Valmore Holding (KUW:VALMORE) Beneish M-Score: -2.37 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


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Price KWD0.21
GF Value KWD0.24
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Valmore Holding Beneish M-Score?

Valmore Holding KUW:VALMORE +0.49% 34 Beneish M-Score is -2.37 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates KUW:VALMORE with a GF Score™ of 34/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD0.24 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 955 Asset Management companies, Valmore Holding ranks better than 55.08% 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 -2.37 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

KUW:VALMORE' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -10.99   Med: -2.32   Max: 4.79
Current: -2.37

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Valmore Holding was 4.79. The lowest was -10.99. And the median was -2.32.


Valmore Holding Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Valmore Holding'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.

Valmore Holding Beneish M-Score Chart

Valmore Holding 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 -3.01 -10.99 -3.50 -2.28 -2.25

Valmore Holding Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 -1.68 -2.14 -2.22 -2.25 -2.37

KUW:VALMORE vs BLK, BX, KKR: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Valmore Holding'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.


Valmore Holding Beneish M-Score vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Valmore Holding's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Valmore Holding 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 Valmore Holding 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 * 0.6765+0.528 * 0.9561+0.404 * 0.9158+0.892 * 1.2395+0.115 * 0.9495
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8928+4.679 * 0.043062-0.327 * 0.8892
=-2.37

* 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 KWD40.2 Mil.
Revenue was 51.28 + 51.295 + 52.79 + 55.591 = KWD211.0 Mil.
Gross Profit was 17.737 + 17.412 + 17.26 + 20.081 = KWD72.5 Mil.
Total Current Assets was KWD289.9 Mil.
Total Assets was KWD449.6 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was KWD120.1 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was KWD15.0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was KWD24.9 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was KWD142.0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was KWD130.1 Mil.
Net Income was 8.375 + 10.976 + 6.357 + 17.365 = KWD43.1 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = KWD0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 7.878 + 23.067 + -16.957 + 9.725 = KWD23.7 Mil.
Total Receivables was KWD47.9 Mil.
Revenue was 51.59 + 44.766 + 38.751 + 35.093 = KWD170.2 Mil.
Gross Profit was 16.888 + 16.56 + 10.491 + 11.976 = KWD55.9 Mil.
Total Current Assets was KWD293.1 Mil.
Total Assets was KWD464.3 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was KWD126.5 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was KWD14.9 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was KWD22.5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was KWD200.4 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was KWD115.5 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)
=(40.2 / 210.956) / (47.946 / 170.2)
=0.190561 / 0.281704
=0.6765

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)
=(55.915 / 170.2) / (72.49 / 210.956)
=0.328525 / 0.343626
=0.9561

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 - (289.891 + 120.107) / 449.585) / (1 - (293.116 + 126.505) / 464.257)
=0.088052 / 0.096145
=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
=210.956 / 170.2
=1.2395

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))
=(14.932 / (14.932 + 126.505)) / (15.025 / (15.025 + 120.107))
=0.105574 / 0.111188
=0.9495

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)
=(24.886 / 210.956) / (22.489 / 170.2)
=0.117968 / 0.132133
=0.8928

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)
=((130.054 + 141.98) / 449.585) / ((115.541 + 200.375) / 464.257)
=0.605078 / 0.680477
=0.8892

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
=(43.073 - 0 - 23.713) / 449.585
=0.043062

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.

Valmore Holding has a M-score of -2.37 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 -2.37 mean?
Valmore Holding (KUW:VALMORE) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.37 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Valmore Holding and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Valmore Holding ranks #429 out of 955 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 44.9%.
Is Valmore Holding's Beneish M-Score too high?
Valmore Holding's current Beneish M-Score is -2.37. Based on the distribution chart, Valmore Holding ranks #429 out of 955 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Valmore Holding has a GF Score™ of 34/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Valmore Holding's Beneish M-Score compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Valmore Holding ranks #429 out of 955 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Valmore Holding 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 an Asset Management company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Asset Management 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 Valmore Holding and its competitors. Valmore Holding's current Beneish M-Score is -2.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Valmore Holding stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valmore Holding (KUW:VALMORE) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD0.24, compared to a current price of KWD0.21 — trading 14.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.37. Valmore Holding's overall GF Score™ is 34/100 with 3 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 Valmore Holding (KUW:VALMORE), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.37 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 Valmore Holding (KUW:VALMORE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valmore Holding stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of KWD0.21 is trading 14.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of KWD0.24. GuruFocus considers Valmore Holding to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for KUW:VALMORE:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.37
  • GF Value™: KWD0.24 vs. price of KWD0.21 (14.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 34/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Valmore Holding Business Description

Address 14, Hassan Mohamed El Razzaz Street, Dokki, Agouza, Giza, EGY
Valmore Holding is an investment holding company with operations spanning Egypt, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the UK. It invests in businesses that fuel economies, transform industries, and improve lives, with a focus on delivering sustainable growth and outsized returns for its shareholders. Its portfolio includes various sectors like Chemicals, Building Materials, Utilities, Oil & Gas, and Non-Banking Financial Services.
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