JNPKF (Jenoptik AG) Beneish M-Score: -2.64 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


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What is Jenoptik AG Beneish M-Score?

Jenoptik AG JNPKF 73 Beneish M-Score is -2.64 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates JNPKF with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $29.26 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,403 Hardware companies, Jenoptik AG ranks better than 64.21% 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 -2.64 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

JNPKF' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.13   Med: -2.67   Max: -2.15
Current: -2.64

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Jenoptik AG was -2.15. The lowest was -3.13. And the median was -2.67.


Jenoptik AG Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Jenoptik AG'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.

Jenoptik AG Beneish M-Score Chart

Jenoptik AG 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 -2.92 -2.67 -2.71 -2.62 -2.80

Jenoptik AG Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 -2.67 -2.70 -2.73 -2.80 -2.64

JNPKF vs APH, GLW, TEL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Jenoptik AG'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.


Jenoptik AG Beneish M-Score vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Jenoptik AG's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Jenoptik AG's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Jenoptik AG 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 Jenoptik AG 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 * 1.1504+0.528 * 0.9959+0.404 * 0.9699+0.892 * 1.0215+0.115 * 0.9986
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0762+4.679 * -0.055873-0.327 * 0.9224
=-2.59

* 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 (Mar26) TTM:Last Year (Mar25) TTM:
Total Receivables was $256 Mil.
Revenue was 278.86 + 342.823 + 299.074 + 293.892 = $1,215 Mil.
Gross Profit was 98.748 + 112.423 + 99.405 + 92.511 = $403 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $678 Mil.
Total Assets was $1,972 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $489 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $89 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $194 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $296 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $427 Mil.
Net Income was 19.357 + 31.021 + 24.984 + 17.245 = $93 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = $0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 26.276 + 92.598 + 62.014 + 21.918 = $203 Mil.
Total Receivables was $218 Mil.
Revenue was 263.337 + 314.839 + 304.454 + 306.411 = $1,189 Mil.
Gross Profit was 81.468 + 101.004 + 104.822 + 105.673 = $393 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $603 Mil.
Total Assets was $1,821 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $450 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $82 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $177 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $397 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $328 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)
=(255.782 / 1214.649) / (217.654 / 1189.041)
=0.210581 / 0.18305
=1.1504

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)
=(392.967 / 1189.041) / (403.087 / 1214.649)
=0.330491 / 0.331855
=0.9959

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 - (677.63 + 488.657) / 1972.296) / (1 - (603.339 + 450.31) / 1820.912)
=0.408665 / 0.421362
=0.9699

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
=1214.649 / 1189.041
=1.0215

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))
=(81.694 / (81.694 + 450.31)) / (88.798 / (88.798 + 488.657))
=0.153559 / 0.153775
=0.9986

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)
=(194.181 / 1214.649) / (176.62 / 1189.041)
=0.159866 / 0.14854
=1.0762

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)
=((427.427 + 296.051) / 1972.296) / ((327.555 + 396.55) / 1820.912)
=0.36682 / 0.397661
=0.9224

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
=(92.607 - 0 - 202.806) / 1972.296
=-0.055873

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.

Jenoptik AG has a M-score of -2.59 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 -2.64 mean?
Jenoptik AG (JNPKF) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.64 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Jenoptik AG and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Jenoptik AG ranks #860 out of 2403 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 35.8%.
Is Jenoptik AG's Beneish M-Score too high?
Jenoptik AG's current Beneish M-Score is -2.64. Based on the distribution chart, Jenoptik AG ranks #860 out of 2403 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Jenoptik AG has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jenoptik AG's Beneish M-Score compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Jenoptik AG ranks #860 out of 2403 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Jenoptik AG 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 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 Jenoptik AG and its competitors. Jenoptik AG's current Beneish M-Score is -2.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Jenoptik AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jenoptik AG (JNPKF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $29.26, compared to a current price of $53.58 — trading 83.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.64. Jenoptik AG's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 8 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 Jenoptik AG (JNPKF), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.64 as of Jun. 25, 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 Jenoptik AG (JNPKF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jenoptik AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $53.58 is trading 83.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $29.26. GuruFocus considers Jenoptik AG to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for JNPKF:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.64
  • GF Value™: $29.26 vs. price of $53.58 (83.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 8 warning signs

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


Jenoptik AG Business Description

Address Carl-Zeiss-Strasse 1, Jena, DEU, 07743
Jenoptik AG is a Germany-based company that manufactures and distributes optical technology products to the semiconductor equipment, automotive, medical technology, defense, security, and aviation industries. Its products include optoelectronic systems, power supply, and drive systems, industrial metrology, camera and camera modules, laser technology, light-emitting diode technology, aviation systems, and traffic safety systems. The company's operating segments are; Photonic Solutions which generates key revenue, Smart Mobility Solutions, and Non-Photonic portfolio and others.
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