Catena Media (LTS:0RUE) Beneish M-Score: -3.32 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


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What is Catena Media Beneish M-Score?

Catena Media LTS:0RUE 69 Beneish M-Score is -3.32 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates LTS:0RUE with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of kr3.62 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 532 Interactive Media companies, Catena Media ranks better than 76.69% 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 Catena Media's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

LTS:0RUE' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.62   Med: -2.96   Max: -0.81
Current: -3.32

During the past 12 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Catena Media was -0.81. The lowest was -3.62. And the median was -2.96.


Catena Media Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Catena Media'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.

Catena Media Beneish M-Score Chart

Catena Media 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 -3.33 -3.13 -3.07 -3.62 -3.32

Catena Media 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 0.00 0.00 0.00 -3.32 0.00

LTS:0RUE vs GOOGL, META, SPOT: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Catena Media'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.


Catena Media Beneish M-Score vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Catena Media's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Catena Media 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 Catena Media 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 * 0.4759+0.528 * 1.0608+0.404 * 1.0898+0.892 * 0.888+0.115 * 0.9697
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8429+4.679 * -0.125086-0.327 * 0.2901
=-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 (Dec25) TTM:Last Year (Dec24) TTM:
Total Receivables was kr129.8 Mil.
Revenue was kr507.1 Mil.
Gross Profit was kr372.2 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr231.1 Mil.
Total Assets was kr1,305.0 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr8.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr35.7 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr14.8 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr60.4 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr0.3 Mil.
Net Income was kr-81.5 Mil.
Gross Profit was kr0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was kr81.7 Mil.
Total Receivables was kr307.0 Mil.
Revenue was kr571.0 Mil.
Gross Profit was kr444.6 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr415.7 Mil.
Total Assets was kr1,720.2 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr16.1 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr57.5 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr19.7 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr271.6 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr4.2 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)
=(129.75 / 507.094) / (307.028 / 571.024)
=0.25587 / 0.53768
=0.4759

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)
=(444.611 / 571.024) / (372.208 / 507.094)
=0.778621 / 0.734002
=1.0608

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 - (231.14 + 8.586) / 1304.975) / (1 - (415.682 + 16.058) / 1720.205)
=0.816298 / 0.749018
=1.0898

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
=507.094 / 571.024
=0.888

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))
=(57.49 / (57.49 + 16.058)) / (35.683 / (35.683 + 8.586))
=0.781666 / 0.806049
=0.9697

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)
=(14.767 / 507.094) / (19.727 / 571.024)
=0.029121 / 0.034547
=0.8429

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)
=((0.316 + 60.375) / 1304.975) / ((4.187 + 271.611) / 1720.205)
=0.046507 / 0.160329
=0.2901

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
=(-81.519 - 0 - 81.715) / 1304.975
=-0.125086

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.

Catena Media 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?
Catena Media (LTS:0RUE) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.32 as of Jun. 28, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Catena Media and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Catena Media ranks #124 out of 532 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 23.3%.
Is Catena Media's Beneish M-Score too high?
Catena Media's current Beneish M-Score is -3.32. Based on the distribution chart, Catena Media ranks #124 out of 532 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Catena Media has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Catena Media's Beneish M-Score compare to GOOGL and META?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Catena Media ranks #124 out of 532 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Catena Media in the top 23% 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 Interactive Media company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Interactive Media 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 Catena Media and its competitors. Catena Media'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 Catena Media stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Catena Media (LTS:0RUE) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is kr3.62, compared to a current price of kr2.46 — trading 32% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.32. Catena Media's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 8 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 Catena Media (LTS:0RUE), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.32 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 Catena Media (LTS:0RUE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Catena Media stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of kr2.46 is trading 32% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr3.62. GuruFocus considers Catena Media to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0RUE:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.32
  • GF Value™: kr3.62 vs. price of kr2.46 (32% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 8 warning signs

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


Catena Media Business Description

Other Exchanges CTM:Sweden
Address Quantum Place, Triq ix-Xatt, Ta’ Xbiex, Gzira, MLT, GZR 1052
Catena Media PLC is a European company engaged in performance marketing and lead generation on the Internet. Catena Media is active within the iGaming and Financial Services industries. The group operates in the following segments: Casino and Sports. The group attracts end-users and generates revenue by using three primary online marketing methodologies, namely, Generating organic traffic by search engine optimization (SEO), including acquisitions; Paid media by using pay-per-click (PPC) media channels; and Providing website users a slimmed-down version of content through subscriptions.
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