MECOM Power and Construction (HKSE:01183) Beneish M-Score: -3.12 (As of Aug. 15, 2026)

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HKSE:01183 MECOM Power and Construction Ltd HKSE:01183
65 GF Score
Price HK$0.14
GF Value HK$0.23
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is MECOM Power and Construction Beneish M-Score?

MECOM Power and Construction HKSE:01183 65 Beneish M-Score is -3.12 as of Aug. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates HKSE:01183 with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$0.23 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 590 Steel companies, MECOM Power and Construction ranks better than 85.59% 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 -3.12 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

HKSE:01183' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.41   Med: -0.5   Max: 6.76
Current: -3.12

During the past 12 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of MECOM Power and Construction was 6.76. The lowest was -3.41. And the median was -0.50.


MECOM Power and Construction Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MECOM Power and Construction'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.

MECOM Power and Construction Beneish M-Score Chart

MECOM Power and Construction 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 -0.50 -0.33 -2.09 -3.41 -3.12

MECOM Power and Construction Semi-Annual Data
Dec15 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 -2.09 0.00 -3.41 0.00 -3.12

HKSE:01183 vs NUE, STLD, RS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, MECOM Power and Construction'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.


MECOM Power and Construction Beneish M-Score vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, MECOM Power and Construction's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where MECOM Power and Construction's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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MECOM Power and Construction 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 MECOM Power and Construction 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 * 0.9162+0.528 * 0.7916+0.404 * 0.4095+0.892 * 1.2283+0.115 * 0.4016
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1339+4.679 * -0.066331-0.327 * 1.0401
=-3.12

* 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$560 Mil.
Revenue was HK$1,797 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$178 Mil.
Total Current Assets was HK$907 Mil.
Total Assets was HK$1,241 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was HK$332 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was HK$26 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was HK$146 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was HK$673 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was HK$71 Mil.
Net Income was HK$14 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was HK$97 Mil.
Total Receivables was HK$498 Mil.
Revenue was HK$1,463 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$115 Mil.
Total Current Assets was HK$769 Mil.
Total Assets was HK$1,106 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was HK$332 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was HK$10 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was HK$105 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was HK$547 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was HK$91 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)
=(560.042 / 1797.241) / (497.66 / 1463.198)
=0.311612 / 0.340118
=0.9162

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)
=(115.022 / 1463.198) / (178.473 / 1797.241)
=0.07861 / 0.099304
=0.7916

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 - (906.66 + 332.237) / 1241.315) / (1 - (769.486 + 331.561) / 1106.31)
=0.001948 / 0.004757
=0.4095

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
=1797.241 / 1463.198
=1.2283

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))
=(10.116 / (10.116 + 331.561)) / (26.443 / (26.443 + 332.237))
=0.029607 / 0.073723
=0.4016

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)
=(146.103 / 1797.241) / (104.903 / 1463.198)
=0.081293 / 0.071694
=1.1339

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)
=((71.468 + 673.435) / 1241.315) / ((91.312 + 546.957) / 1106.31)
=0.600092 / 0.576935
=1.0401

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
=(14.455 - 0 - 96.793) / 1241.315
=-0.066331

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.

MECOM Power and Construction has a M-score of -3.12 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 -3.12 mean?
MECOM Power and Construction (HKSE:01183) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.12 as of Aug. 15, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on MECOM Power and Construction and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, MECOM Power and Construction ranks #85 out of 590 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 14.4%.
Is MECOM Power and Construction's Beneish M-Score too high?
MECOM Power and Construction's current Beneish M-Score is -3.12. Based on the distribution chart, MECOM Power and Construction ranks #85 out of 590 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, MECOM Power and Construction has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MECOM Power and Construction's Beneish M-Score compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, MECOM Power and Construction ranks #85 out of 590 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places MECOM Power and Construction in the top 14% 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 Steel company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Steel 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 MECOM Power and Construction and its competitors. MECOM Power and Construction's current Beneish M-Score is -3.12. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MECOM Power and Construction stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MECOM Power and Construction (HKSE:01183) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.23, compared to a current price of HK$0.14 — trading 41.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.12. MECOM Power and Construction's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 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 MECOM Power and Construction (HKSE:01183), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.12 as of Aug. 15, 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 MECOM Power and Construction (HKSE:01183) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MECOM Power and Construction stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of HK$0.14 is trading 41.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.23. GuruFocus considers MECOM Power and Construction to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:01183:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.12
  • GF Value™: HK$0.23 vs. price of HK$0.14 (41.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:01183 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


MECOM Power and Construction Business Description

Address No. 258 Alameda Dr. Carlos D’Assumpcao, Units Q, R and S, Kin Fu Kuok, 6th Floor, Praca Kin Heng Long-Heng Hoi Kuok, Macau, MAC
MECOM Power and Construction Ltd is a construction company engaged in construction of power substation and structural steelworks. Its scope covers steel structures business, including research and development and sales of new construction materials; construction business, including construction and fitting out works, high voltage power substation construction and its system installation works, E&M engineering services works, facilities management and operation and maintenance services, construction, operation and maintenance of data centres; and electric vehicles related services. Its segments are: Construction business, Electric vehicles business, and Intelligent manufacturing business. It derives maximum revenue from Intelligent manufacturing business.
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