ZENKOKU HOSHO Co (FRA:ZKH) Beneish M-Score: -2.43 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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FRA:ZKH ZENKOKU HOSHO Co Ltd FRA:ZKH
81 GF Score
Price €16.20
GF Value €17.12
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is ZENKOKU HOSHO Co Beneish M-Score?

ZENKOKU HOSHO Co FRA:ZKH 81 Beneish M-Score is -2.43 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:ZKH with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of €17.12 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 485 Credit Services companies, ZENKOKU HOSHO Co ranks better than 64.12% 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 -2.43 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

FRA:ZKH' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.12   Med: -2.61   Max: -2.39
Current: -2.43

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of ZENKOKU HOSHO Co was -2.39. The lowest was -3.12. And the median was -2.61.


ZENKOKU HOSHO Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for ZENKOKU HOSHO 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.

ZENKOKU HOSHO Co Beneish M-Score Chart

ZENKOKU HOSHO 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 -2.42 -3.12 -2.39 -2.46 -2.43

ZENKOKU HOSHO 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 -2.46 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.43

FRA:ZKH vs V, MA, AXP: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Credit Services subindustry, ZENKOKU HOSHO 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.


ZENKOKU HOSHO Co Beneish M-Score vs Credit Services Industry

For the Credit Services industry and Financial Services sector, ZENKOKU HOSHO Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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ZENKOKU HOSHO 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 ZENKOKU HOSHO 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 * 1+0.528 * 1+0.404 * 1.0961+0.892 * 0.9057+0.115 * 0.8745
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.000613-0.327 * 1.005
=-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 (Mar26) TTM:Last Year (Mar25) TTM:
Total Receivables was €0.0 Mil.
Revenue was €320.2 Mil.
Gross Profit was €320.2 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €713.7 Mil.
Total Assets was €2,730.1 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €2.7 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €5.5 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €0.0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €223.7 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €163.5 Mil.
Net Income was €177.3 Mil.
Gross Profit was €0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was €179.0 Mil.
Total Receivables was €0.0 Mil.
Revenue was €353.5 Mil.
Gross Profit was €353.5 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €995.4 Mil.
Total Assets was €3,055.7 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €4.1 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €5.7 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €0.0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €245.1 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €186.2 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)
=(0 / 320.194) / (0 / 353.549)
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=(353.549 / 353.549) / (320.194 / 320.194)
=1 / 1
=1

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 - (713.7 + 2.704) / 2730.095) / (1 - (995.362 + 4.071) / 3055.652)
=0.73759 / 0.672923
=1.0961

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
=320.194 / 353.549
=0.9057

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))
=(5.746 / (5.746 + 4.071)) / (5.473 / (5.473 + 2.704))
=0.585311 / 0.669316
=0.8745

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)
=(0 / 320.194) / (0 / 353.549)
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=((163.534 + 223.725) / 2730.095) / ((186.17 + 245.111) / 3055.652)
=0.141848 / 0.141142
=1.005

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
=(177.303 - 0 - 178.977) / 2730.095
=-0.000613

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.

ZENKOKU HOSHO Co 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 -2.43 mean?
ZENKOKU HOSHO Co (FRA:ZKH) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.43 as of Jul. 14, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on ZENKOKU HOSHO Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, ZENKOKU HOSHO Co ranks #174 out of 485 companies in the Credit Services industry, placing it in the top 35.9%.
Is ZENKOKU HOSHO Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
ZENKOKU HOSHO Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.43. Based on the distribution chart, ZENKOKU HOSHO Co ranks #174 out of 485 companies in the Credit Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, ZENKOKU HOSHO Co has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ZENKOKU HOSHO Co's Beneish M-Score compare to V and MA?
According to the Credit Services industry distribution chart, ZENKOKU HOSHO Co ranks #174 out of 485 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts ZENKOKU HOSHO Co 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 Credit Services company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Credit Services 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 ZENKOKU HOSHO Co and its competitors. ZENKOKU HOSHO Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.43. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ZENKOKU HOSHO Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ZENKOKU HOSHO Co (FRA:ZKH) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €17.12, compared to a current price of €16.20 — trading 5.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.43. ZENKOKU HOSHO Co's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 ZENKOKU HOSHO Co (FRA:ZKH), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.43 as of Jul. 14, 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 ZENKOKU HOSHO Co (FRA:ZKH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ZENKOKU HOSHO Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €16.20 is trading 5.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of €17.12. GuruFocus considers ZENKOKU HOSHO Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:ZKH:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.43
  • GF Value™: €17.12 vs. price of €16.20 (5.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 4 warning signs

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


ZENKOKU HOSHO Co Business Description

Other Exchanges ZNKKY:USA7164:Japan
Address 2-1-1 Otemachi, 24th Floor, Taisei Otemachi Building, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 100-0004
ZENKOKU HOSHO Co Ltd operates a credit guarantee business. Its main offering is housing loan guarantees, which support a range of customer needs such as home purchases, refinancing, and renovations, with fees determined by factors like collateral value, income, and employment history. It also provides education loan guarantees covering tuition, exam fees, and other school-related costs for both term loans and overdraft formats. In addition, the company offers apartment loan guarantees that cover borrowing for rental housing construction.
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