Invicta Holdings (JSE:IVT) Beneish M-Score: -2.15 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


JSE:IVT Invicta Holdings Ltd JSE:IVT
84 GF Score
Price R36.50
GF Value R39.12
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Invicta Holdings Beneish M-Score?

Invicta Holdings JSE:IVT 84 Beneish M-Score is -2.15 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:IVT with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of R39.12 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 151 Industrial Distribution companies, Invicta Holdings ranks worse than 85.43% 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 -2.15 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

JSE:IVT' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.26   Med: -2.39   Max: -0.91
Current: -2.15

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Invicta Holdings was -0.91. The lowest was -3.26. And the median was -2.39.


Invicta Holdings Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Invicta 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.

Invicta Holdings Beneish M-Score Chart

Invicta Holdings Annual Data
Trend Mar16 Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -3.26 -0.91 -2.38 -2.39 -2.15

Invicta Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Mar16 Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25
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 -2.39 0.00 -2.15 0.00

JSE:IVT vs GWW, FAST, FERG: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Invicta 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.


Invicta Holdings Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Invicta Holdings's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Invicta 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 Invicta 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 * 1.0292+0.528 * 0.9896+0.404 * 1.0295+0.892 * 1.0606+0.115 * 1.0362
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.965+4.679 * 0.054532-0.327 * 1.0759
=-2.15

* 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 R1,276 Mil.
Revenue was R8,112 Mil.
Gross Profit was R2,646 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R5,349 Mil.
Total Assets was R9,206 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R1,296 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R198 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R1,875 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R2,159 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R1,337 Mil.
Net Income was R769 Mil.
Gross Profit was R0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was R267 Mil.
Total Receivables was R1,169 Mil.
Revenue was R7,649 Mil.
Gross Profit was R2,469 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R5,432 Mil.
Total Assets was R9,314 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R1,365 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R217 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R1,832 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R1,898 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R1,390 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)
=(1276.438 / 8111.903) / (1169.331 / 7648.557)
=0.157354 / 0.152883
=1.0292

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)
=(2468.995 / 7648.557) / (2645.973 / 8111.903)
=0.322805 / 0.326184
=0.9896

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 - (5348.961 + 1295.665) / 9206.316) / (1 - (5431.673 + 1364.524) / 9313.56)
=0.278254 / 0.27029
=1.0295

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
=8111.903 / 7648.557
=1.0606

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))
=(217.332 / (217.332 + 1364.524)) / (198.045 / (198.045 + 1295.665))
=0.137391 / 0.132586
=1.0362

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)
=(1875.313 / 8111.903) / (1832.406 / 7648.557)
=0.23118 / 0.239575
=0.965

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)
=((1337.396 + 2159.158) / 9206.316) / ((1389.865 + 1897.751) / 9313.56)
=0.379799 / 0.352992
=1.0759

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
=(769.014 - 0 - 266.973) / 9206.316
=0.054532

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.

Invicta Holdings has a M-score of -2.15 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 -2.15 mean?
Invicta Holdings (JSE:IVT) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.15 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Invicta Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Invicta Holdings ranks #129 out of 151 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 85.4%.
Is Invicta Holdings' Beneish M-Score too high?
Invicta Holdings' current Beneish M-Score is -2.15. Based on the distribution chart, Invicta Holdings ranks #129 out of 151 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Invicta Holdings has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Invicta Holdings' Beneish M-Score compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Invicta Holdings ranks #129 out of 151 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Invicta 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Industrial Distribution 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 Invicta Holdings and its competitors. Invicta Holdings's current Beneish M-Score is -2.15. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Invicta Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Invicta Holdings (JSE:IVT) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R39.12, compared to a current price of R36.50 — trading 6.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.15. Invicta Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Invicta Holdings (JSE:IVT), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.15 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 Invicta Holdings (JSE:IVT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Invicta Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R36.50 is trading 6.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of R39.12. GuruFocus considers Invicta Holdings to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:IVT:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.15
  • GF Value™: R39.12 vs. price of R36.50 (6.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Invicta Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges IVCHF:USAI5J:Germany
Address 3 Droste Crescent, Droste Park Extension 7, Jeppestown, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2001
Invicta Holdings Ltd is an investment holding management company. The company's segment includes Replacement Parts, Services, and Solutions for Earth-Moving Equipment (RPE), Industrial sectors (RPI), and Auto-Agri applications (RPA), along with Kian Ann Group (KAG). It also offers Capital Equipment and Related Parts and Services which Kian Ann Group supports. It earns the majority of the revenue from RPI Industrial segment.
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