GNW (Genworth Financial) Beneish M-Score: -2.47 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


GNW Genworth Financial Inc GNW
63 GF Score
Price $9.37
GF Value $7.50
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Genworth Financial Beneish M-Score?

Genworth Financial GNW +0.81% 63 Beneish M-Score is -2.47 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates GNW with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $7.50 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 397 Insurance companies, Genworth Financial ranks worse than 53.15% on this metric.

Note: Financial institutions were excluded from the sample in Beneish paper when calculating Beneish M-Score. Thus, the prediction might not fit banks and insurance companies.

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 -2.47 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

GNW' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.55   Med: -2.52   Max: -2.32
Current: -2.47

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Genworth Financial was -2.32. The lowest was -2.55. And the median was -2.52.

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Genworth Financial 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 Genworth Financial 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 * 1.0192+0.528 * 1+0.404 * 1+0.892 * 0.9948+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.001181-0.327 * 0.9824
=-2.47

* 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 $17,837 Mil.
Revenue was $7,106 Mil.
Gross Profit was $7,106 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $0 Mil.
Total Assets was $88,083 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $0 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $1,513 Mil.
Net Income was $223 Mil.
Gross Profit was $0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was $327 Mil.
 Total Receivables was $17,592 Mil.
Revenue was $7,143 Mil.
Gross Profit was $7,143 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $0 Mil.
Total Assets was $86,821 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $0 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $1,518 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)
=(17837 / 7106) / (17592 / 7143)
=2.510132 / 2.462831
=1.0192

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)
=(7143 / 7143) / (7106 / 7106)
=1 / 1
=1

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 - (0 + 0) / 88083) / (1 - (0 + 0) / 86821)
=1 / 1
=1

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
=7106 / 7143
=0.9948

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 / (0 + 0)) / (0 / (0 + 0))
= /
=1

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 / 7106) / (0 / 7143)
=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)
=((1513 + 0) / 88083) / ((1518 + 0) / 86821)
=0.017177 / 0.017484
=0.9824

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
=(223 - 0 - 327) / 88083
=-0.001181

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.

Genworth Financial has a M-score of -2.47 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 -2.47 mean?
Genworth Financial (GNW) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.47 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Genworth Financial and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Genworth Financial ranks #211 out of 397 companies in the Insurance industry, placing it in the top 53.1%.
Is Genworth Financial's Beneish M-Score too high?
Genworth Financial's current Beneish M-Score is -2.47. Based on the distribution chart, Genworth Financial ranks #211 out of 397 companies in the Insurance industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Genworth Financial has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Genworth Financial's Beneish M-Score compare to BHF and FG?
According to the Insurance industry distribution chart, Genworth Financial ranks #211 out of 397 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Genworth Financial 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 Insurance company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Insurance 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 Genworth Financial and its competitors. Genworth Financial's current Beneish M-Score is -2.47. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Genworth Financial stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Genworth Financial (GNW) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $7.50, compared to a current price of $9.37 — trading 24.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.47. Genworth Financial's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 6 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 Genworth Financial (GNW), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.47 as of Jun. 25, 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 Genworth Financial (GNW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Genworth Financial stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $9.37 is trading 24.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $7.50. GuruFocus considers Genworth Financial to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for GNW:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.47
  • GF Value™: $7.50 vs. price of $9.37 (24.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Genworth Financial Business Description

Address 11011 West Broad Street, Glen Allen, VA, USA, 23060
Genworth Financial Inc is a diversified insurance holding company that provides various mortgage and life insurance products. The company has four main operating business segments: Enact, Closed Block segment, and Corporate and Other. The company's product portfolio includes various financial products such as traditional life insurance, mortgage insurance, fixed annuities, and variable annuities. The majority of the revenue is generated by the Enact segment. The company earns the maximum of its revenue in the United States.
63GF Score

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