Sprout Social (MEX:SPT) Beneish M-Score: -3.04 (As of Aug. 14, 2026)

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MEX:SPT Sprout Social Inc MEX:SPT
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What is Sprout Social Beneish M-Score?

Sprout Social MEX:SPT 70 Beneish M-Score is -3.04 as of Aug. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:SPT with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN594.06. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,634 Software companies, Sprout Social ranks better than 77.75% 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 -3.04 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

MEX:SPT' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.33   Med: -2.88   Max: -1.64
Current: -3.04

During the past 9 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Sprout Social was -1.64. The lowest was -3.33. And the median was -2.88.


Sprout Social Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sprout Social'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.

Sprout Social Beneish M-Score Chart

Sprout Social Annual Data
Trend Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only -2.83 -2.89 -1.80 -3.14 -3.03

Sprout Social Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -3.33 -3.07 -3.03 -3.17 -3.04

MEX:SPT vs MFI, ALIT, BLND: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Sprout Social'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.


Sprout Social Beneish M-Score vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Sprout Social's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Sprout Social 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 Sprout Social 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 * 1.0689+0.528 * 1.0023+0.404 * 1.086+0.892 * 1.0063+0.115 * 0.8388
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9193+4.679 * -0.163342-0.327 * 0.9539
=-3.13

* 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 (Jun26) TTM:Last Year (Jun25) TTM:
Total Receivables was MXN1,362 Mil.
Revenue was 2161.006 + 2190.919 + 2176.655 + 2120.461 = MXN8,649 Mil.
Gross Profit was 1676.64 + 1686.166 + 1687.998 + 1647.474 = MXN6,698 Mil.
Total Current Assets was MXN4,226 Mil.
Total Assets was MXN9,112 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was MXN331 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was MXN261 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was MXN5,290 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was MXN4,119 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was MXN752 Mil.
Net Income was -53.9 + -114.255 + -193.399 + -172.087 = MXN-534 Mil.
Non Operating Income was -5.078 + -2.939 + -1.765 + -5.393 = MXN-15 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 147.758 + 454.713 + 196.892 + 170.564 = MXN970 Mil.
Total Receivables was MXN1,267 Mil.
Revenue was 2104.69 + 2235.856 + 2233.437 + 2020.973 = MXN8,595 Mil.
Gross Profit was 1635.203 + 1727.715 + 1745.142 + 1563.528 = MXN6,672 Mil.
Total Current Assets was MXN3,912 Mil.
Total Assets was MXN7,964 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was MXN385 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was MXN226 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was MXN5,719 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was MXN3,928 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was MXN535 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)
=(1362.331 / 8649.041) / (1266.527 / 8594.956)
=0.157512 / 0.147357
=1.0689

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)
=(6671.588 / 8594.956) / (6698.278 / 8649.041)
=0.776221 / 0.774453
=1.0023

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 - (4225.572 + 330.728) / 9112.13) / (1 - (3912.218 + 385.114) / 7963.509)
=0.499974 / 0.460372
=1.086

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
=8649.041 / 8594.956
=1.0063

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))
=(225.902 / (225.902 + 385.114)) / (260.694 / (260.694 + 330.728))
=0.369715 / 0.440792
=0.8388

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)
=(5290.369 / 8649.041) / (5718.578 / 8594.956)
=0.611671 / 0.665341
=0.9193

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)
=((751.755 + 4119.36) / 9112.13) / ((535.333 + 3927.62) / 7963.509)
=0.534575 / 0.560425
=0.9539

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
=(-533.641 - -15.175 - 969.927) / 9112.13
=-0.163342

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.

Sprout Social has a M-score of -3.13 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 -3.04 mean?
Sprout Social (MEX:SPT) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.04 as of Aug. 14, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Sprout Social and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Sprout Social ranks #586 out of 2634 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 22.2%.
Is Sprout Social's Beneish M-Score too high?
Sprout Social's current Beneish M-Score is -3.04. Based on the distribution chart, Sprout Social ranks #586 out of 2634 companies in the Software industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sprout Social has a GF Score™ of 70/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sprout Social's Beneish M-Score compare to MFI and ALIT?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Sprout Social ranks #586 out of 2634 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Sprout Social in the top 22% 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 a Software company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Software 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 Sprout Social and its competitors. Sprout Social's current Beneish M-Score is -3.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sprout Social stock overvalued right now?
Sprout Social (MEX:SPT) has a current Beneish M-Score of -3.04. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN594.06, compared to a current price of MXN182.00 — trading 69.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.04. Sprout Social's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 4 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 Sprout Social (MEX:SPT), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.04 as of Aug. 14, 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 Sprout Social (MEX:SPT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sprout Social stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN182.00 is trading 69.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN594.06.

Key valuation signals for MEX:SPT:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.04
  • GF Value™: MXN594.06 vs. price of MXN182.00 (69.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Sprout Social Business Description

Other Exchanges SPT:USASPJ:Germany
Address 131 South Dearborn Street, Suite 700, Chicago, IL, USA, 60603
Sprout Social Inc develops a cloud software that brings together social messaging, data and workflows in a unified system of record, intelligence, and action. It has a centralized, secure and powerful platform that can scale horizontally across an organization to drive maximum business value. The firm generates majority revenue from software subscriptions. Geographically, the company operates in Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific, of which it derives maximum revenue from Americas.
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