Pax Global Technology (HKSE:00327) Beneish M-Score: -2.71 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


HKSE:00327 Pax Global Technology Ltd HKSE:00327
69 GF Score
Price HK$3.68
GF Value HK$5.24
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Pax Global Technology Beneish M-Score?

Pax Global Technology HKSE:00327 +3.37% 69 Beneish M-Score is -2.71 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates HKSE:00327 with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$5.24 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,917 Industrial Products companies, Pax Global Technology ranks better than 72.99% 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 -2.71 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

HKSE:00327' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.26   Med: -2.01   Max: -1.23
Current: -2.71

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Pax Global Technology was -1.23. The lowest was -3.26. And the median was -2.01.


Pax Global Technology Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pax Global Technology'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.

Pax Global Technology Beneish M-Score Chart

Pax Global Technology 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 -1.65 -2.04 -1.85 -2.83 -2.71

Pax Global Technology 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 -1.85 0.00 -2.83 0.00 -2.71

Pax Global Technology Beneish M-Score Competitor Comparison

For the Business Equipment & Supplies subindustry, Pax Global Technology'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.


Pax Global Technology Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Pax Global Technology's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Pax Global Technology 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 Pax Global Technology 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 * 1.1349+0.528 * 1.0828+0.404 * 0.8041+0.892 * 0.9715+0.115 * 0.871
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8573+4.679 * -0.055207-0.327 * 1.1253
=-2.71

* 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 HK$2,805 Mil.
Revenue was HK$5,873 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$2,560 Mil.
Total Current Assets was HK$8,532 Mil.
Total Assets was HK$9,979 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was HK$1,030 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was HK$112 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was HK$1,711 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was HK$1,895 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was HK$46 Mil.
Net Income was HK$754 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was HK$1,305 Mil.
Total Receivables was HK$2,544 Mil.
Revenue was HK$6,045 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$2,853 Mil.
Total Current Assets was HK$7,646 Mil.
Total Assets was HK$9,170 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was HK$1,047 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was HK$98 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was HK$2,054 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was HK$1,515 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was HK$70 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)
=(2804.738 / 5872.54) / (2543.884 / 6044.878)
=0.477602 / 0.420833
=1.1349

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)
=(2853.389 / 6044.878) / (2560.023 / 5872.54)
=0.472034 / 0.435931
=1.0828

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 - (8531.649 + 1030.281) / 9979.194) / (1 - (7646.119 + 1046.588) / 9169.505)
=0.041813 / 0.051998
=0.8041

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
=5872.54 / 6044.878
=0.9715

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))
=(98.039 / (98.039 + 1046.588)) / (112.37 / (112.37 + 1030.281))
=0.085651 / 0.098341
=0.871

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)
=(1710.5 / 5872.54) / (2053.866 / 6044.878)
=0.291271 / 0.33977
=0.8573

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)
=((46.146 + 1894.599) / 9979.194) / ((69.606 + 1515.159) / 9169.505)
=0.194479 / 0.17283
=1.1253

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
=(753.587 - 0 - 1304.509) / 9979.194
=-0.055207

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.

Pax Global Technology has a M-score of -2.71 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 -2.71 mean?
Pax Global Technology (HKSE:00327) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.71 as of Jul. 05, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Pax Global Technology and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Pax Global Technology ranks #788 out of 2917 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 27%.
Is Pax Global Technology's Beneish M-Score too high?
Pax Global Technology's current Beneish M-Score is -2.71. Based on the distribution chart, Pax Global Technology ranks #788 out of 2917 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Pax Global Technology has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pax Global Technology's Beneish M-Score compare to competitors?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Pax Global Technology ranks #788 out of 2917 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Pax Global Technology in the upper 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 Industrial Products company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Industrial Products 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 Pax Global Technology and its competitors. Pax Global Technology's current Beneish M-Score is -2.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pax Global Technology stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pax Global Technology (HKSE:00327) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$5.24, compared to a current price of HK$3.68 — trading 29.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.71. Pax Global Technology's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 3 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 Pax Global Technology (HKSE:00327), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.71 as of Jul. 05, 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 Pax Global Technology (HKSE:00327) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pax Global Technology stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of HK$3.68 is trading 29.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$5.24. GuruFocus considers Pax Global Technology to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:00327:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.71
  • GF Value™: HK$5.24 vs. price of HK$3.68 (29.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:00327 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Pax Global Technology Business Description

Other Exchanges PXGYF:USAP8X:Germany
Address 30 Harbour Road, 25th Floor, Room 2504, Sun Hung Kai Centre, Wanchai, Hong Kong, HKG
Pax Global Technology Ltd sells a variety of electronic payment devices. The company is principally engaged in the development and sales of E-payment Terminals products, provision of maintenance and installation, and payment solution services. Geographically, the firm generates the majority of its revenue from Hong Kong, followed by the United States of America, PRC (excluding Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macau), and Italy. Almost all of the company's revenue is derived from Sales of E-payment Terminal products.
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