GBBYF (Goodbaby International Holdings) Beneish M-Score: -2.98 (As of Jul. 23, 2026)

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GBBYF Goodbaby International Holdings Ltd GBBYF
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Price $0.11
GF Value $0.11
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Goodbaby International Holdings Beneish M-Score?

Goodbaby International Holdings GBBYF 49 Beneish M-Score is -2.98 as of Jul. 23, 2026. GuruFocus rates GBBYF with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.11 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 818 Travel & Leisure companies, Goodbaby International Holdings ranks better than 76.16% 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 -2.98 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

GBBYF' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.98   Med: -2.78   Max: -1.91
Current: -2.98

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Goodbaby International Holdings was -1.91. The lowest was -2.98. And the median was -2.78.


Goodbaby International Holdings Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Goodbaby International Holdings'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.

Goodbaby International Holdings Beneish M-Score Chart

Goodbaby International Holdings 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 -2.38 -2.83 -2.89 -2.73 -2.98

Goodbaby International Holdings 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 -2.89 0.00 -2.73 0.00 -2.98

GBBYF vs AS, HAS, LTH: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Leisure subindustry, Goodbaby International Holdings'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.


Goodbaby International Holdings Beneish M-Score vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Goodbaby International Holdings's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Goodbaby International Holdings 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 Goodbaby International Holdings 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 * 0.8596+0.528 * 1.0043+0.404 * 1.0177+0.892 * 0.9869+0.115 * 1.0242
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0247+4.679 * -0.082852-0.327 * 0.9315
=-2.98

* 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 $162 Mil.
Revenue was $1,113 Mil.
Gross Profit was $570 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $587 Mil.
Total Assets was $1,354 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $149 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $60 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $524 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $397 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $131 Mil.
Net Income was $28 Mil.
Gross Profit was $0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was $140 Mil.
Total Receivables was $191 Mil.
Revenue was $1,128 Mil.
Gross Profit was $580 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $596 Mil.
Total Assets was $1,338 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $142 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $59 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $518 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $412 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $147 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)
=(161.894 / 1112.894) / (190.835 / 1127.68)
=0.145471 / 0.169228
=0.8596

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)
=(579.914 / 1127.68) / (569.863 / 1112.894)
=0.514254 / 0.512055
=1.0043

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 - (587.004 + 148.871) / 1354.205) / (1 - (596.276 + 141.594) / 1338.357)
=0.4566 / 0.448675
=1.0177

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
=1112.894 / 1127.68
=0.9869

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))
=(59.489 / (59.489 + 141.594)) / (60.465 / (60.465 + 148.871))
=0.295843 / 0.288842
=1.0242

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)
=(523.624 / 1112.894) / (517.768 / 1127.68)
=0.470507 / 0.459144
=1.0247

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)
=((130.643 + 396.746) / 1354.205) / ((147.122 + 412.414) / 1338.357)
=0.389445 / 0.418077
=0.9315

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
=(28.094 - 0 - 140.292) / 1354.205
=-0.082852

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.

Goodbaby International Holdings has a M-score of -2.98 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 -2.98 mean?
Goodbaby International Holdings (GBBYF) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.98 as of Jul. 23, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Goodbaby International Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Goodbaby International Holdings ranks #195 out of 818 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 23.8%.
Is Goodbaby International Holdings' Beneish M-Score too high?
Goodbaby International Holdings' current Beneish M-Score is -2.98. Based on the distribution chart, Goodbaby International Holdings ranks #195 out of 818 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Goodbaby International Holdings has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Goodbaby International Holdings' Beneish M-Score compare to AS and HAS?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Goodbaby International Holdings ranks #195 out of 818 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Goodbaby International Holdings in the top 24% 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 Travel & Leisure company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Travel & Leisure 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 Goodbaby International Holdings and its competitors. Goodbaby International Holdings's current Beneish M-Score is -2.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Goodbaby International Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Goodbaby International Holdings (GBBYF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.11, compared to a current price of $0.11 — trading 0.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.98. Goodbaby International Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 49/100 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 Goodbaby International Holdings (GBBYF), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.98 as of Jul. 23, 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 Goodbaby International Holdings (GBBYF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Goodbaby International Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.11 is trading 0.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $0.11. GuruFocus considers Goodbaby International Holdings to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for GBBYF:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.98
  • GF Value™: $0.11 vs. price of $0.11 (0.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 49/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Goodbaby International Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges 01086:Hong Kong
Address 28 East Lufeng Road, Lujia Town, Jiangsu Province, Kunshan, CHN, 215331
Goodbaby International Holdings Ltd is an investment holding company principally engaged in the design, research and development, manufacture, marketing and sales of children's car safety seats, strollers, apparel and home textile products; feeding, nursing and personal products; cribs, bicycles and tricycles; & other children's products. The company has three reportable segments, namely the Wheeled Goods segment, the Car seats segment, & the Other categories segment. It derives maximum revenue from the Car Seats & accessories segment. Geographically, it generates the majority of its revenue from the EMEIA Market & also has a presence in China, North America, & Other Countries. The company's own-branded products generate the majority of the revenue, including Evenflo, Cybex, & Happy Dino.
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