Trematon Capital Investments (JSE:TMT) Beneish M-Score: -2.91 (As of Jul. 18, 2026)

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JSE:TMT Trematon Capital Investments Ltd JSE:TMT
54 GF Score
Price R1.24
GF Value R11.85
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Trematon Capital Investments Beneish M-Score?

Trematon Capital Investments JSE:TMT 54 Beneish M-Score is -2.91 as of Jul. 18, 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:TMT with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of R11.85 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,682 Real Estate companies, Trematon Capital Investments ranks better than 81.51% 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 -2.91 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

JSE:TMT' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.91   Med: -2.64   Max: -1.01
Current: -2.91

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Trematon Capital Investments was -1.01. The lowest was -2.91. And the median was -2.64.


Trematon Capital Investments Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Trematon Capital 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.

Trematon Capital Investments Beneish M-Score Chart

Trematon Capital Investments Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.88 -2.62 -2.02 -1.38 -2.91

Trematon Capital Investments 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 0.00 -1.38 0.00 -2.91 0.00

JSE:TMT vs CBRE, BEKE, JLL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Real Estate Services subindustry, Trematon Capital 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.


Trematon Capital Investments Beneish M-Score vs Real Estate Industry

For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, Trematon Capital Investments's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Trematon Capital 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 Trematon Capital 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 * 1.1944+0.528 * 1.0242+0.404 * 0.3608+0.892 * 1.0329+0.115 * 0.8812
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.091414-0.327 * 0.8508
=-2.91

* 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 (Aug25) TTM:Last Year (Aug24) TTM:
Total Receivables was R13.9 Mil.
Revenue was R297.0 Mil.
Gross Profit was R257.5 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R144.7 Mil.
Total Assets was R642.3 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R327.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R13.4 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R0.0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R86.1 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R213.1 Mil.
Net Income was R-91.5 Mil.
Gross Profit was R0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was R-32.7 Mil.
Total Receivables was R11.2 Mil.
Revenue was R287.5 Mil.
Gross Profit was R255.4 Mil.
Total Current Assets was R268.3 Mil.
Total Assets was R2,384.6 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was R367.0 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was R13.2 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was R0.0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was R245.7 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was R1,059.5 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)
=(13.873 / 297.002) / (11.245 / 287.543)
=0.04671 / 0.039107
=1.1944

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)
=(255.386 / 287.543) / (257.543 / 297.002)
=0.888166 / 0.867142
=1.0242

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 - (144.732 + 327.586) / 642.32) / (1 - (268.303 + 367.019) / 2384.621)
=0.264669 / 0.733575
=0.3608

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
=297.002 / 287.543
=1.0329

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))
=(13.153 / (13.153 + 367.019)) / (13.387 / (13.387 + 327.586))
=0.034597 / 0.039261
=0.8812

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 / 297.002) / (0 / 287.543)
=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)
=((213.058 + 86.071) / 642.32) / ((1059.525 + 245.682) / 2384.621)
=0.465701 / 0.547344
=0.8508

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
=(-91.458 - 0 - -32.741) / 642.32
=-0.091414

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.

Trematon Capital Investments has a M-score of -2.91 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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What does a Beneish M-Score of -2.91 mean?
Trematon Capital Investments (JSE:TMT) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.91 as of Jul. 18, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Trematon Capital Investments and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Trematon Capital Investments ranks #311 out of 1682 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 18.5%.
Is Trematon Capital Investments' Beneish M-Score too high?
Trematon Capital Investments' current Beneish M-Score is -2.91. Based on the distribution chart, Trematon Capital Investments ranks #311 out of 1682 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Trematon Capital Investments has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Trematon Capital Investments' Beneish M-Score compare to CBRE and BEKE?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, Trematon Capital Investments ranks #311 out of 1682 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Trematon Capital Investments in the top 19% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Real Estate company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Real Estate 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 Trematon Capital Investments and its competitors. Trematon Capital Investments's current Beneish M-Score is -2.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Trematon Capital Investments stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Trematon Capital Investments (JSE:TMT) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is R11.85, compared to a current price of R1.24 — trading 89.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.91. Trematon Capital Investments' overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 6 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 Trematon Capital Investments (JSE:TMT), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.91 as of Jul. 18, 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 Trematon Capital Investments (JSE:TMT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Trematon Capital Investments stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R1.24 is trading 89.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of R11.85. GuruFocus considers Trematon Capital Investments to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for JSE:TMT:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.91
  • GF Value™: R11.85 vs. price of R1.24 (89.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 6 warning signs

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


Trematon Capital Investments Business Description

Address 42 Hans Strijdom Avenue, 3rd Floor, Aria North Wharf, Foreshore, Cape Town, WC, ZAF, 8001
Trematon Capital Investments Ltd operates as an investment holding company that invests in assets and businesses that its management believes are undervalued and have the potential to achieve its targeted internal rate of return. The company's reportable segments are Property investments, Education, Edutech, UK property investments, Corporate and other. Maximum revenue for the company is generated from its Property investments segment which generates income from the sale of investment property and inventory, rental income on investment property, fair value gains on property investments, and dividend income from reporting entities within the segment. Geographically, the company has a business presence in South Africa and the United Kingdom.
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