MTDR (Matador Resources Co) Beneish M-Score: -2.97 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


MTDR Matador Resources Co MTDR
84 GF Score
Price $50.09
GF Value $60.70
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Matador Resources Co Beneish M-Score?

Matador Resources Co MTDR -0.58% 84 Beneish M-Score is -2.97 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates MTDR with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $60.70 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 822 Oil & Gas companies, Matador Resources Co ranks better than 69.59% 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 Matador Resources Co's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

MTDR' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.47   Med: -2.42   Max: 2.08
Current: -2.97

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Matador Resources Co was 2.08. The lowest was -3.47. And the median was -2.42.


Matador Resources Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Matador Resources 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.

Matador Resources Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Matador Resources 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 -2.26 -1.99 -3.22 -2.30 -3.30

Matador Resources Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 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 -2.82 -2.87 -3.21 -3.30 -2.97

MTDR vs SM, CHRD, CRC: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Matador Resources 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.


Matador Resources Co Beneish M-Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Matador Resources Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Matador Resources 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 Matador Resources 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 * 1.1452+0.528 * 1.1619+0.404 * 0.7859+0.892 * 0.9709+0.115 * 0.9504
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1148+4.679 * -0.118654-0.327 * 1.046
=-2.97

* 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 (Mar26) TTM:Last Year (Mar25) TTM:
Total Receivables was $715 Mil.
Revenue was 941.604 + 809.546 + 915.117 + 925.678 = $3,592 Mil.
Gross Profit was 443.812 + 583.282 + 321.019 + 352.984 = $1,701 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $1,085 Mil.
Total Assets was $12,174 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $10,935 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $1,206 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $142 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $1,479 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $3,469 Mil.
Net Income was -35.872 + 192.547 + 176.364 + 150.225 = $483 Mil.
Non Operating Income was -281.765 + 40.446 + 28.312 + -26.864 = $-240 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 470.546 + 474.449 + 721.66 + 501.027 = $2,168 Mil.
Total Receivables was $643 Mil.
Revenue was 1006.173 + 978.283 + 860.137 + 855.195 = $3,700 Mil.
Gross Profit was 513.935 + 738.094 + 382.854 + 400.921 = $2,036 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $891 Mil.
Total Assets was $11,082 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $10,012 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $1,044 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $132 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $1,130 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $3,176 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)
=(715.418 / 3591.945) / (643.458 / 3699.788)
=0.199173 / 0.173918
=1.1452

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)
=(2035.804 / 3699.788) / (1701.097 / 3591.945)
=0.550249 / 0.473587
=1.1619

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 - (1084.776 + 10935.141) / 12174.489) / (1 - (891.134 + 10011.888) / 11082.041)
=0.012696 / 0.016154
=0.7859

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
=3591.945 / 3699.788
=0.9709

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))
=(1043.88 / (1043.88 + 10011.888)) / (1206.171 / (1206.171 + 10935.141))
=0.094419 / 0.099344
=0.9504

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)
=(142.36 / 3591.945) / (131.533 / 3699.788)
=0.039633 / 0.035551
=1.1148

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)
=((3468.941 + 1479.015) / 12174.489) / ((3176.456 + 1129.616) / 11082.041)
=0.40642 / 0.388563
=1.046

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
=(483.264 - -239.871 - 2167.682) / 12174.489
=-0.118654

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.

Matador Resources Co has a M-score of -2.97 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?
Matador Resources Co (MTDR) 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 Matador Resources Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Matador Resources Co ranks #250 out of 822 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 30.4%.
Is Matador Resources Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Matador Resources Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.97. Based on the distribution chart, Matador Resources Co ranks #250 out of 822 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Matador Resources Co has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Matador Resources Co's Beneish M-Score compare to SM and CHRD?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Matador Resources Co ranks #250 out of 822 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Matador Resources Co 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 Oil & Gas company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Oil & Gas 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 Matador Resources Co and its competitors. Matador Resources Co'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 Matador Resources Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Matador Resources Co (MTDR) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $60.70, compared to a current price of $50.09 — trading 17.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.97. Matador Resources Co's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 3 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 Matador Resources Co (MTDR), 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 Matador Resources Co (MTDR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Matador Resources Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $50.09 is trading 17.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $60.70. GuruFocus considers Matador Resources Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MTDR:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.97
  • GF Value™: $60.70 vs. price of $50.09 (17.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Matador Resources Co Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges 7MR:Germany
Address 5400 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1500, One Lincoln Centre, Dallas, TX, USA, 75240
Matador Resources Co is an independent energy company engaged in the exploration, development, production, and acquisition of oil and natural gas resources. The majority of the company's assets are located in the United States, with an emphasis on oil and natural gas shale and other unconventional plays. Along with maintaining a portfolio of oil and natural gas properties, Matador works to identify and develop midstream opportunities that support and enhance its exploration and development business. The Company has two reportable business segments: exploration and production and midstream. The company generates majority of its revenue from the exploration and production segment.
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