JinkoSolar Holding Co (MEX:JKS N) Beneish M-Score: -0.28 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


MEX:JKS N JinkoSolar Holding Co Ltd MEX:JKS N
73 GF Score
Price MXN429.53
GF Value MXN512.64
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is JinkoSolar Holding Co Beneish M-Score?

JinkoSolar Holding Co MEX:JKS N 73 Beneish M-Score is -0.28 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:JKS N with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN512.64 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 987 Semiconductors companies, JinkoSolar Holding Co ranks worse than 94.22% 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.

Warning Sign:

Beneish M-Score -0.28 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

MEX:JKS N' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.07   Med: -2.21   Max: -0.28
Current: -0.28

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of JinkoSolar Holding Co was -0.28. The lowest was -3.07. And the median was -2.21.


JinkoSolar Holding Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for JinkoSolar Holding Co'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.

JinkoSolar Holding Co Beneish M-Score Chart

JinkoSolar Holding Co 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 -2.21 -1.41 -2.62 -3.07 -0.28

JinkoSolar Holding Co Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 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 -3.07 0.00 0.00 -0.28 0.00

MEX:JKS N vs CSIQ, ARRY, TOYO: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Solar subindustry, JinkoSolar Holding Co'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.


JinkoSolar Holding Co Beneish M-Score vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, JinkoSolar Holding Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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JinkoSolar Holding Co 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 JinkoSolar Holding Co 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 * 1.4393+0.528 * 5.0617+0.404 * 1.1294+0.892 * 0.6336+0.115 * 0.8918
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9721+4.679 * -0.02723-0.327 * 1.0728
=-0.36

* 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 MXN55,052 Mil.
Revenue was MXN167,442 Mil.
Gross Profit was MXN3,606 Mil.
Total Current Assets was MXN175,921 Mil.
Total Assets was MXN309,394 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was MXN105,713 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was MXN20,530 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was MXN19,830 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was MXN140,718 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was MXN82,707 Mil.
Net Income was MXN-11,364 Mil.
Gross Profit was MXN-5,705 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was MXN2,766 Mil.
Total Receivables was MXN60,370 Mil.
Revenue was MXN264,270 Mil.
Gross Profit was MXN28,809 Mil.
Total Current Assets was MXN197,265 Mil.
Total Assets was MXN357,722 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was MXN132,038 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was MXN22,396 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was MXN32,195 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was MXN156,070 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was MXN84,731 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)
=(55052.446 / 167442.493) / (60369.934 / 264269.886)
=0.328784 / 0.22844
=1.4393

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)
=(28808.781 / 264269.886) / (3606.161 / 167442.493)
=0.109013 / 0.021537
=5.0617

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 - (175921.009 + 105713.182) / 309393.657) / (1 - (197265.231 + 132038.4) / 357722.098)
=0.089722 / 0.079443
=1.1294

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
=167442.493 / 264269.886
=0.6336

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))
=(22395.903 / (22395.903 + 132038.4)) / (20529.515 / (20529.515 + 105713.182))
=0.145019 / 0.162619
=0.8918

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)
=(19830.38 / 167442.493) / (32194.63 / 264269.886)
=0.118431 / 0.121825
=0.9721

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)
=((82707.14 + 140718.452) / 309393.657) / ((84731.286 + 156070.49) / 357722.098)
=0.72214 / 0.673153
=1.0728

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
=(-11363.731 - -5704.618 - 2765.766) / 309393.657
=-0.02723

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.

JinkoSolar Holding Co has a M-score of -0.36 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beneish M-Score →
What does a Beneish M-Score of -0.28 mean?
JinkoSolar Holding Co (MEX:JKS N) has a Beneish M-Score of -0.28 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on JinkoSolar Holding Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, JinkoSolar Holding Co ranks #930 out of 987 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 94.2%.
Is JinkoSolar Holding Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
JinkoSolar Holding Co's current Beneish M-Score is -0.28. Based on the distribution chart, JinkoSolar Holding Co ranks #930 out of 987 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, JinkoSolar Holding Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does JinkoSolar Holding Co's Beneish M-Score compare to CSIQ and ARRY?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, JinkoSolar Holding Co ranks #930 out of 987 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places JinkoSolar Holding Co 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Semiconductors 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 JinkoSolar Holding Co and its competitors. JinkoSolar Holding Co's current Beneish M-Score is -0.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is JinkoSolar Holding Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JinkoSolar Holding Co (MEX:JKS N) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN512.64, compared to a current price of MXN429.53 — trading 16.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -0.28. JinkoSolar Holding Co's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 JinkoSolar Holding Co (MEX:JKS N), the current Beneish M-Score is -0.28 as of Jun. 27, 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 JinkoSolar Holding Co (MEX:JKS N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JinkoSolar Holding Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN429.53 is trading 16.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN512.64. GuruFocus considers JinkoSolar Holding Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:JKS N:

  • Beneish M-Score: -0.28
  • GF Value™: MXN512.64 vs. price of MXN429.53 (16.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 7 warning signs

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


JinkoSolar Holding Co Business Description

Address 1 Yingbin Road, Shangrao Economic Development Zone, Jiangxi Province, Shangrao, CHN, 334100
JinkoSolar Holding Co Ltd is engaged in the photovoltaic industry. The firm has built a vertically integrated solar power product value chain, manufacturing from silicon wafers to solar modules. It sells solar modules under the JinkoSolar brand. The company's products include Silicon wafers, Solar cells, and Solar modules. Its geographical segments are China (including Hong Kong and Taiwan), the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the world.
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