Komatsu (MEX:6301N) Beneish M-Score: -2.40 (As of Aug. 09, 2026)

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MEX:6301N Komatsu Ltd MEX:6301N
84 GF Score
Price MXN725.44
GF Value MXN684.65
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Komatsu Beneish M-Score?

Komatsu MEX:6301N 84 Beneish M-Score is -2.40 as of Aug. 09, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:6301N with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN684.65 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 206 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, Komatsu ranks worse than 54.37% 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 -2.4 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

MEX:6301N' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.75   Med: -2.41   Max: -2.18
Current: -2.4

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Komatsu was -2.18. The lowest was -2.75. And the median was -2.41.


Komatsu Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Komatsu'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.

Komatsu Beneish M-Score Chart

Komatsu Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.41 -2.23 -2.41 -2.52 -2.40

Komatsu 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 -2.52 -2.57 -2.39 -2.46 -2.40

MEX:6301N vs CAT, DE, PCAR: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, Komatsu'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.


Komatsu Beneish M-Score vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, Komatsu's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Komatsu 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 Komatsu 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 * 0.9964+0.528 * 1.0531+0.404 * 1.0098+0.892 * 0.9171+0.115 * 0.983
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0413+4.679 * -0.010171-0.327 * 1.0046
=-2.58

* 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 MXN159,825 Mil.
Revenue was 138330.206 + 118243.801 + 121836.918 + 118529.862 = MXN496,941 Mil.
Gross Profit was 38992.607 + 36147.44 + 37989.341 + 38771.73 = MXN151,901 Mil.
Total Current Assets was MXN419,127 Mil.
Total Assets was MXN730,017 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was MXN120,231 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was MXN19,528 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was MXN82,961 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was MXN198,576 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was MXN80,388 Mil.
Net Income was 12111.977 + 10867.976 + 10484.126 + 11884.472 = MXN45,349 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = MXN0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 21923.881 + 14826.077 + 12140.605 + 3883.298 = MXN52,774 Mil.
Total Receivables was MXN174,886 Mil.
Revenue was 157444.346 + 134125.208 + 138872.165 + 111391.82 = MXN541,834 Mil.
Gross Profit was 50048.184 + 44481.696 + 43266.347 + 36621.057 = MXN174,417 Mil.
Total Current Assets was MXN452,693 Mil.
Total Assets was MXN792,418 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was MXN134,775 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was MXN21,459 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was MXN86,867 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was MXN226,375 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was MXN75,062 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)
=(159824.528 / 496940.787) / (174885.565 / 541833.539)
=0.321617 / 0.322766
=0.9964

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)
=(174417.284 / 541833.539) / (151901.118 / 496940.787)
=0.321902 / 0.305672
=1.0531

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 - (419126.774 + 120230.538) / 730016.573) / (1 - (452693.069 + 134775.263) / 792417.752)
=0.261171 / 0.258638
=1.0098

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
=496940.787 / 541833.539
=0.9171

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))
=(21459.251 / (21459.251 + 134775.263)) / (19527.978 / (19527.978 + 120230.538))
=0.137353 / 0.139727
=0.983

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)
=(82961.376 / 496940.787) / (86866.53 / 541833.539)
=0.166944 / 0.16032
=1.0413

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)
=((80387.791 + 198576.446) / 730016.573) / ((75062.462 + 226375.151) / 792417.752)
=0.382134 / 0.380402
=1.0046

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
=(45348.551 - 0 - 52773.861) / 730016.573
=-0.010171

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.

Komatsu has a M-score of -2.58 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 -2.40 mean?
Komatsu (MEX:6301N) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.40 as of Aug. 09, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Komatsu and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Komatsu ranks #112 out of 206 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, placing it in the top 54.4%.
Is Komatsu's Beneish M-Score too high?
Komatsu's current Beneish M-Score is -2.40. Based on the distribution chart, Komatsu ranks #112 out of 206 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Komatsu has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Komatsu's Beneish M-Score compare to CAT and DE?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, Komatsu ranks #112 out of 206 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Komatsu 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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery 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 Komatsu and its competitors. Komatsu's current Beneish M-Score is -2.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Komatsu stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Komatsu (MEX:6301N) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN684.65, compared to a current price of MXN725.44 — trading 6% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.40. Komatsu's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Komatsu (MEX:6301N), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.40 as of Aug. 09, 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 Komatsu (MEX:6301N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Komatsu stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN725.44 is trading 6% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN684.65. GuruFocus considers Komatsu to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:6301N:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.40
  • GF Value™: MXN684.65 vs. price of MXN725.44 (6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:6301N stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Komatsu Business Description

Address 1-2-20 Kaigan, Shiodome Building, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 105-8316
Komatsu, headquartered in Tokyo, is the world's second-largest manufacturer of construction, mining, and utility equipment, with a legacy dating back to 1921. Operating in over 150 countries, Komatsu delivers a full suite of heavy machinery, intelligent solutions, and lifecycle services across infrastructure, energy, natural resources, and industrial sectors.
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