Azelis Group NV (HAM:2R7) Beneish M-Score: -2.84 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


HAM:2R7 Azelis Group NV HAM:2R7
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Price €9.67
GF Value €18.35
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What is Azelis Group NV Beneish M-Score?

Azelis Group NV HAM:2R7 -0.15% 52 Beneish M-Score is -2.84 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates HAM:2R7 with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of €18.35 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,529 Chemicals companies, Azelis Group NV ranks better than 77.76% 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 -2.84 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

HAM:2R7' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.84   Med: -2.48   Max: -2.01
Current: -2.84

During the past 8 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Azelis Group NV was -2.01. The lowest was -2.84. And the median was -2.48.


Azelis Group NV Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Azelis Group NV'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.

Azelis Group NV Beneish M-Score Chart

Azelis Group NV Annual Data
Trend Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -2.01 -2.41 -2.82 -2.48 -2.84

Azelis Group NV Semi-Annual Data
Dec18 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 -2.82 0.00 -2.48 0.00 -2.84

HAM:2R7 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Azelis Group NV'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.


Azelis Group NV Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Azelis Group NV's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Azelis Group NV's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Azelis Group NV 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 Azelis Group NV 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 * 0.9091+0.528 * 1.0381+0.404 * 1.0217+0.892 * 0.9751+0.115 * 0.9468
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0111+4.679 * -0.057424-0.327 * 1.0157
=-2.84

* 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 €522 Mil.
Revenue was €4,132 Mil.
Gross Profit was €968 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €1,387 Mil.
Total Assets was €5,407 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €232 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €127 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €173 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €710 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €1,737 Mil.
Net Income was €111 Mil.
Gross Profit was €0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was €422 Mil.
Total Receivables was €589 Mil.
Revenue was €4,238 Mil.
Gross Profit was €1,031 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €1,583 Mil.
Total Assets was €5,763 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €228 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €115 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €175 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €819 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €1,748 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)
=(522.163 / 4132.48) / (589.032 / 4237.971)
=0.126356 / 0.138989
=0.9091

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)
=(1031.047 / 4237.971) / (968.452 / 4132.48)
=0.243288 / 0.234351
=1.0381

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 - (1386.537 + 231.776) / 5406.675) / (1 - (1582.904 + 227.61) / 5762.88)
=0.700682 / 0.685832
=1.0217

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
=4132.48 / 4237.971
=0.9751

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))
=(114.922 / (114.922 + 227.61)) / (127.207 / (127.207 + 231.776))
=0.335507 / 0.354354
=0.9468

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)
=(172.507 / 4132.48) / (174.968 / 4237.971)
=0.041744 / 0.041286
=1.0111

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)
=((1736.597 + 709.787) / 5406.675) / ((1748.391 + 818.874) / 5762.88)
=0.452475 / 0.445483
=1.0157

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
=(111.193 - 0 - 421.666) / 5406.675
=-0.057424

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.

Azelis Group NV has a M-score of -2.84 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 -2.84 mean?
Azelis Group NV (HAM:2R7) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.84 as of Jun. 24, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Azelis Group NV and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Azelis Group NV ranks #340 out of 1529 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 22.2%.
Is Azelis Group NV's Beneish M-Score too high?
Azelis Group NV's current Beneish M-Score is -2.84. Based on the distribution chart, Azelis Group NV ranks #340 out of 1529 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Azelis Group NV has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Azelis Group NV's Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Azelis Group NV ranks #340 out of 1529 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Azelis Group NV in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Chemicals company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Chemicals 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 Azelis Group NV and its competitors. Azelis Group NV's current Beneish M-Score is -2.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Azelis Group NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Azelis Group NV (HAM:2R7) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €18.35, compared to a current price of €9.67 — trading 47.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.84. Azelis Group NV's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 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 Azelis Group NV (HAM:2R7), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.84 as of Jun. 24, 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 Azelis Group NV (HAM:2R7) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Azelis Group NV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €9.67 is trading 47.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of €18.35. GuruFocus considers Azelis Group NV to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for HAM:2R7:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.84
  • GF Value™: €18.35 vs. price of €9.67 (47.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HAM:2R7 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Azelis Group NV Business Description

Address Posthofbrug 12, Box 6, Berchem, Antwerp, BEL, 2600
Azelis Group NV is an innovation service provider and distributor of speciality chemicals and food ingredients. The Group provides innovation services, multi-product formulations, technical and regulatory expertise, co-creation support, digital solutions, and supply chain services. It serves Food & Nutrition, Animal Nutrition, Personal Care, Home Care & Industrial Cleaning, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Agriculture & Environmental Solutions, Flavours & Fragrances, and Nutraceuticals. The Group operates through four segments: EMEA, Americas, Asia Pacific, and Group holding & other, covering operating companies across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, the United States, Canada, Mexico and South America, Asia, and the Pacific region.
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