Hosken Consolidated Investments (JSE:HCI) Beneish M-Score: -2.46 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


JSE:HCI Hosken Consolidated Investments Ltd JSE:HCI
74 GF Score
Price R164.26
GF Value R181.51
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Hosken Consolidated Investments Beneish M-Score?

Hosken Consolidated Investments JSE:HCI -2.14% 74 Beneish M-Score is -2.46 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:HCI with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of R181.51 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 537 Conglomerates companies, Hosken Consolidated Investments ranks worse than 53.45% 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 -2.46 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

JSE:HCI' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.07   Med: -2.59   Max: -2.04
Current: -2.46

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Hosken Consolidated Investments was -2.04. The lowest was -3.07. And the median was -2.59.


Hosken Consolidated Investments Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hosken Consolidated Investments'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.

Hosken Consolidated Investments Beneish M-Score Chart

Hosken Consolidated Investments Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.39 -2.32 -2.57 -2.04 -2.46

Hosken Consolidated Investments 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 -2.57 0.00 -2.04 0.00 -2.46

JSE:HCI vs HON, MMM: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Hosken Consolidated Investments'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.


Hosken Consolidated Investments Beneish M-Score vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Hosken Consolidated Investments's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hosken Consolidated Investments's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Hosken Consolidated Investments 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 Hosken Consolidated Investments 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 * 1.0519+0.528 * 1+0.404 * 0.9158+0.892 * 1.0314+0.115 * 1.0007
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.008021-0.327 * 0.962
=-2.46

* 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 R2,044 Mil.
Revenue was R24,172 Mil.
Gross Profit was R24,172 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R10,698 Mil.
Total Assets was R64,182 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R28,903 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R1,143 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R6,279 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R10,245 Mil.
Net Income was R2,538 Mil.
Gross Profit was R0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was R3,053 Mil.
Total Receivables was R1,884 Mil.
Revenue was R23,437 Mil.
Gross Profit was R23,437 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R8,017 Mil.
Total Assets was R64,270 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R29,375 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R1,163 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R5,660 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R11,539 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)
=(2044.082 / 24172.493) / (1884.009 / 23436.78)
=0.084562 / 0.080387
=1.0519

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)
=(23436.78 / 23436.78) / (24172.493 / 24172.493)
=1 / 1
=1

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 - (10697.934 + 28902.516) / 64181.992) / (1 - (8016.515 + 29374.941) / 64269.537)
=0.382997 / 0.418209
=0.9158

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
=24172.493 / 23436.78
=1.0314

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))
=(1162.799 / (1162.799 + 29374.941)) / (1143.204 / (1143.204 + 28902.516))
=0.038077 / 0.038049
=1.0007

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)
=(0 / 24172.493) / (0 / 23436.78)
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=((10245.217 + 6278.964) / 64181.992) / ((11539.131 + 5660.454) / 64269.537)
=0.257458 / 0.267616
=0.962

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
=(2538.489 - 0 - 3053.28) / 64181.992
=-0.008021

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.

Hosken Consolidated Investments has a M-score of -2.46 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 -2.46 mean?
Hosken Consolidated Investments (JSE:HCI) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.46 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Hosken Consolidated Investments and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Hosken Consolidated Investments ranks #287 out of 537 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 53.4%.
Is Hosken Consolidated Investments' Beneish M-Score too high?
Hosken Consolidated Investments' current Beneish M-Score is -2.46. Based on the distribution chart, Hosken Consolidated Investments ranks #287 out of 537 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hosken Consolidated Investments has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hosken Consolidated Investments' Beneish M-Score compare to HON and MMM?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Hosken Consolidated Investments ranks #287 out of 537 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Hosken Consolidated Investments 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 Conglomerates company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Conglomerates 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 Hosken Consolidated Investments and its competitors. Hosken Consolidated Investments's current Beneish M-Score is -2.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hosken Consolidated Investments stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hosken Consolidated Investments (JSE:HCI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R181.51, compared to a current price of R164.26 — trading 9.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.46. Hosken Consolidated Investments' overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 Hosken Consolidated Investments (JSE:HCI), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.46 as of Jun. 26, 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 Hosken Consolidated Investments (JSE:HCI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hosken Consolidated Investments stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R164.26 is trading 9.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of R181.51. GuruFocus considers Hosken Consolidated Investments to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:HCI:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.46
  • GF Value™: R181.51 vs. price of R164.26 (9.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Hosken Consolidated Investments Business Description

Address 76 Regent Road, Suite 801, Sea Point, Cape Town, WC, ZAF, 8005
Hosken Consolidated Investments Ltd is an investment holdings company. The group is involved in a diverse group of investments including Media and broadcasting; Gaming; Transport; Properties; Coal mining; Branded products and manufacturing and other. It generates maximum revenue from the Branded products and manufacturing segment. Geographically, it operates in South Africa; Other African countries and Middle East; and Europe and United Kingdom.
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