Hermes International (MEX:RMS N) Beneish M-Score: -2.71 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


MEX:RMS N Hermes International SA MEX:RMS N
81 GF Score
Price MXN35,500.00
GF Value MXN53,522.17
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Hermes International Beneish M-Score?

Hermes International MEX:RMS N 81 Beneish M-Score is -2.71 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:RMS N with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN53,522.17 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,087 Retail - Cyclical companies, Hermes International ranks better than 59.98% 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 -2.71 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

MEX:RMS N' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.99   Med: -2.63   Max: -2.22
Current: -2.71

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Hermes International was -2.22. The lowest was -2.99. And the median was -2.63.


Hermes International Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hermes International'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.

Hermes International Beneish M-Score Chart

Hermes International 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 -2.50 -2.55 -2.34 -2.36 -2.71

Hermes International 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 -2.34 0.00 -2.36 0.00 -2.71

MEX:RMS N vs TPR, SIG: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Luxury Goods subindustry, Hermes International'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.


Hermes International Beneish M-Score vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Hermes International's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hermes International 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 Hermes International 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 * 0.8528+0.528 * 0.9881+0.404 * 0.9761+0.892 * 1.0183+0.115 * 1.0421
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9839+4.679 * -0.034948-0.327 * 0.9033
=-2.74

* 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 MXN16,614 Mil.
Revenue was MXN337,364 Mil.
Gross Profit was MXN239,893 Mil.
Total Current Assets was MXN335,467 Mil.
Total Assets was MXN512,804 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was MXN115,709 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was MXN19,524 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was MXN78,095 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was MXN67,173 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was MXN42,611 Mil.
Net Income was MXN95,384 Mil.
Gross Profit was MXN0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was MXN113,305 Mil.
Total Receivables was MXN19,130 Mil.
Revenue was MXN331,289 Mil.
Gross Profit was MXN232,776 Mil.
Total Current Assets was MXN337,972 Mil.
Total Assets was MXN504,118 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was MXN104,082 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was MXN18,432 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was MXN77,941 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was MXN79,252 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was MXN40,226 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)
=(16614.159 / 337364.409) / (19130.464 / 331288.973)
=0.049247 / 0.057746
=0.8528

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)
=(232775.818 / 331288.973) / (239893.272 / 337364.409)
=0.702637 / 0.711081
=0.9881

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 - (335466.853 + 115708.761) / 512804.023) / (1 - (337971.532 + 104081.954) / 504118.302)
=0.120179 / 0.123116
=0.9761

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
=337364.409 / 331288.973
=1.0183

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))
=(18431.634 / (18431.634 + 104081.954)) / (19523.745 / (19523.745 + 115708.761))
=0.150446 / 0.144372
=1.0421

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)
=(78094.98 / 337364.409) / (77941.354 / 331288.973)
=0.231486 / 0.235267
=0.9839

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)
=((42610.679 + 67173.49) / 512804.023) / ((40226.387 + 79251.66) / 504118.302)
=0.214086 / 0.237004
=0.9033

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
=(95383.825 - 0 - 113305.189) / 512804.023
=-0.034948

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.

Hermes International has a M-score of -2.74 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 -2.71 mean?
Hermes International (MEX:RMS N) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.71 as of Jun. 24, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Hermes International and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Hermes International ranks #435 out of 1087 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 40%.
Is Hermes International's Beneish M-Score too high?
Hermes International's current Beneish M-Score is -2.71. Based on the distribution chart, Hermes International ranks #435 out of 1087 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hermes International has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hermes International's Beneish M-Score compare to TPR and SIG?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Hermes International ranks #435 out of 1087 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Hermes International 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Retail - Cyclical 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 Hermes International and its competitors. Hermes International's current Beneish M-Score is -2.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hermes International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hermes International (MEX:RMS N) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN53,522.17, compared to a current price of MXN35,500.00 — trading 33.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.71. Hermes International's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Hermes International (MEX:RMS N), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.71 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 Hermes International (MEX:RMS N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hermes International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN35,500.00 is trading 33.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN53,522.17. GuruFocus considers Hermes International to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:RMS N:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.71
  • GF Value™: MXN53,522.17 vs. price of MXN35,500.00 (33.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 1 warning sign

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


Hermes International Business Description

Address 24 rue du Faubourg Saint Honore, Paris, FRA, 75008
Hermès is over 180-year-old family controlled luxury goods company best known for its Birkin and Kelly bags. Its biggest segments are leather goods and saddlery, accounting for over 40% of revenue; clothes and accessories (28% of sales); silk and textiles (6%); and other products such as perfumes, watches, jewellery, and home furnishings. Hermès has about 300 stores globally.
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