GDHG (Golden Heaven Group Holdings) Beneish M-Score: 171.62 (As of Jul. 26, 2026) — 4513% Above Median

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What is Golden Heaven Group Holdings Beneish M-Score?

Golden Heaven Group Holdings GDHG +3.50% 50 Beneish M-Score is 171.62 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 4513% above its 10-year median of 3.72. GuruFocus rates GDHG with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.72 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 819 Travel & Leisure companies, Golden Heaven Group Holdings ranks worse than 99.88% 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.

Warning Sign:

Beneish M-Score 171.62 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

GDHG' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.75   Med: 3.72   Max: 171.62
Current: 171.62

During the past 6 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Golden Heaven Group Holdings was 171.62. The lowest was -2.75. And the median was 3.72.


Golden Heaven Group Holdings Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Golden Heaven Group 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.

Golden Heaven Group Holdings Beneish M-Score Chart

Golden Heaven Group Holdings Annual Data
Trend Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 -2.75 -0.34 7.77 171.62

Golden Heaven Group Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 7.77 0.00 171.62 0.00

GDHG vs KMRK, GLFE, DOGZ: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Leisure subindustry, Golden Heaven Group 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.


Golden Heaven Group Holdings Beneish M-Score vs Travel & Leisure Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Golden Heaven Group Holdings's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Golden Heaven Group 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 Golden Heaven Group 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 * 3.2229+0.528 * 0.8927+0.404 * 429.3547+0.892 * 0.6845+0.115 * 0.944
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 2.1086+4.679 * -0.143006-0.327 * 0.3809
=171.62

* 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 (Sep25) TTM:Last Year (Sep24) TTM:
Total Receivables was $1.13 Mil.
Revenue was $15.29 Mil.
Gross Profit was $7.67 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $110.13 Mil.
Total Assets was $191.45 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $31.26 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $3.24 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $14.47 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $4.40 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $6.39 Mil.
Net Income was $-8.59 Mil.
Gross Profit was $-0.17 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was $18.96 Mil.
Total Receivables was $0.51 Mil.
Revenue was $22.33 Mil.
Gross Profit was $10.01 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $60.62 Mil.
Total Assets was $98.55 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $37.88 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $3.68 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $10.02 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $5.82 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $8.77 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)
=(1.134 / 15.288) / (0.514 / 22.333)
=0.074176 / 0.023015
=3.2229

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)
=(10.005 / 22.333) / (7.672 / 15.288)
=0.447992 / 0.501832
=0.8927

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 - (110.133 + 31.255) / 191.447) / (1 - (60.618 + 37.876) / 98.554)
=0.261477 / 0.000609
=429.3547

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
=15.288 / 22.333
=0.6845

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))
=(3.683 / (3.683 + 37.876)) / (3.238 / (3.238 + 31.255))
=0.088621 / 0.093874
=0.944

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)
=(14.469 / 15.288) / (10.024 / 22.333)
=0.946429 / 0.448843
=2.1086

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)
=((6.393 + 4.404) / 191.447) / ((8.769 + 5.822) / 98.554)
=0.056397 / 0.148051
=0.3809

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
=(-8.593 - -0.173 - 18.958) / 191.447
=-0.143006

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.

Golden Heaven Group Holdings has a M-score of 171.62 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

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What does a Beneish M-Score of 171.62 mean?
Golden Heaven Group Holdings (GDHG) has a Beneish M-Score of 171.62 as of Jul. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Golden Heaven Group Holdings and its competitors. This is 4513% above median its historical median of 3.72. According to the industry distribution chart, Golden Heaven Group Holdings ranks #818 out of 819 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 99.9%.
Is Golden Heaven Group Holdings' Beneish M-Score too high?
Golden Heaven Group Holdings' current Beneish M-Score of 171.62 is 4513% above median its 10-year median of 3.72. Based on the distribution chart, Golden Heaven Group Holdings ranks #818 out of 819 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Golden Heaven Group Holdings has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Golden Heaven Group Holdings' Beneish M-Score compare to KMRK and GLFE?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Golden Heaven Group Holdings ranks #818 out of 819 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Golden Heaven Group Holdings 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 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 Golden Heaven Group Holdings and its competitors. Golden Heaven Group Holdings's current Beneish M-Score is 171.62, which is 4513% above median its own 10-year median of 3.72. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Golden Heaven Group Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Golden Heaven Group Holdings (GDHG) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.72, compared to a current price of $1.48 — trading 105.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is 171.62, which is 4513% above median its 10-year median of 3.72. Golden Heaven Group Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 7 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 Golden Heaven Group Holdings (GDHG), the current Beneish M-Score is 171.62 as of Jul. 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 Golden Heaven Group Holdings (GDHG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Golden Heaven Group Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $1.48 is trading 105.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $0.72. GuruFocus considers Golden Heaven Group Holdings to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for GDHG:

  • Beneish M-Score: 171.62 (4513% above median its 10-year median of 3.72)
  • GF Value™: $0.72 vs. price of $1.48 (105.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 7 warning signs

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


Golden Heaven Group Holdings Business Description

Address No. 8 Banhouhaichuan Road, Xiqin Town, Yanping District, Fujian Province, Nanping City, CHN, 353001
Golden Heaven Group Holdings Ltd is an offshore holding company. Through the operating entities in China, it manages and operates six properties consisting of amusement parks, water parks, and complementary recreational facilities. The parks offer a broad selection of exhilarating and recreational experiences, including both thrilling and family-friendly rides, water attractions, gourmet festivals, circus performances, and high-tech facilities. The firm's revenue is generated from selling access to rides and attractions, charging fees for special event rentals, and collecting regular rental payments from commercial tenants. it opearts in the Cayman Islands, PRC, BVI, and HK.
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