Victrex (LSE:VCT) Beneish M-Score: -2.91 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


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What is Victrex Beneish M-Score?

Victrex LSE:VCT -0.83% 71 Beneish M-Score is -2.91 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates LSE:VCT with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of £9.89 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,529 Chemicals companies, Victrex ranks better than 81.29% 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 Victrex's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

LSE:VCT' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.12   Med: -2.64   Max: -1.94
Current: -2.91

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Victrex was -1.94. The lowest was -3.12. And the median was -2.64.


Victrex Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Victrex'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.

Victrex Beneish M-Score Chart

Victrex Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.71 -2.25 -2.61 -3.12 -2.91

Victrex 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 0.00 -3.12 0.00 -2.91 0.00

LSE:VCT vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Victrex'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.


Victrex Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Victrex's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Victrex 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 Victrex 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 * 1.016+0.528 * 1.0135+0.404 * 0.8897+0.892 * 1.0007+0.115 * 0.9275
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0416+4.679 * -0.07638-0.327 * 1.0934
=-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 (Sep25) TTM:Last Year (Sep24) TTM:
Total Receivables was £42.6 Mil.
Revenue was £296.4 Mil.
Gross Profit was £132.6 Mil.
Total Current Assets was £185.4 Mil.
Total Assets was £566.9 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was £348.7 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was £24.9 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was £74.0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was £61.6 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was £29.6 Mil.
Net Income was £27.8 Mil.
Gross Profit was £0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was £71.1 Mil.
Total Receivables was £41.9 Mil.
Revenue was £296.2 Mil.
Gross Profit was £134.3 Mil.
Total Current Assets was £201.4 Mil.
Total Assets was £592.0 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was £352.1 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was £23.2 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was £71.0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was £45.9 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was £41.2 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)
=(42.6 / 296.4) / (41.9 / 296.2)
=0.143725 / 0.141458
=1.016

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)
=(134.3 / 296.2) / (132.6 / 296.4)
=0.45341 / 0.447368
=1.0135

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 - (185.4 + 348.7) / 566.9) / (1 - (201.4 + 352.1) / 592)
=0.057859 / 0.065034
=0.8897

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
=296.4 / 296.2
=1.0007

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))
=(23.2 / (23.2 + 352.1)) / (24.9 / (24.9 + 348.7))
=0.061817 / 0.066649
=0.9275

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)
=(74 / 296.4) / (71 / 296.2)
=0.249663 / 0.239703
=1.0416

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)
=((29.6 + 61.6) / 566.9) / ((41.2 + 45.9) / 592)
=0.160875 / 0.147128
=1.0934

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
=(27.8 - 0 - 71.1) / 566.9
=-0.07638

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.

Victrex has a M-score of -2.91 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 -2.91 mean?
Victrex (LSE:VCT) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.91 as of Jun. 24, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Victrex and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Victrex ranks #286 out of 1529 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 18.7%.
Is Victrex's Beneish M-Score too high?
Victrex's current Beneish M-Score is -2.91. Based on the distribution chart, Victrex ranks #286 out of 1529 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Victrex has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Victrex's Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Victrex ranks #286 out of 1529 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Victrex 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 Chemicals company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Chemicals 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 Victrex and its competitors. Victrex'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 Victrex stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Victrex (LSE:VCT) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £9.89, compared to a current price of £5.99 — trading 39.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.91. Victrex's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 7 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 Victrex (LSE:VCT), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.91 as of Jun. 24, 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 Victrex (LSE:VCT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Victrex stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £5.99 is trading 39.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of £9.89. GuruFocus considers Victrex to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:VCT:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.91
  • GF Value™: £9.89 vs. price of £5.99 (39.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 7 warning signs

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


Victrex Business Description

Other Exchanges VTXPF:USAVCTl:UK1OY:Germany
Address Victrex Technology Centre, Hillhouse International, Thornton Cleveleys, Lancashire, GBR, FY5 4QD
Victrex PLC is a British specialty chemicals company whose business is based predominantly on manufacturing and creating solutions using polyetheretherketone, or PEEK, an ultra-high-performance lightweight plastic. The business has two segments. The Sustainable Solutions targets transportation, energy, electronics, and manufacturing, while the Medical Segment provides healthcare solutions for the implantable device markets. Geographically operates in the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), America, and Asia-Pacific. Its maximum sales are generated from the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
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