360 Ludashi Holdings (HKSE:03601) Beneish M-Score: -2.44 (As of Aug. 17, 2026)

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HKSE:03601 360 Ludashi Holdings Ltd HKSE:03601
88 GF Score
Price HK$0.68
GF Value HK$1.24
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is 360 Ludashi Holdings Beneish M-Score?

360 Ludashi Holdings HKSE:03601 -1.45% 88 Beneish M-Score is -2.44 as of Aug. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates HKSE:03601 with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$1.24 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 528 Interactive Media companies, 360 Ludashi Holdings ranks worse than 64.2% 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 -2.44 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for 360 Ludashi Holdings's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

HKSE:03601' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.96   Med: -1.74   Max: -0.34
Current: -2.44

During the past 10 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of 360 Ludashi Holdings was -0.34. The lowest was -2.96. And the median was -1.74.


360 Ludashi Holdings Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for 360 Ludashi Holdings'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.

360 Ludashi Holdings Beneish M-Score Chart

360 Ludashi Holdings 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 -2.96 -2.88 -0.93 -0.59 -2.44

360 Ludashi Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Dec17 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 -0.93 0.00 -0.59 0.00 -2.44

HKSE:03601 vs GOOGL, META, SPOT: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, 360 Ludashi Holdings'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.


360 Ludashi Holdings Beneish M-Score vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, 360 Ludashi Holdings's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where 360 Ludashi Holdings's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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360 Ludashi Holdings 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 360 Ludashi Holdings 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 * 1.1913+0.528 * 1.0495+0.404 * 0.8161+0.892 * 0.8587+0.115 * 0.7015
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9939+4.679 * -0.001053-0.327 * 0.7662
=-2.44

* 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$204 Mil.
Revenue was HK$1,206 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$138 Mil.
Total Current Assets was HK$784 Mil.
Total Assets was HK$834 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was HK$4 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was HK$5 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was HK$72 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was HK$88 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was HK$0 Mil.
Net Income was HK$29 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was HK$30 Mil.
Total Receivables was HK$200 Mil.
Revenue was HK$1,404 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$169 Mil.
Total Current Assets was HK$773 Mil.
Total Assets was HK$838 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was HK$9 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was HK$5 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was HK$84 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was HK$113 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was HK$3 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)
=(204.423 / 1205.667) / (199.829 / 1404.07)
=0.169552 / 0.142321
=1.1913

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)
=(168.768 / 1404.07) / (138.083 / 1205.667)
=0.120199 / 0.114528
=1.0495

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 - (784.408 + 4.315) / 833.923) / (1 - (773.418 + 8.541) / 837.588)
=0.054202 / 0.066416
=0.8161

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
=1205.667 / 1404.07
=0.8587

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))
=(4.983 / (4.983 + 8.541)) / (4.774 / (4.774 + 4.315))
=0.368456 / 0.52525
=0.7015

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)
=(71.763 / 1205.667) / (84.086 / 1404.07)
=0.059521 / 0.059887
=0.9939

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)
=((0.082 + 87.668) / 833.923) / ((2.511 + 112.522) / 837.588)
=0.105226 / 0.137338
=0.7662

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
=(28.838 - 0 - 29.716) / 833.923
=-0.001053

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.

360 Ludashi Holdings has a M-score of -2.44 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 -2.44 mean?
360 Ludashi Holdings (HKSE:03601) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.44 as of Aug. 17, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on 360 Ludashi Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, 360 Ludashi Holdings ranks #339 out of 528 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 64.2%.
Is 360 Ludashi Holdings' Beneish M-Score too high?
360 Ludashi Holdings' current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. Based on the distribution chart, 360 Ludashi Holdings ranks #339 out of 528 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, 360 Ludashi Holdings has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does 360 Ludashi Holdings' Beneish M-Score compare to GOOGL and META?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, 360 Ludashi Holdings ranks #339 out of 528 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places 360 Ludashi Holdings 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 Interactive Media company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Interactive Media 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 360 Ludashi Holdings and its competitors. 360 Ludashi Holdings's current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is 360 Ludashi Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 360 Ludashi Holdings (HKSE:03601) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$1.24, compared to a current price of HK$0.68 — trading 45.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.44. 360 Ludashi Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 88/100 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 360 Ludashi Holdings (HKSE:03601), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.44 as of Aug. 17, 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 360 Ludashi Holdings (HKSE:03601) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 360 Ludashi Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of HK$0.68 is trading 45.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$1.24. GuruFocus considers 360 Ludashi Holdings to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:03601:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.44
  • GF Value™: HK$1.24 vs. price of HK$0.68 (45.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:03601 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


360 Ludashi Holdings Business Description

Address 1268 Tianfu Avenue, 11th Floor, 11-24 Tianfu Software Site E1, High-tech Zone, Sichuan Province, Chengdu, CHN, 610041
360 Ludashi Holdings Ltd develops PC and mobile devices utility software offered free-of-charge to users and monetized through online advertising and online game business. Ludashi Software specializes in PC and smartphone hardware and system benchmarking and monitoring. The Group has accumulated a large user base through free download and installation of Ludashi Software and other utility software. It also provides precise traffic placement and referral services for live streaming and short video content on mobile e-commerce platforms, generating stable revenue from online advertising. Its segments include online traffic monetization and electronic devices sales, with online traffic monetization generating maximum revenue. The Group generates maximum revenue from the PRC.
88GF Score

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