Adcorp Holdings (JSE:ADR) Beneish M-Score: -2.34 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


JSE:ADR Adcorp Holdings Ltd JSE:ADR
62 GF Score
Price R6.03
GF Value R4.60
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Adcorp Holdings Beneish M-Score?

Adcorp Holdings JSE:ADR -1.63% 62 Beneish M-Score is -2.34 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:ADR with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of R4.60 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,020 Business Services companies, Adcorp Holdings ranks worse than 65.98% 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 -2.34 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

JSE:ADR' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.49   Med: -2.73   Max: -2.3
Current: -2.34

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Adcorp Holdings was -2.30. The lowest was -3.49. And the median was -2.73.


Adcorp Holdings Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Adcorp 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.

Adcorp Holdings Beneish M-Score Chart

Adcorp Holdings Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.55 -2.81 -2.30 -2.80 -2.34

Adcorp Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Aug16 Feb17 Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Feb20 Aug20 Feb21 Aug21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
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 -2.30 0.00 -2.80 0.00 -2.34

JSE:ADR vs KFY, RHI, TNET: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Adcorp 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.


Adcorp Holdings Beneish M-Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Adcorp Holdings's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Adcorp 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 Adcorp 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 * 1.0257+0.528 * 0.9918+0.404 * 1.0105+0.892 * 0.9412+0.115 * 0.8346
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0579+4.679 * 0.037052-0.327 * 0.9343
=-2.34

* 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 (Feb26) TTM:Last Year (Feb25) TTM:
Total Receivables was R1,545 Mil.
Revenue was R12,458 Mil.
Gross Profit was R1,235 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R2,025 Mil.
Total Assets was R3,027 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R205 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R70 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R22 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R1,209 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R267 Mil.
Net Income was R146 Mil.
Gross Profit was R0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was R34 Mil.
Total Receivables was R1,600 Mil.
Revenue was R13,237 Mil.
Gross Profit was R1,301 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R2,150 Mil.
Total Assets was R3,268 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R266 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R72 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R22 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R1,401 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R305 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)
=(1544.803 / 12458.013) / (1600.191 / 13236.678)
=0.124001 / 0.120891
=1.0257

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)
=(1301.453 / 13236.678) / (1235.069 / 12458.013)
=0.098322 / 0.099139
=0.9918

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 - (2025.135 + 204.766) / 3026.537) / (1 - (2150.378 + 266.49) / 3268.18)
=0.263217 / 0.260485
=1.0105

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
=12458.013 / 13236.678
=0.9412

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))
=(71.662 / (71.662 + 266.49)) / (69.688 / (69.688 + 204.766))
=0.211922 / 0.253915
=0.8346

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)
=(22.327 / 12458.013) / (22.421 / 13236.678)
=0.001792 / 0.001694
=1.0579

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)
=((266.998 + 1209.48) / 3026.537) / ((305.455 + 1401.084) / 3268.18)
=0.487844 / 0.522168
=0.9343

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
=(146.107 - 0 - 33.968) / 3026.537
=0.037052

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.

Adcorp Holdings has a M-score of -2.34 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 -2.34 mean?
Adcorp Holdings (JSE:ADR) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.34 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Adcorp Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Adcorp Holdings ranks #673 out of 1020 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 66%.
Is Adcorp Holdings' Beneish M-Score too high?
Adcorp Holdings' current Beneish M-Score is -2.34. Based on the distribution chart, Adcorp Holdings ranks #673 out of 1020 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Adcorp Holdings has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Adcorp Holdings' Beneish M-Score compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Adcorp Holdings ranks #673 out of 1020 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Adcorp 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 a Business Services company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Business Services 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 Adcorp Holdings and its competitors. Adcorp Holdings's current Beneish M-Score is -2.34. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Adcorp Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adcorp Holdings (JSE:ADR) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R4.60, compared to a current price of R6.03 — trading 31.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.34. Adcorp Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 62/100 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 Adcorp Holdings (JSE:ADR), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.34 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 Adcorp Holdings (JSE:ADR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adcorp Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R6.03 is trading 31.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of R4.60. GuruFocus considers Adcorp Holdings to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:ADR:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.34
  • GF Value™: R4.60 vs. price of R6.03 (31.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Adcorp Holdings Business Description

Address 102 Western Service Road, Adcorp Place, Gallo Manor Ext 6, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2191
Adcorp Holdings Ltd is engaged in providing workplace solutions. The company renders services in the fields of permanent recruitment and flexible staffing sectors, professional IT services, as well as the provision of business process outsourcing, training, and financial services. Its operating segments are Contingent staffing, Professional Services, Business support. and Contingent staffing Australia. The geographical segments are South Africa and International.
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