Derichebourg (LTS:0K8W) Beneish M-Score: -2.63 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


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75 GF Score
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GF Value €5.17
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What is Derichebourg Beneish M-Score?

Derichebourg LTS:0K8W -2.41% 75 Beneish M-Score is -2.63 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates LTS:0K8W with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of €5.17 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 227 Waste Management companies, Derichebourg ranks worse than 53.3% 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 -2.63 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

LTS:0K8W' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.05   Med: -2.83   Max: -1.89
Current: -2.63

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Derichebourg was -1.89. The lowest was -3.05. And the median was -2.83.


Derichebourg Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Derichebourg'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.

Derichebourg Beneish M-Score Chart

Derichebourg 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 -2.47 -1.89 -2.96 -3.05 -2.63

Derichebourg 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 -3.05 0.00 -2.63 0.00

LTS:0K8W vs WM, RSG, WCN: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Waste Management subindustry, Derichebourg'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.


Derichebourg Beneish M-Score vs Waste Management Industry

For the Waste Management industry and Industrials sector, Derichebourg's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Derichebourg 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 Derichebourg 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 * 1.1145+0.528 * 0.9491+0.404 * 1.046+0.892 * 0.9251+0.115 * 0.9783
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.042405-0.327 * 0.9423
=-2.63

* 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 €306 Mil.
Revenue was €3,345 Mil.
Gross Profit was €1,146 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €722 Mil.
Total Assets was €2,568 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €1,120 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €157 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €654 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €695 Mil.
Net Income was €122 Mil.
Gross Profit was €0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was €231 Mil.
Total Receivables was €296 Mil.
Revenue was €3,616 Mil.
Gross Profit was €1,175 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €738 Mil.
Total Assets was €2,564 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €1,132 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €155 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €681 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €748 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)
=(305.6 / 3345.2) / (296.4 / 3616)
=0.091355 / 0.081969
=1.1145

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)
=(1175.4 / 3616) / (1145.7 / 3345.2)
=0.325055 / 0.342491
=0.9491

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 - (721.5 + 1119.8) / 2568.1) / (1 - (737.9 + 1132.1) / 2563.6)
=0.283011 / 0.270557
=1.046

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
=3345.2 / 3616
=0.9251

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))
=(154.9 / (154.9 + 1132.1)) / (157.1 / (157.1 + 1119.8))
=0.120357 / 0.123032
=0.9783

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 / 3345.2) / (0 / 3616)
=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)
=((694.9 + 653.7) / 2568.1) / ((748.1 + 680.5) / 2563.6)
=0.525135 / 0.557263
=0.9423

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
=(122 - 0 - 230.9) / 2568.1
=-0.042405

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.

Derichebourg has a M-score of -2.63 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 -2.63 mean?
Derichebourg (LTS:0K8W) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.63 as of Jun. 28, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Derichebourg and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Derichebourg ranks #121 out of 227 companies in the Waste Management industry, placing it in the top 53.3%.
Is Derichebourg's Beneish M-Score too high?
Derichebourg's current Beneish M-Score is -2.63. Based on the distribution chart, Derichebourg ranks #121 out of 227 companies in the Waste Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Derichebourg has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Derichebourg's Beneish M-Score compare to WM and RSG?
According to the Waste Management industry distribution chart, Derichebourg ranks #121 out of 227 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Derichebourg 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 Waste Management company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Waste 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 Derichebourg and its competitors. Derichebourg's current Beneish M-Score is -2.63. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Derichebourg stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Derichebourg (LTS:0K8W) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €5.17, compared to a current price of €9.73 — trading 88.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.63. Derichebourg's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 10 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 Derichebourg (LTS:0K8W), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.63 as of Jun. 28, 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 Derichebourg (LTS:0K8W) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Derichebourg stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €9.73 is trading 88.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €5.17. GuruFocus considers Derichebourg to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0K8W:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.63
  • GF Value™: €5.17 vs. price of €9.73 (88.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 10 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0K8W stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Derichebourg Business Description

Address 119 avenue du General Michel Bizot, Cedex 12, Paris, FRA, 75579
Derichebourg SA is a France-based company that offers environmental services. Its activities can be divided into two separate branches, the Environment Division and the Multiservices Division. The Environment Division's core business is the processing and disposal of waste, mainly metal waste and end-of-life products, with the recovery of secondary raw materials by using the appropriate processing methods. Derichebourg Multiservices, the group's Business Services arm, provides reception, cleaning, energy, property maintenance, and temporary staffing services separately or in tandem with the Derichebourg Group's waste management services.
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