and local) and activities with development agencies world-wide. Commercial/International Services Group (CIG) segment, which derives maximum revenue, includes activities with U.S. commercial clients and international clients other than development agencies.
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