Addtech AB (MIL:1ADDT) Beneish M-Score: -2.60 (As of Aug. 23, 2026)

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What is Addtech AB Beneish M-Score?

Addtech AB MIL:1ADDT 75 Beneish M-Score is -2.60 as of Aug. 23, 2026. GuruFocus rates MIL:1ADDT with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of €28.86 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 154 Industrial Distribution companies, Addtech AB ranks better than 52.6% 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 -2.6 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

MIL:1ADDT' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.89   Med: -2.44   Max: -0.89
Current: -2.6

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Addtech AB was -0.89. The lowest was -2.89. And the median was -2.44.


Addtech AB Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Addtech AB'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.

Addtech AB Beneish M-Score Chart

Addtech AB 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 -2.22 -2.32 -2.71 -2.68 -2.59

Addtech AB 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 -2.59 -2.66 -2.73 -2.59 -2.60

MIL:1ADDT vs GWW, FAST, FERG: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Addtech AB'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.


Addtech AB Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Addtech AB's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Addtech AB 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 Addtech AB 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 * 1.0338+0.528 * 0.9585+0.404 * 1.0166+0.892 * 1.0654+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0374+4.679 * -0.041525-0.327 * 0.9855
=-2.60

* 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 €410 Mil.
Revenue was 563.007 + 543.851 + 510.553 + 495.418 = €2,113 Mil.
Gross Profit was 189.828 + 187.721 + 171.195 + 160.533 = €709 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €864 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,991 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €160 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €430 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €492 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €543 Mil.
Net Income was 56.556 + 55.982 + 47.416 + 43.997 = €204 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = €0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 55.188 + 80.027 + 73.33 + 78.085 = €287 Mil.
Total Receivables was €372 Mil.
Revenue was 530.196 + 524.904 + 476.5 + 451.601 = €1,983 Mil.
Gross Profit was 173.342 + 169.613 + 151.357 + 143.839 = €638 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €768 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,725 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €133 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €389 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €478 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €432 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)
=(409.941 / 2112.829) / (372.199 / 1983.201)
=0.194025 / 0.187676
=1.0338

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)
=(638.151 / 1983.201) / (709.277 / 2112.829)
=0.321778 / 0.3357
=0.9585

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 - (864.123 + 159.908) / 1991.05) / (1 - (768.28 + 132.753) / 1725.247)
=0.485683 / 0.477737
=1.0166

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
=2112.829 / 1983.201
=1.0654

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))
=(0 / (0 + 132.753)) / (0 / (0 + 159.908))
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=(430.141 / 2112.829) / (389.189 / 1983.201)
=0.203585 / 0.196243
=1.0374

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)
=((543.213 + 491.582) / 1991.05) / ((432.22 + 477.621) / 1725.247)
=0.519723 / 0.527369
=0.9855

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
=(203.951 - 0 - 286.63) / 1991.05
=-0.041525

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.

Addtech AB has a M-score of -2.60 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 -2.60 mean?
Addtech AB (MIL:1ADDT) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.60 as of Aug. 23, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Addtech AB and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Addtech AB ranks #73 out of 154 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 47.4%.
Is Addtech AB's Beneish M-Score too high?
Addtech AB's current Beneish M-Score is -2.60. Based on the distribution chart, Addtech AB ranks #73 out of 154 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Addtech AB has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Addtech AB's Beneish M-Score compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Addtech AB ranks #73 out of 154 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Addtech AB 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Industrial Distribution 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 Addtech AB and its competitors. Addtech AB's current Beneish M-Score is -2.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Addtech AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Addtech AB (MIL:1ADDT) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €28.86, compared to a current price of €30.84 — trading 6.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.60. Addtech AB's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 2 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 Addtech AB (MIL:1ADDT), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.60 as of Aug. 23, 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 Addtech AB (MIL:1ADDT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Addtech AB stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €30.84 is trading 6.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €28.86. GuruFocus considers Addtech AB to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for MIL:1ADDT:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.60
  • GF Value™: €28.86 vs. price of €30.84 (6.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MIL:1ADDT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Addtech AB Business Description

Address Birger Jarlsgatan 43, Box 5112, Stockholm, SWE, SE-102 43
Addtech AB is a group of businesses offering high-tech products and solutions to customers in the manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. The company's segments include Automation, Electrification, Energy, Industrial Solutions, and Process Technology. It generates maximum revenue from the Energy segment. Energy produces and sells products for electricity transmission, electrical installation, and safety products in transport. Geographically, the company derives maximum revenue from Sweden, and the rest from Denmark, Finland, Germany, Norway, the United Kingdom, the Rest of Europe, and other countries.
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