Nekkar ASA (LTS:0MQC) Beneish M-Score: -3.15 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


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71 GF Score
Price kr14.30
GF Value kr12.27
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Nekkar ASA Beneish M-Score?

Nekkar ASA LTS:0MQC -1.55% 71 Beneish M-Score is -3.15 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates LTS:0MQC with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of kr12.27 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,926 Industrial Products companies, Nekkar ASA ranks better than 91.22% 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 -3.15 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

LTS:0MQC' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.6   Med: -2.25   Max: 7.38
Current: -3.15

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Nekkar ASA was 7.38. The lowest was -3.60. And the median was -2.25.


Nekkar ASA Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nekkar ASA'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.

Nekkar ASA Beneish M-Score Chart

Nekkar ASA 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 0.27 -2.12 -2.07 -2.41 -3.15

Nekkar ASA Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 -2.07 0.00 -2.41 0.00 -3.15

LTS:0MQC vs GEV, ETN, PH: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Nekkar ASA'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.


Nekkar ASA Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Nekkar ASA's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Nekkar ASA 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 Nekkar ASA 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 * 1.0099+0.528 * 1.053+0.404 * 0.9666+0.892 * 0.9159+0.115 * 0.9666
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1721+4.679 * -0.102784-0.327 * 1.3038
=-3.15

* 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 kr256.3 Mil.
Revenue was kr571.1 Mil.
Gross Profit was kr252.1 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr455.3 Mil.
Total Assets was kr744.6 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr37.3 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr18.5 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr34.9 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr290.8 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr16.7 Mil.
Net Income was kr-40.9 Mil.
Gross Profit was kr0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was kr35.6 Mil.
Total Receivables was kr277.1 Mil.
Revenue was kr623.5 Mil.
Gross Profit was kr289.8 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr507.3 Mil.
Total Assets was kr818.6 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr24.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr11.6 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr32.5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr250.1 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr9.1 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)
=(256.343 / 571.086) / (277.132 / 623.509)
=0.448869 / 0.444472
=1.0099

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)
=(289.787 / 623.509) / (252.072 / 571.086)
=0.464768 / 0.441391
=1.053

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 - (455.322 + 37.277) / 744.647) / (1 - (507.292 + 24.636) / 818.563)
=0.33848 / 0.350169
=0.9666

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
=571.086 / 623.509
=0.9159

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))
=(11.616 / (11.616 + 24.636)) / (18.485 / (18.485 + 37.277))
=0.320424 / 0.331498
=0.9666

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)
=(34.917 / 571.086) / (32.525 / 623.509)
=0.061141 / 0.052164
=1.1721

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)
=((16.656 + 290.791) / 744.647) / ((9.083 + 250.133) / 818.563)
=0.412876 / 0.316672
=1.3038

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
=(-40.924 - 0 - 35.614) / 744.647
=-0.102784

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.

Nekkar ASA has a M-score of -3.15 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 -3.15 mean?
Nekkar ASA (LTS:0MQC) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.15 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Nekkar ASA and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Nekkar ASA ranks #257 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 8.8%.
Is Nekkar ASA's Beneish M-Score too high?
Nekkar ASA's current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. Based on the distribution chart, Nekkar ASA ranks #257 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Nekkar ASA has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nekkar ASA's Beneish M-Score compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Nekkar ASA ranks #257 out of 2926 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Nekkar ASA in the top 9% 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 an Industrial Products company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Industrial Products 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 Nekkar ASA and its competitors. Nekkar ASA's current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nekkar ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nekkar ASA (LTS:0MQC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr12.27, compared to a current price of kr14.30 — trading 16.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. Nekkar ASA'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 Nekkar ASA (LTS:0MQC), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.15 as of Jun. 26, 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 Nekkar ASA (LTS:0MQC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nekkar ASA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of kr14.30 is trading 16.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr12.27. GuruFocus considers Nekkar ASA to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0MQC:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.15
  • GF Value™: kr12.27 vs. price of kr14.30 (16.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 7 warning signs

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


Nekkar ASA Business Description

Address Lumberveien 27, Kristiansand, NOR, 4621
Nekkar ASA is a company based on an industrial philosophy utilizing smart design, digitalization, and electrification to achieve higher efficiency and more sustainable solutions for multiple industries. Its operating segments include: Syncrolift; Intellilift; Techano Oceanlift; Globetech; and others. The company generates maximum revenue from the Syncrolift segment. The Syncrolift segment includes shiplifts, docking/transfer systems and related service activity for shipyards. The product range includes shiplifting systems for launching and retrievals of vessels and transfer systems for a fast and reliable way of moving vessels around the yard. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from Norway and also has a presence in Turkey, UAE, Africa, USA, South America, India and Others.
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