SBM Offshore NV (HAM:IHCB) Beneish M-Score: -3.16 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


HAM:IHCB SBM Offshore NV HAM:IHCB
73 GF Score
Price €32.94
GF Value €20.82
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is SBM Offshore NV Beneish M-Score?

SBM Offshore NV HAM:IHCB +1.04% 73 Beneish M-Score is -3.16 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates HAM:IHCB with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of €20.82 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 822 Oil & Gas companies, SBM Offshore NV ranks better than 77.98% 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 -3.16 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

HAM:IHCB' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.46   Med: -2.21   Max: 5.12
Current: -3.16

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of SBM Offshore NV was 5.12. The lowest was -3.46. And the median was -2.21.


SBM Offshore NV Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for SBM Offshore 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.

SBM Offshore NV Beneish M-Score Chart

SBM Offshore NV 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 5.12 -1.67 -2.14 -2.72 -3.16

SBM Offshore NV Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 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 Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.14 0.00 -2.72 0.00 -3.16

HAM:IHCB vs SLB, BKR, HAL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Equipment & Services subindustry, SBM Offshore 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.


SBM Offshore NV Beneish M-Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, SBM Offshore NV's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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SBM Offshore 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 SBM Offshore 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 * 0.1963+0.528 * 0.6918+0.404 * 1.4734+0.892 * 1.1034+0.115 * 1.0859
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9725+4.679 * -0.016135-0.327 * 1.0106
=-3.16

* 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 €1,620 Mil.
Revenue was €5,041 Mil.
Gross Profit was €1,724 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €5,805 Mil.
Total Assets was €15,455 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €237 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €56 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €190 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €4,025 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €5,625 Mil.
Net Income was €787 Mil.
Gross Profit was €0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was €1,037 Mil.
Total Receivables was €7,480 Mil.
Revenue was €4,569 Mil.
Gross Profit was €1,081 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €9,358 Mil.
Total Assets was €16,385 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €254 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €67 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €177 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €2,757 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €7,367 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)
=(1620.038 / 5041.162) / (7479.56 / 4568.72)
=0.321362 / 1.637124
=0.1963

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)
=(1081.06 / 4568.72) / (1724.226 / 5041.162)
=0.236622 / 0.342029
=0.6918

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 - (5804.638 + 237.412) / 15454.838) / (1 - (9358.045 + 254.03) / 16384.935)
=0.609051 / 0.413359
=1.4734

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
=5041.162 / 4568.72
=1.1034

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))
=(66.85 / (66.85 + 254.03)) / (56.364 / (56.364 + 237.412))
=0.208333 / 0.19186
=1.0859

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)
=(189.588 / 5041.162) / (176.675 / 4568.72)
=0.037608 / 0.038671
=0.9725

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)
=((5625.298 + 4024.902) / 15454.838) / ((7366.87 + 2757.085) / 16384.935)
=0.624413 / 0.617882
=1.0106

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
=(787.388 - 0 - 1036.756) / 15454.838
=-0.016135

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.

SBM Offshore NV has a M-score of -3.16 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 -3.16 mean?
SBM Offshore NV (HAM:IHCB) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.16 as of Jun. 24, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on SBM Offshore NV and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, SBM Offshore NV ranks #181 out of 822 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 22%.
Is SBM Offshore NV's Beneish M-Score too high?
SBM Offshore NV's current Beneish M-Score is -3.16. Based on the distribution chart, SBM Offshore NV ranks #181 out of 822 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, SBM Offshore NV has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SBM Offshore NV's Beneish M-Score compare to SLB and BKR?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, SBM Offshore NV ranks #181 out of 822 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places SBM Offshore 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 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 SBM Offshore NV and its competitors. SBM Offshore NV's current Beneish M-Score is -3.16. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SBM Offshore NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SBM Offshore NV (HAM:IHCB) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €20.82, compared to a current price of €32.94 — trading 58.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.16. SBM Offshore NV's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 2 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 SBM Offshore NV (HAM:IHCB), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.16 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 SBM Offshore NV (HAM:IHCB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SBM Offshore NV stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €32.94 is trading 58.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €20.82. GuruFocus considers SBM Offshore NV to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HAM:IHCB:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.16
  • GF Value™: €20.82 vs. price of €32.94 (58.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 2 warning signs

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


SBM Offshore NV Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address Evert van de Beekstraat 1-77, Schiphol, Amsterdam, NH, NLD, 1118 CL
SBM Offshore NV provides floating production solutions to the offshore energy industry both in hydrocarbon and renewable markets. Its main activities are the design, supply, installation, operation, and life extension of Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessels. The company is also working on floating offshore wind, wave energy, and research and development of products for future energy markets. It has dedicated product lines to provide specific floating equipment and products such as Turret Mooring Systems (TMS) and offshore (off)loading Terminals. The company has two segments: Lease and Operate segment includes all earned day rates on operating lease and operate contracts, and the turnkey segment includes revenues from Turnkey supply contracts and after-sales services.
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