GMUAF (Gamuda Bhd) Beneish M-Score: -2.14 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


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What is Gamuda Bhd Beneish M-Score?

Gamuda Bhd GMUAF 85 Beneish M-Score is -2.14 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates GMUAF with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.48. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,704 Construction companies, Gamuda Bhd ranks worse than 71.3% 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 -2.14 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

GMUAF' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.61   Med: -2.18   Max: -1.39
Current: -2.14

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Gamuda Bhd was -1.39. The lowest was -2.61. And the median was -2.18.


Gamuda Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Gamuda Bhd'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.

Gamuda Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

Gamuda Bhd Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.47 -2.06 -1.73 -1.74 -2.14

Gamuda Bhd Quarterly Data
Apr21 Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26
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 0.00 0.00 -2.14 0.00 0.00

GMUAF vs PWR, FIX, EME: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Gamuda Bhd'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.


Gamuda Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Gamuda Bhd's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Gamuda Bhd's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Gamuda Bhd 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 Gamuda Bhd 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 * 1.068+0.528 * 0.9158+0.404 * 1.051+0.892 * 1.3212+0.115 * 0.8277
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * 0.035737-0.327 * 1.0673
=-2.03

* 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 (Jul25) TTM:Last Year (Jul24) TTM:
Total Receivables was $2,128 Mil.
Revenue was $3,771 Mil.
Gross Profit was $551 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $4,500 Mil.
Total Assets was $7,148 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $421 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $46 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $2,427 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $1,740 Mil.
Net Income was $237 Mil.
Gross Profit was $0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was $-19 Mil.
Total Receivables was $1,508 Mil.
Revenue was $2,855 Mil.
Gross Profit was $382 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $3,613 Mil.
Total Assets was $5,701 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $399 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $35 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $1,689 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $1,426 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)
=(2128.358 / 3771.36) / (1508.433 / 2854.545)
=0.564348 / 0.528432
=1.068

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)
=(382.17 / 2854.545) / (551.351 / 3771.36)
=0.133881 / 0.146194
=0.9158

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 - (4500.064 + 421.44) / 7148.033) / (1 - (3612.725 + 398.984) / 5701.463)
=0.311488 / 0.296372
=1.051

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
=3771.36 / 2854.545
=1.3212

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))
=(35.31 / (35.31 + 398.984)) / (45.904 / (45.904 + 421.44))
=0.081304 / 0.098223
=0.8277

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 / 3771.36) / (0 / 2854.545)
=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)
=((1739.757 + 2427.396) / 7148.033) / ((1425.806 + 1688.512) / 5701.463)
=0.582979 / 0.546231
=1.0673

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
=(236.911 - 0 - -18.535) / 7148.033
=0.035737

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.

Gamuda Bhd has a M-score of -2.03 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 -2.14 mean?
Gamuda Bhd (GMUAF) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.14 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Gamuda Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Gamuda Bhd ranks #1215 out of 1704 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 71.3%.
Is Gamuda Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
Gamuda Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.14. Based on the distribution chart, Gamuda Bhd ranks #1215 out of 1704 companies in the Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Gamuda Bhd has a GF Score™ of 85/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gamuda Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Gamuda Bhd ranks #1215 out of 1704 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Gamuda Bhd 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 Construction company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Construction 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 Gamuda Bhd and its competitors. Gamuda Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gamuda Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Gamuda Bhd (GMUAF) has a current Beneish M-Score of -2.14. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.48, compared to a current price of $0.41 — trading 14.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.14. Gamuda Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 8 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 Gamuda Bhd (GMUAF), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.14 as of Jun. 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 Gamuda Bhd (GMUAF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gamuda Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.41 is trading 14.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $0.48.

Key valuation signals for GMUAF:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.14
  • GF Value™: $0.48 vs. price of $0.41 (14.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 8 warning signs

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


Gamuda Bhd Business Description

Other Exchanges 5398:Malaysia
Address No. 8, Jalan PJU8/8A, Menara Gamuda, D-16-01, Block D, PJ Trade Centre, Bandar Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 47820
Gamuda Bhd is principally into investment holding and civil engineering construction. The company's business activities include: Engineering and Construction, Property Development, Renewable Energy, and Technology and Digitalisation. Its reportable segments are: (i) Engineering and construction-the construction of highways and bridges, airfield facilities, railway, tunnel, water treatment plants, dams, general and trading services related to construction activities and the management of water supply; and (ii) Property development and club operations - the development of residential and commercial properties and club operations. The majority of the revenue is generated from the Engineering and Construction segment.
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