Helios Towers (MEX:HTWSN) Beneish M-Score: -2.97 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


MEX:HTWSN Helios Towers PLC MEX:HTWSN
78 GF Score
Price MXN31.15
GF Value MXN18.51
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What is Helios Towers Beneish M-Score?

Helios Towers MEX:HTWSN 78 Beneish M-Score is -2.97 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:HTWSN with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN18.51. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 355 Telecommunication Services companies, Helios Towers ranks better than 66.48% 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 -2.97 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

MEX:HTWSN' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.72   Med: -2.85   Max: -1.91
Current: -2.97

During the past 10 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Helios Towers was -1.91. The lowest was -3.72. And the median was -2.85.


Helios Towers Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Helios Towers'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.

Helios Towers Beneish M-Score Chart

Helios Towers 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 -2.26 -2.34 -2.82 -2.88 -2.97

Helios Towers Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 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 -2.82 0.00 -2.88 0.00 -2.97

MEX:HTWSN vs TMUS, VZ, T: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Helios Towers'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.


Helios Towers Beneish M-Score vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Helios Towers's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Helios Towers 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 Helios Towers 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 * 0.9756+0.528 * 0.9392+0.404 * 0.8998+0.892 * 0.931+0.115 * 1.0615
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0255+4.679 * -0.09096-0.327 * 0.9716
=-3.05

* 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 MXN5,348 Mil.
Revenue was MXN15,379 Mil.
Gross Profit was MXN7,921 Mil.
Total Current Assets was MXN10,632 Mil.
Total Assets was MXN45,470 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was MXN24,520 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was MXN3,102 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was MXN1,862 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was MXN8,466 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was MXN34,306 Mil.
Net Income was MXN706 Mil.
Gross Profit was MXN0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was MXN4,842 Mil.
Total Receivables was MXN5,888 Mil.
Revenue was MXN16,518 Mil.
Gross Profit was MXN7,990 Mil.
Total Current Assets was MXN10,703 Mil.
Total Assets was MXN48,556 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was MXN25,609 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was MXN3,466 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was MXN1,950 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was MXN7,969 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was MXN39,040 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)
=(5347.693 / 15378.668) / (5887.564 / 16517.714)
=0.347734 / 0.356439
=0.9756

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)
=(7989.819 / 16517.714) / (7920.707 / 15378.668)
=0.483712 / 0.515045
=0.9392

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 - (10632.366 + 24520.162) / 45469.794) / (1 - (10703.145 + 25608.714) / 48556.241)
=0.226904 / 0.252169
=0.8998

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
=15378.668 / 16517.714
=0.931

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))
=(3466.217 / (3466.217 + 25608.714)) / (3102.382 / (3102.382 + 24520.162))
=0.119217 / 0.112313
=1.0615

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)
=(1861.789 / 15378.668) / (1950.008 / 16517.714)
=0.121063 / 0.118056
=1.0255

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)
=((34306.26 + 8466.28) / 45469.794) / ((39039.785 + 7968.963) / 48556.241)
=0.94068 / 0.96813
=0.9716

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
=(705.823 - 0 - 4841.733) / 45469.794
=-0.09096

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.

Helios Towers has a M-score of -3.05 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 -2.97 mean?
Helios Towers (MEX:HTWSN) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.97 as of Jun. 24, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Helios Towers and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Helios Towers ranks #119 out of 355 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 33.5%.
Is Helios Towers' Beneish M-Score too high?
Helios Towers' current Beneish M-Score is -2.97. Based on the distribution chart, Helios Towers ranks #119 out of 355 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Helios Towers has a GF Score™ of 78/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Helios Towers' Beneish M-Score compare to TMUS and VZ?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Helios Towers ranks #119 out of 355 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Helios Towers in the upper 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 Telecommunication Services company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Telecommunication 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 Helios Towers and its competitors. Helios Towers's current Beneish M-Score is -2.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Helios Towers stock overvalued right now?
Helios Towers (MEX:HTWSN) has a current Beneish M-Score of -2.97. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN18.51, compared to a current price of MXN31.15 — trading 68.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.97. Helios Towers' overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 Helios Towers (MEX:HTWSN), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.97 as of Jun. 24, 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 Helios Towers (MEX:HTWSN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Helios Towers stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN31.15 is trading 68.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN18.51.

Key valuation signals for MEX:HTWSN:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.97
  • GF Value™: MXN18.51 vs. price of MXN31.15 (68.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 7 warning signs

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


Helios Towers Business Description

Address 8 Bishopsgate, 21st Floor, London, GBR, EC2N 4BQ
Helios Towers PLC is a United Kingdom-based company that provides telecommunications towers and infrastructure. The company offers tower-related operational services, including site selection, site preparation, maintenance, security, and power management. The solutions offered by the company include Colocation, Build-to-suit, In-building solutions, Managed Services, and others.
78GF Score

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