Intrum AB (LTS:0H9P) Beneish M-Score: -3.32 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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LTS:0H9P Intrum AB LTS:0H9P
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Price kr3.39
GF Value kr7.53
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Intrum AB Beneish M-Score?

Intrum AB LTS:0H9P +2.20% 51 Beneish M-Score is -3.32 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates LTS:0H9P with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of kr7.53 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 485 Credit Services companies, Intrum AB ranks better than 89.69% 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 -3.32 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

LTS:0H9P' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.36   Med: -2.93   Max: -1.67
Current: -3.32

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Intrum AB was -1.67. The lowest was -3.36. And the median was -2.93.


Intrum AB Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Intrum AB'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.

Intrum AB Beneish M-Score Chart

Intrum AB 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 -2.58 -3.09 -2.62 -3.33 -3.15

Intrum AB 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 -3.36 -2.85 -3.05 -3.15 -3.32

LTS:0H9P vs V, MA, AXP: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Credit Services subindustry, Intrum AB'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.


Intrum AB Beneish M-Score vs Credit Services Industry

For the Credit Services industry and Financial Services sector, Intrum AB's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Intrum AB 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 Intrum AB 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 * 0.9491+0.528 * 0.9169+0.404 * 1.0035+0.892 * 0.9217+0.115 * 0.864
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8217+4.679 * -0.15075-0.327 * 0.974
=-3.32

* 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 kr4,953 Mil.
Revenue was 3483 + 4492 + 3792 + 3943 = kr15,710 Mil.
Gross Profit was 2062 + 2997 + 2202 + 2345 = kr9,606 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr10,533 Mil.
Total Assets was kr70,879 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr715 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr5,484 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr1,005 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr7,978 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr46,295 Mil.
Net Income was -371 + -2249 + 396 + 324 = kr-1,900 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = kr0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 1847 + 2268 + 2420 + 2250 = kr8,785 Mil.
Total Receivables was kr5,662 Mil.
Revenue was 3993 + 4825 + 3906 + 4320 = kr17,044 Mil.
Gross Profit was 2303 + 2895 + 1952 + 2406 = kr9,556 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr11,202 Mil.
Total Assets was kr74,210 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr791 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr2,566 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr1,327 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr34,504 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr23,838 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)
=(4953 / 15710) / (5662 / 17044)
=0.315277 / 0.332199
=0.9491

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)
=(9556 / 17044) / (9606 / 15710)
=0.560667 / 0.611458
=0.9169

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 - (10533 + 715) / 70879) / (1 - (11202 + 791) / 74210)
=0.841307 / 0.838391
=1.0035

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
=15710 / 17044
=0.9217

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))
=(2566 / (2566 + 791)) / (5484 / (5484 + 715))
=0.764373 / 0.884659
=0.864

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)
=(1005 / 15710) / (1327 / 17044)
=0.063972 / 0.077857
=0.8217

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)
=((46295 + 7978) / 70879) / ((23838 + 34504) / 74210)
=0.765713 / 0.786174
=0.974

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
=(-1900 - 0 - 8785) / 70879
=-0.15075

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.

Intrum AB has a M-score of -3.32 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 -3.32 mean?
Intrum AB (LTS:0H9P) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.32 as of Jul. 14, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Intrum AB and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Intrum AB ranks #50 out of 485 companies in the Credit Services industry, placing it in the top 10.3%.
Is Intrum AB's Beneish M-Score too high?
Intrum AB's current Beneish M-Score is -3.32. Based on the distribution chart, Intrum AB ranks #50 out of 485 companies in the Credit Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Intrum AB has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Intrum AB's Beneish M-Score compare to V and MA?
According to the Credit Services industry distribution chart, Intrum AB ranks #50 out of 485 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Intrum AB in the top 10% 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 Credit Services company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Credit 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 Intrum AB and its competitors. Intrum AB's current Beneish M-Score is -3.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Intrum AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Intrum AB (LTS:0H9P) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is kr7.53, compared to a current price of kr3.39 — trading 55% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.32. Intrum AB's overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 5 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 Intrum AB (LTS:0H9P), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.32 as of Jul. 14, 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 Intrum AB (LTS:0H9P) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Intrum AB stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of kr3.39 is trading 55% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr7.53. GuruFocus considers Intrum AB to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0H9P:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.32
  • GF Value™: kr7.53 vs. price of kr3.39 (55% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0H9P stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Intrum AB Business Description

Address Hesselmans Torg 14, Nacka, Stockholm, SWE, 105 24
Intrum AB is a provider of credit management and related financial services. The company operates in segments namely, servicing segment, which provides clients with comprehensive credit management across all markets; and Investing segment, where banks and other institutions are selling their non-performing loans, to focus on their core business, free up capital, improve liquidity, limit the risk of doubtful payment profiles and improve key performance indicators. The company operates in Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, and others.
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