Williamson Tea Kenya (NAI:WTK) Beneish M-Score: -0.92 (As of Jul. 02, 2026)


NAI:WTK Williamson Tea Kenya PLC NAI:WTK
82 GF Score
Price KES159.00
GF Value KES105.99
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Williamson Tea Kenya Beneish M-Score?

Williamson Tea Kenya NAI:WTK -0.78% 82 Beneish M-Score is -0.92 as of Jul. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates NAI:WTK with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of KES105.99 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,847 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Williamson Tea Kenya ranks worse than 91.39% 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 -0.92 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

NAI:WTK' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.13   Med: -2.46   Max: 1.99
Current: -0.92

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Williamson Tea Kenya was 1.99. The lowest was -3.13. And the median was -2.46.


Williamson Tea Kenya Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Williamson Tea Kenya'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.

Williamson Tea Kenya Beneish M-Score Chart

Williamson Tea Kenya Annual Data
Trend Mar16 Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.44 -3.13 -2.66 -2.06 -0.92

Williamson Tea Kenya Semi-Annual Data
Mar12 Mar14 Mar15 Mar16 Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25
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 0.00 -2.06 0.00 -0.92 0.00

NAI:WTK vs ADM, BG, TSN: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Farm Products subindustry, Williamson Tea Kenya'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.


Williamson Tea Kenya Beneish M-Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Williamson Tea Kenya's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Williamson Tea Kenya's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Williamson Tea Kenya 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 Williamson Tea Kenya 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 * 0.98+0.528 * 4.7829+0.404 * 1.0832+0.892 * 0.9759+0.115 * 0.7539
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1564+4.679 * -0.084735-0.327 * 0.9417
=-0.92

* 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 (Mar25) TTM:Last Year (Mar24) TTM:
Total Receivables was KES448 Mil.
Revenue was KES4,165 Mil.
Gross Profit was KES177 Mil.
Total Current Assets was KES2,190 Mil.
Total Assets was KES8,367 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was KES4,193 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was KES493 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was KES518 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was KES723 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was KES72 Mil.
Net Income was KES-153 Mil.
Gross Profit was KES0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was KES556 Mil.
Total Receivables was KES468 Mil.
Revenue was KES4,268 Mil.
Gross Profit was KES868 Mil.
Total Current Assets was KES2,492 Mil.
Total Assets was KES9,032 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was KES4,562 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was KES393 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was KES459 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was KES770 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was KES143 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)
=(447.812 / 4165.009) / (468.24 / 4267.97)
=0.107518 / 0.10971
=0.98

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)
=(867.705 / 4267.97) / (177.044 / 4165.009)
=0.203306 / 0.042507
=4.7829

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 - (2189.755 + 4192.631) / 8366.654) / (1 - (2491.795 + 4562.324) / 9031.506)
=0.237164 / 0.218943
=1.0832

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
=4165.009 / 4267.97
=0.9759

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))
=(392.921 / (392.921 + 4562.324)) / (492.817 / (492.817 + 4192.631))
=0.079294 / 0.10518
=0.7539

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)
=(517.923 / 4165.009) / (458.95 / 4267.97)
=0.124351 / 0.107534
=1.1564

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)
=((72.499 + 723.38) / 8366.654) / ((142.799 + 769.537) / 9031.506)
=0.095125 / 0.101017
=0.9417

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
=(-153.394 - 0 - 555.558) / 8366.654
=-0.084735

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.

Williamson Tea Kenya has a M-score of -0.92 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 -0.92 mean?
Williamson Tea Kenya (NAI:WTK) has a Beneish M-Score of -0.92 as of Jul. 02, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Williamson Tea Kenya and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Williamson Tea Kenya ranks #1688 out of 1847 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 91.4%.
Is Williamson Tea Kenya's Beneish M-Score too high?
Williamson Tea Kenya's current Beneish M-Score is -0.92. Based on the distribution chart, Williamson Tea Kenya ranks #1688 out of 1847 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Williamson Tea Kenya has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Williamson Tea Kenya's Beneish M-Score compare to ADM and BG?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Williamson Tea Kenya ranks #1688 out of 1847 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Williamson Tea Kenya 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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 Williamson Tea Kenya and its competitors. Williamson Tea Kenya's current Beneish M-Score is -0.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Williamson Tea Kenya stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Williamson Tea Kenya (NAI:WTK) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KES105.99, compared to a current price of KES159.00 — trading 50% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -0.92. Williamson Tea Kenya's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 5 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 Williamson Tea Kenya (NAI:WTK), the current Beneish M-Score is -0.92 as of Jul. 02, 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 Williamson Tea Kenya (NAI:WTK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Williamson Tea Kenya stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KES159.00 is trading 50% above its estimated GF Value™ of KES105.99. GuruFocus considers Williamson Tea Kenya to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NAI:WTK:

  • Beneish M-Score: -0.92
  • GF Value™: KES105.99 vs. price of KES159.00 (50% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Williamson Tea Kenya Business Description

Address Karen Office Park, Langata Road, P.O. Box 42281, 2nd Floor, The Acacia Block, Nairobi, KEN, 00100
Williamson Tea Kenya PLC is engaged in the farm products business sector. The business of the company operates in segments that include Cultivation, Manufacturing, and Sale of Tea, Investment in Property, and Sale and Servicing of Generators. Its Tea segment generates maximum revenue for the company. The product line consists of matcha tea, mini tea candles, elephant tea candles, loose tea, and tea bags. Its products are also exported and these exports generate maximum revenue for the company.
82GF Score

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