GECSF (Global Education Communities) Beneish M-Score: -1.89 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


GECSF Global Education Communities Corp GECSF
33 GF Score
Price $0.20
GF Value $0.06
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Global Education Communities Beneish M-Score?

Global Education Communities GECSF -2.78% 33 Beneish M-Score is -1.89 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates GECSF with a GF Score™ of 33/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.06 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 241 Education companies, Global Education Communities ranks worse than 85.89% 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 -1.89 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

GECSF' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -16.31   Med: -2.54   Max: 10.81
Current: -1.89

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Global Education Communities was 10.81. The lowest was -16.31. And the median was -2.54.


Global Education Communities Beneish M-Score Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for Global Education Communities'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.

Global Education Communities Beneish M-Score Chart

Global Education Communities Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -1.89 -2.83 -2.49 -1.66 1.87

Global Education Communities Quarterly Data
May21 Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26
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 4.63 10.81 1.87 -0.12 -1.89

GECSF vs EDU, TAL, GHC: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Global Education Communities'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.


Global Education Communities Beneish M-Score vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Global Education Communities's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


GECSF
33GF Score
Global Education Communities Corp GECSF
Beneish M-Score is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

Global Education Communities 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 Global Education Communities 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 * 1.2965+0.528 * 0.7688+0.404 * 1.0211+0.892 * 0.9065+0.115 * -0.0296
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.616+4.679 * 0.118668-0.327 * 0.8585
=-1.86

* 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 (Feb26) TTM:Last Year (Feb25) TTM:
Total Receivables was $13.14 Mil.
Revenue was 3.69 + 5.418 + -16.18 + 12.145 = $5.07 Mil.
Gross Profit was 2.521 + 3.426 + -9.378 + 7.005 = $3.57 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $17.47 Mil.
Total Assets was $275.61 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $0.30 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $-0.54 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $1.67 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $58.51 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $101.42 Mil.
Net Income was 1.02 + -0.038 + 17.354 + -0.112 = $18.22 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 1.325 + 0.554 + -17.715 + 2.165 = $-13.67 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 1.017 + 0.503 + -4.692 + 2.361 = $-0.81 Mil.
Total Receivables was $11.18 Mil.
Revenue was 3.495 + 5.364 + -16.72 + 13.457 = $5.60 Mil.
Gross Profit was 2.292 + 3.243 + -10.196 + 7.692 = $3.03 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $16.69 Mil.
Total Assets was $310.55 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $9.36 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $-0.59 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $3.00 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $136.93 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $72.98 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)
=(13.135 / 5.073) / (11.176 / 5.596)
=2.589198 / 1.997141
=1.2965

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)
=(3.031 / 5.596) / (3.574 / 5.073)
=0.541637 / 0.704514
=0.7688

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 - (17.469 + 0.303) / 275.61) / (1 - (16.686 + 9.355) / 310.553)
=0.935518 / 0.916146
=1.0211

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
=5.073 / 5.596
=0.9065

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))
=(-0.593 / (-0.593 + 9.355)) / (-0.539 / (-0.539 + 0.303))
=-0.067679 / 2.283898
=-0.0296

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)
=(1.673 / 5.073) / (2.996 / 5.596)
=0.329785 / 0.535382
=0.616

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)
=((101.417 + 58.507) / 275.61) / ((72.975 + 136.928) / 310.553)
=0.580255 / 0.675901
=0.8585

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
=(18.224 - -13.671 - -0.811) / 275.61
=0.118668

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.

Global Education Communities has a M-score of -1.86 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 -1.89 mean?
Global Education Communities (GECSF) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.89 as of Jun. 28, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Global Education Communities and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Global Education Communities ranks #207 out of 241 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 85.9%.
Is Global Education Communities' Beneish M-Score too high?
Global Education Communities' current Beneish M-Score is -1.89. Based on the distribution chart, Global Education Communities ranks #207 out of 241 companies in the Education industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Global Education Communities has a GF Score™ of 33/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Global Education Communities' Beneish M-Score compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Global Education Communities ranks #207 out of 241 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Global Education Communities 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 an Education company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Education 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 Global Education Communities and its competitors. Global Education Communities's current Beneish M-Score is -1.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Global Education Communities stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Education Communities (GECSF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.06, compared to a current price of $0.20 — trading 232.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.89. Global Education Communities' overall GF Score™ is 33/100 with 9 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 Global Education Communities (GECSF), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.89 as of Jun. 28, 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 Global Education Communities (GECSF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Education Communities stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $0.20 is trading 232.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $0.06. GuruFocus considers Global Education Communities to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for GECSF:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.89
  • GF Value™: $0.06 vs. price of $0.20 (232.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 33/100 with 9 warning signs

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


Global Education Communities Business Description

Other Exchanges GEC:Canada
Address 777 West Broadway, Suite 1200, Vancouver, BC, CAN, V5Z 4J7
Global Education Communities Corp is an education and student-housing real estate company. Its business operations include education, media communications, revenue-producing properties, and real estate development. The Company has four principal business units/segments: SSLC Language College (SSLC), which includes SSLC Business College; CIBT School of Business & Technology Corp. (CIBT); IRIX Design Group Inc. (IRIX); and Global Education City Holdings Inc. (GECH). The Company's education business is conducted through SSLC in Canada and through CIBT and its subsidiaries in Asia. The Company operates its media communications business through IRIX. GECH is an investment holding and management company focused on education-related real estate projects in Vancouver, Canada.
33GF Score

Get the complete analysis for GECSF

Beneish M-Score is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

$0.20
Price
$0.06
GF Value