Echo International Holdings Group (HKSE:08218) Beneish M-Score: -2.86 (As of Jul. 08, 2026)


HKSE:08218 Echo International Holdings Group Ltd HKSE:08218
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Price HK$0.11
GF Value HK$0.07
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Echo International Holdings Group Beneish M-Score?

Echo International Holdings Group HKSE:08218 -3.64% 39 Beneish M-Score is -2.86 as of Jul. 08, 2026. GuruFocus rates HKSE:08218 with a GF Score™ of 39/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$0.07 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,405 Hardware companies, Echo International Holdings Group ranks better than 77.21% 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 -2.86 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

HKSE:08218' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.77   Med: -3.85   Max: -1.26
Current: -2.86

During the past 14 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Echo International Holdings Group was -1.26. The lowest was -4.77. And the median was -3.85.


Echo International Holdings Group Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Echo International Holdings Group'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.

Echo International Holdings Group Beneish M-Score Chart

Echo International Holdings Group Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
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Echo International Holdings Group Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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 -2.35 0.00 -2.86 0.00 0.00

HKSE:08218 vs COHR, KEYS, GRMN: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, Echo International Holdings Group'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.


Echo International Holdings Group Beneish M-Score vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Echo International Holdings Group's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Echo International Holdings Group's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Echo International Holdings Group 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 Echo International Holdings Group 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 * 1.1271+0.528 * 0.9442+0.404 * 1.0384+0.892 * 0.9464+0.115 * 0.4837
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9241+4.679 * -0.083368-0.327 * 1.0045
=-2.86

* 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 (Mar25) TTM:Last Year (Mar24) TTM:
Total Receivables was HK$14.61 Mil.
Revenue was HK$61.97 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$15.32 Mil.
Total Current Assets was HK$39.34 Mil.
Total Assets was HK$69.06 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was HK$0.30 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was HK$2.07 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was HK$20.49 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was HK$19.27 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was HK$0.00 Mil.
Net Income was HK$-4.29 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$0.00 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was HK$1.47 Mil.
Total Receivables was HK$13.70 Mil.
Revenue was HK$65.48 Mil.
Gross Profit was HK$15.29 Mil.
Total Current Assets was HK$39.82 Mil.
Total Assets was HK$73.91 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was HK$3.76 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was HK$2.76 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was HK$23.42 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was HK$17.63 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was HK$2.91 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)
=(14.61 / 61.969) / (13.697 / 65.478)
=0.235763 / 0.209185
=1.1271

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)
=(15.286 / 65.478) / (15.321 / 61.969)
=0.233452 / 0.247237
=0.9442

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 - (39.336 + 0.298) / 69.055) / (1 - (39.823 + 3.763) / 73.911)
=0.426052 / 0.410291
=1.0384

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
=61.969 / 65.478
=0.9464

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))
=(2.758 / (2.758 + 3.763)) / (2.073 / (2.073 + 0.298))
=0.422941 / 0.874315
=0.4837

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)
=(20.485 / 61.969) / (23.424 / 65.478)
=0.330569 / 0.357738
=0.9241

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 + 19.273) / 69.055) / ((2.91 + 17.626) / 73.911)
=0.279096 / 0.277848
=1.0045

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
=(-4.288 - 0 - 1.469) / 69.055
=-0.083368

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.

Echo International Holdings Group has a M-score of -2.86 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 -2.86 mean?
Echo International Holdings Group (HKSE:08218) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.86 as of Jul. 08, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Echo International Holdings Group and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Echo International Holdings Group ranks #548 out of 2405 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 22.8%.
Is Echo International Holdings Group's Beneish M-Score too high?
Echo International Holdings Group's current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. Based on the distribution chart, Echo International Holdings Group ranks #548 out of 2405 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Echo International Holdings Group has a GF Score™ of 39/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Echo International Holdings Group's Beneish M-Score compare to COHR and KEYS?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Echo International Holdings Group ranks #548 out of 2405 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Echo International Holdings Group in the top 23% 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 Hardware company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Hardware 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 Echo International Holdings Group and its competitors. Echo International Holdings Group's current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Echo International Holdings Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Echo International Holdings Group (HKSE:08218) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.07, compared to a current price of HK$0.11 — trading 51.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. Echo International Holdings Group's overall GF Score™ is 39/100 with 5 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 Echo International Holdings Group (HKSE:08218), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.86 as of Jul. 08, 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 Echo International Holdings Group (HKSE:08218) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Echo International Holdings Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of HK$0.11 is trading 51.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.07. GuruFocus considers Echo International Holdings Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:08218:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.86
  • GF Value™: HK$0.07 vs. price of HK$0.11 (51.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 39/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:08218 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Echo International Holdings Group Business Description

Address 9 Hoi Shing Road, Room 3207A, 32nd Floor, Cable TV Tower, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong, HKG
Echo International Holdings Group Ltd is an investment holding company. Its operating segments include trading of electronic products, manufacturing and trading of electronic products and accessories, provision of food catering services, and trading of timepieces. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the sale of electronic products and accessories. The Group also provides one-stop complete electronic product manufacturing and assembly services, including products such as security alarms, buzzers, fire alarms, massage toners, fishing indicators, and communicators. It operates in Hong Kong, Asian countries, European countries, North and South America, Australia, and other regions, with the majority of revenue derived from European countries.
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