GLP (Global Partners LP) Beneish M-Score: -2.40 (As of Aug. 21, 2026)

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GLP Global Partners LP GLP
89 GF Score
Price $50.57
GF Value $61.25
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Global Partners LP Beneish M-Score?

Global Partners LP GLP -0.14% 89 Beneish M-Score is -2.40 as of Aug. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates GLP with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of $61.25 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 830 Oil & Gas companies, Global Partners LP ranks worse than 64.94% 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 -2.4 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

GLP' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.61   Med: -2.55   Max: -1.5
Current: -2.4

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Global Partners LP was -1.50. The lowest was -3.61. And the median was -2.55.


Global Partners LP Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Global Partners LP'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 Partners LP Beneish M-Score Chart

Global Partners LP 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 -1.50 -2.49 -2.78 -2.62 -2.57

Global Partners LP Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -2.86 -2.57 -2.57 -2.32 -2.40

GLP vs FLNG, GEL, NAT: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Midstream subindustry, Global Partners LP'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 Partners LP Beneish M-Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Global Partners LP's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Global Partners LP 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 Partners LP 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 * 1.0328+0.528 * 1.0897+0.404 * 0.9287+0.892 * 1.2035+0.115 * 1.0238
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9455+4.679 * -0.03439-0.327 * 0.9985
=-2.40

* 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 (Jun26) TTM:Last Year (Jun25) TTM:
Total Receivables was $710 Mil.
Revenue was 6792.088 + 5321.8 + 4647.883 + 4694.416 = $21,456 Mil.
Gross Profit was 328.941 + 332.167 + 263.082 + 271.368 = $1,196 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $1,426 Mil.
Total Assets was $4,022 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $2,013 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $143 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $340 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $1,196 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $1,861 Mil.
Net Income was 70.985 + 70.136 + 25.058 + 29.025 = $195 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 1.539 + 4.165 + 2.409 + 0.595 = $9 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 309.422 + -104.7 + 101.048 + 19.026 = $325 Mil.
Total Receivables was $571 Mil.
Revenue was 4626.925 + 4592.197 + 4186.238 + 4422.238 = $17,828 Mil.
Gross Profit was 272.362 + 255.241 + 268.828 + 286.049 = $1,082 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $1,215 Mil.
Total Assets was $3,784 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $1,979 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $144 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $298 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $1,027 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $1,854 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)
=(709.863 / 21456.187) / (571.096 / 17827.598)
=0.033084 / 0.032034
=1.0328

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)
=(1082.48 / 17827.598) / (1195.558 / 21456.187)
=0.060719 / 0.055721
=1.0897

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 - (1426.025 + 2013.326) / 4021.551) / (1 - (1215.163 + 1979.267) / 3784.338)
=0.14477 / 0.155881
=0.9287

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
=21456.187 / 17827.598
=1.2035

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))
=(143.962 / (143.962 + 1979.267)) / (142.786 / (142.786 + 2013.326))
=0.067803 / 0.066224
=1.0238

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)
=(339.591 / 21456.187) / (298.414 / 17827.598)
=0.015827 / 0.016739
=0.9455

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)
=((1861.35 + 1195.708) / 4021.551) / ((1853.668 + 1027.264) / 3784.338)
=0.760169 / 0.761278
=0.9985

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
=(195.204 - 8.708 - 324.796) / 4021.551
=-0.03439

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 Partners LP has a M-score of -2.40 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 -2.40 mean?
Global Partners LP (GLP) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.40 as of Aug. 21, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Global Partners LP and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Global Partners LP ranks #539 out of 830 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 64.9%.
Is Global Partners LP's Beneish M-Score too high?
Global Partners LP's current Beneish M-Score is -2.40. Based on the distribution chart, Global Partners LP ranks #539 out of 830 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Global Partners LP has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Global Partners LP's Beneish M-Score compare to FLNG and GEL?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Global Partners LP ranks #539 out of 830 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Global Partners LP 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 Oil & Gas company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Oil & Gas 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 Partners LP and its competitors. Global Partners LP's current Beneish M-Score is -2.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Global Partners LP stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Partners LP (GLP) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $61.25, compared to a current price of $50.57 — trading 17.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.40. Global Partners LP's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 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 Global Partners LP (GLP), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.40 as of Aug. 21, 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 Partners LP (GLP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Partners LP stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $50.57 is trading 17.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $61.25. GuruFocus considers Global Partners LP to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for GLP:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.40
  • GF Value™: $61.25 vs. price of $50.57 (17.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Global Partners LP Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges GLPpB.PFD:USA
Address 800 South Street, P.O. Box 9161, Waltham, MA, USA, 02454-9161
Global Partners LP is a limited partnership that acts as a midstream logistics and marketing company. It is mainly engaged in purchasing, selling, storing and logistics of transporting petroleum and related products. The company owns and operates and control terminal networks of refined petroleum products and renewable fuels in Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, Vermont, and other places. It distributes gasoline and gasoline blendstocks, distillates, residual oil, renewable fuels, crude oil, natural gas and propane to wholesalers, retailers and commercial customers. The company operates through three segments i.e. Wholesale, Gasoline Distribution and Station Operations and Commercial. It generates maximum revenue from the GDSO segment.
89GF Score

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