Aayan Leasing & Investment Co (KUW:AAYAN) Beneish M-Score: -2.35 (As of Aug. 31, 2026)

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KUW:AAYAN Aayan Leasing & Investment Co KUW:AAYAN
33 GF Score
Price KWD0.28
GF Value KWD0.27
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Aayan Leasing & Investment Co Beneish M-Score?

Aayan Leasing & Investment Co KUW:AAYAN +0.36% 33 Beneish M-Score is -2.35 as of Aug. 31, 2026. GuruFocus rates KUW:AAYAN with a GF Score™ of 33/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD0.27 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,016 Business Services companies, Aayan Leasing & Investment Co ranks worse than 65.06% 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 -2.35 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for Aayan Leasing & Investment Co's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

KUW:AAYAN' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.44   Med: -2.54   Max: -1.26
Current: -2.35

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Aayan Leasing & Investment Co was -1.26. The lowest was -3.44. And the median was -2.54.


Aayan Leasing & Investment Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Aayan Leasing & Investment Co'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.

Aayan Leasing & Investment Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Aayan Leasing & Investment Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.99 -2.16 -2.41 -2.16 -2.35

Aayan Leasing & Investment Co Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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KUW:AAYAN vs URI, SUNB, AER: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Rental & Leasing Services subindustry, Aayan Leasing & Investment Co'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.


Aayan Leasing & Investment Co Beneish M-Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Aayan Leasing & Investment Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Aayan Leasing & Investment Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Aayan Leasing & Investment Co 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 Aayan Leasing & Investment Co 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 * 0.9368+0.528 * 0.9206+0.404 * 1.5594+0.892 * 1.1727+0.115 * 0.8748
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.719+4.679 * 0.044262-0.327 * 1.6849
=-2.35

* 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 (Dec25) TTM:Last Year (Dec24) TTM:
Total Receivables was KWD3.29 Mil.
Revenue was KWD36.16 Mil.
Gross Profit was KWD21.48 Mil.
Total Current Assets was KWD51.83 Mil.
Total Assets was KWD284.67 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was KWD67.10 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was KWD11.23 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was KWD1.91 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was KWD25.99 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was KWD51.83 Mil.
Net Income was KWD19.52 Mil.
Gross Profit was KWD0.00 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was KWD6.92 Mil.
Total Receivables was KWD2.99 Mil.
Revenue was KWD30.83 Mil.
Gross Profit was KWD16.87 Mil.
Total Current Assets was KWD27.18 Mil.
Total Assets was KWD165.99 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was KWD76.83 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was KWD11.02 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was KWD0.95 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was KWD17.86 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was KWD9.08 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)
=(3.288 / 36.157) / (2.993 / 30.833)
=0.090937 / 0.097071
=0.9368

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)
=(16.866 / 30.833) / (21.484 / 36.157)
=0.547011 / 0.594186
=0.9206

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 - (51.829 + 67.096) / 284.668) / (1 - (27.183 + 76.832) / 165.988)
=0.582233 / 0.373358
=1.5594

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
=36.157 / 30.833
=1.1727

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))
=(11.019 / (11.019 + 76.832)) / (11.231 / (11.231 + 67.096))
=0.125428 / 0.143386
=0.8748

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)
=(1.905 / 36.157) / (0.945 / 30.833)
=0.052687 / 0.030649
=1.719

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)
=((51.826 + 25.992) / 284.668) / ((9.076 + 17.855) / 165.988)
=0.273364 / 0.162247
=1.6849

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
=(19.516 - 0 - 6.916) / 284.668
=0.044262

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.

Aayan Leasing & Investment Co has a M-score of -2.35 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 -2.35 mean?
Aayan Leasing & Investment Co (KUW:AAYAN) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.35 as of Aug. 31, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Aayan Leasing & Investment Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Aayan Leasing & Investment Co ranks #661 out of 1016 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 65.1%.
Is Aayan Leasing & Investment Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Aayan Leasing & Investment Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.35. Based on the distribution chart, Aayan Leasing & Investment Co ranks #661 out of 1016 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Aayan Leasing & Investment Co has a GF Score™ of 33/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Aayan Leasing & Investment Co's Beneish M-Score compare to URI and SUNB?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Aayan Leasing & Investment Co ranks #661 out of 1016 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Aayan Leasing & Investment Co 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 Aayan Leasing & Investment Co and its competitors. Aayan Leasing & Investment Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.35. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Aayan Leasing & Investment Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Aayan Leasing & Investment Co (KUW:AAYAN) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD0.27, compared to a current price of KWD0.28 — trading 3.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.35. Aayan Leasing & Investment Co's overall GF Score™ is 33/100 with 9 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 Aayan Leasing & Investment Co (KUW:AAYAN), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.35 as of Aug. 31, 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 Aayan Leasing & Investment Co (KUW:AAYAN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Aayan Leasing & Investment Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KWD0.28 is trading 3.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of KWD0.27. GuruFocus considers Aayan Leasing & Investment Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for KUW:AAYAN:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.35
  • GF Value™: KWD0.27 vs. price of KWD0.28 (3.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 33/100 with 9 warning signs

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


Aayan Leasing & Investment Co Business Description

Address Al Rai Muhammad bin Al Qasim Street, Block 1 Plot 1223, First Floor, P.O. Box 1426 Safat, Kuwait, KWT, 13015
Aayan Leasing & Investment Co is engaged in financial investments, trading properties, investment properties and leasing activities. It has four operating segments: Islamic financing: Providing a range of Islamic products to corporate and individual customers. Leasing Sector: Leasing of vehicle and equipment to corporate and individual customers and investments with similar or related operations. Real estate: Buying, selling, and investing in real estate Proprietary investment and assets management: Operations of Group's subsidiaries and associates (excluding leasing related subsidiaries and associates) and managing funds and portfolios. Key revenue is generated from Leasing Sector.
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