Textron (FRA:TXT) Beneish M-Score: -2.69 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


FRA:TXT Textron Inc FRA:TXT
87 GF Score
Price €75.48
GF Value €87.01
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Textron Beneish M-Score?

Textron FRA:TXT -3.26% 87 Beneish M-Score is -2.69 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:TXT with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of €87.01 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 326 Aerospace & Defense companies, Textron ranks better than 70.25% 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 -2.69 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:TXT' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.95   Med: -2.63   Max: -2.32
Current: -2.69

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Textron was -2.32. The lowest was -2.95. And the median was -2.63.


Textron Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Textron'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.

Textron Beneish M-Score Chart

Textron 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 -2.89 -2.81 -2.60 -2.38 -2.73

Textron 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 -2.34 -2.36 -2.32 -2.73 -2.69

FRA:TXT vs BWXT, PL, ARXS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Textron'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.


Textron Beneish M-Score vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Textron's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Textron 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 Textron 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 * 0.8717+0.528 * 0.9881+0.404 * 0.9884+0.892 * 1.0139+0.115 * 0.9902
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9613+4.679 * -0.035389-0.327 * 0.9782
=-2.75

* 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 €1,267 Mil.
Revenue was 3196.175 + 3565.45 + 3068.904 + 3221.772 = €13,052 Mil.
Gross Profit was 581.28 + 596.092 + 557.208 + 614.703 = €2,349 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €7,475 Mil.
Total Assets was €15,692 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €2,225 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €348 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €1,028 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €4,053 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €2,984 Mil.
Net Income was 190.3 + 200.69 + 199.368 + 212.415 = €803 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 60.55 + 56.364 + 57.084 + 54.621 = €229 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -101.205 + 597.8 + 297.348 + 335.529 = €1,129 Mil.
Total Receivables was €1,434 Mil.
Revenue was 3058.05 + 3450.415 + 3087.727 + 3276.583 = €12,873 Mil.
Gross Profit was 586.45 + 502.33 + 556.818 + 643.797 = €2,289 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €7,302 Mil.
Total Assets was €15,671 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €2,315 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €358 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €1,055 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €4,060 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €3,125 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)
=(1267.225 / 13052.301) / (1433.75 / 12872.775)
=0.097088 / 0.111378
=0.8717

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)
=(2289.395 / 12872.775) / (2349.283 / 13052.301)
=0.177848 / 0.17999
=0.9881

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 - (7475.33 + 2224.78) / 15691.965) / (1 - (7301.95 + 2315.275) / 15671.35)
=0.381842 / 0.386318
=0.9884

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
=13052.301 / 12872.775
=1.0139

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))
=(358.076 / (358.076 + 2315.275)) / (348.032 / (348.032 + 2224.78))
=0.133943 / 0.135273
=0.9902

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)
=(1028.34 / 13052.301) / (1055.004 / 12872.775)
=0.078786 / 0.081956
=0.9613

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)
=((2984.25 + 4052.525) / 15691.965) / ((3124.65 + 4059.825) / 15671.35)
=0.448432 / 0.458446
=0.9782

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
=(802.773 - 228.619 - 1129.472) / 15691.965
=-0.035389

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.

Textron has a M-score of -2.75 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 -2.69 mean?
Textron (FRA:TXT) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.69 as of Jun. 24, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Textron and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Textron ranks #97 out of 326 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 29.8%.
Is Textron's Beneish M-Score too high?
Textron's current Beneish M-Score is -2.69. Based on the distribution chart, Textron ranks #97 out of 326 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Textron has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Textron's Beneish M-Score compare to BWXT and PL?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Textron ranks #97 out of 326 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Textron 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Aerospace & Defense 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 Textron and its competitors. Textron's current Beneish M-Score is -2.69. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Textron stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Textron (FRA:TXT) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €87.01, compared to a current price of €75.48 — trading 13.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.69. Textron's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 with 2 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 Textron (FRA:TXT), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.69 as of Jun. 24, 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 Textron (FRA:TXT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Textron stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €75.48 is trading 13.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of €87.01. GuruFocus considers Textron to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:TXT:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.69
  • GF Value™: €87.01 vs. price of €75.48 (13.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 87/100 with 2 warning signs

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


Textron Business Description

Address 40 Westminster Street, Providence, RI, USA, 02903
Textron is a conglomerate that designs, manufactures, and services a range of specialty aircraft including small jets, propeller-driven airplanes, helicopters, and tilt-rotor aircraft. Textron Aviation manufactures and services Cessna and Beechcraft planes. Bell is a helicopter and tilt-rotor manufacturer and servicer for both commercial and military customers. Textron Systems produces uncrewed aircraft and armored vehicles for the military market as well as aircraft simulators and training for the commercial and military markets. Textron Industrial houses the Kautex business, which manufactures plastic fuel tanks for conventional and hybrid motor vehicles, and other subsidiaries that produce specialized vehicles such as golf carts and all-terrain vehicles.
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