City Lodge Hotels (JSE:CLH) Beneish M-Score: -2.64 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


JSE:CLH City Lodge Hotels Ltd JSE:CLH
58 GF Score
Price R4.35
GF Value R5.85
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is City Lodge Hotels Beneish M-Score?

City Lodge Hotels JSE:CLH -0.23% 58 Beneish M-Score is -2.64 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:CLH with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of R5.85 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 824 Travel & Leisure companies, City Lodge Hotels ranks better than 50.24% 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 City Lodge Hotels's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

JSE:CLH' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.35   Med: -2.52   Max: 1.01
Current: -2.64

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of City Lodge Hotels was 1.01. The lowest was -4.35. And the median was -2.52.


City Lodge Hotels Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for City Lodge Hotels'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.

City Lodge Hotels Beneish M-Score Chart

City Lodge Hotels Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -0.96 1.01 -3.22 -2.32 -2.64

City Lodge Hotels Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 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 0.00 -2.32 0.00 -2.64 0.00

JSE:CLH vs MAR, HLT, H: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Lodging subindustry, City Lodge Hotels'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.


City Lodge Hotels Beneish M-Score vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, City Lodge Hotels's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where City Lodge Hotels's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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City Lodge Hotels 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 City Lodge Hotels 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 * 0.9851+0.528 * 0.9995+0.404 * 0.6559+0.892 * 1.0347+0.115 * 1.0081
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9424+4.679 * -0.011099-0.327 * 0.9755
=-2.64

* 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 (Jun25) TTM:Last Year (Jun24) TTM:
Total Receivables was R114 Mil.
Revenue was R1,997 Mil.
Gross Profit was R839 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R195 Mil.
Total Assets was R3,076 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R2,846 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R180 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R50 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R363 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R1,379 Mil.
Net Income was R213 Mil.
Gross Profit was R0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was R247 Mil.
Total Receivables was R112 Mil.
Revenue was R1,931 Mil.
Gross Profit was R810 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R232 Mil.
Total Assets was R2,964 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R2,680 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R171 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R51 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R384 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R1,336 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)
=(114.097 / 1997.45) / (111.942 / 1930.538)
=0.057121 / 0.057985
=0.9851

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)
=(810.472 / 1930.538) / (838.948 / 1997.45)
=0.419817 / 0.42001
=0.9995

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 - (195.165 + 2845.527) / 3076.098) / (1 - (231.747 + 2680.022) / 2963.778)
=0.01151 / 0.017548
=0.6559

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
=1997.45 / 1930.538
=1.0347

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))
=(171.302 / (171.302 + 2680.022)) / (180.333 / (180.333 + 2845.527))
=0.060078 / 0.059597
=1.0081

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)
=(50.097 / 1997.45) / (51.378 / 1930.538)
=0.02508 / 0.026613
=0.9424

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)
=((1379.217 + 362.833) / 3076.098) / ((1336.312 + 384.328) / 2963.778)
=0.566318 / 0.580556
=0.9755

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
=(212.979 - 0 - 247.12) / 3076.098
=-0.011099

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.

City Lodge Hotels has a M-score of -2.64 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?
City Lodge Hotels (JSE:CLH) 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 City Lodge Hotels and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, City Lodge Hotels ranks #410 out of 824 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 49.8%.
Is City Lodge Hotels' Beneish M-Score too high?
City Lodge Hotels' current Beneish M-Score is -2.64. Based on the distribution chart, City Lodge Hotels ranks #410 out of 824 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, City Lodge Hotels has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does City Lodge Hotels' Beneish M-Score compare to MAR and HLT?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, City Lodge Hotels ranks #410 out of 824 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts City Lodge Hotels 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 Travel & Leisure company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Travel & Leisure 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 City Lodge Hotels and its competitors. City Lodge Hotels'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 City Lodge Hotels stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, City Lodge Hotels (JSE:CLH) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R5.85, compared to a current price of R4.35 — trading 25.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.64. City Lodge Hotels' overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 4 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 City Lodge Hotels (JSE:CLH), 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 City Lodge Hotels (JSE:CLH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, City Lodge Hotels stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R4.35 is trading 25.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of R5.85. GuruFocus considers City Lodge Hotels to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:CLH:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.64
  • GF Value™: R5.85 vs. price of R4.35 (25.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 4 warning signs

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


City Lodge Hotels Business Description

Other Exchanges CTYLF:USA
Address Corner Homestead Avenue and Main Road, The Lodge, Bryanston Gate Office Park, Bryanston, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2191
City Lodge Hotels Ltd is a provider of lodging facilities in South Africa. The company's operating segment includes City Lodge; Town Lodge; Road Lodge; Courtyard Hotel; and the rest of Africa. It generates maximum revenue from the City Lodge segment.
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