Chubu Steel Plate Co (NGO:5461) Beneish M-Score: -1.41 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


NGO:5461 Chubu Steel Plate Co Ltd NGO:5461
74 GF Score
Price 円2,082.00
GF Value 円1,967.03
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Chubu Steel Plate Co Beneish M-Score?

Chubu Steel Plate Co NGO:5461 74 Beneish M-Score is -1.41 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates NGO:5461 with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,967.03. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 593 Steel companies, Chubu Steel Plate Co ranks worse than 83.98% 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.

Warning Sign:

Beneish M-Score -1.41 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

The historical rank and industry rank for Chubu Steel Plate Co's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

NGO:5461' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.66   Med: -2.13   Max: -1.41
Current: -1.41

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Chubu Steel Plate Co was -1.41. The lowest was -3.66. And the median was -2.13.


Chubu Steel Plate Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Chubu Steel Plate 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.

Chubu Steel Plate Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Chubu Steel Plate Co 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 -1.68 -2.74 -2.01 -3.62 -1.41

Chubu Steel Plate Co Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 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 -2.01 0.00 -3.62 0.00 -1.41

NGO:5461 vs NUE, STLD, RS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Chubu Steel Plate 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.


Chubu Steel Plate Co Beneish M-Score vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Chubu Steel Plate Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Chubu Steel Plate Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Chubu Steel Plate 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 Chubu Steel Plate 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 * 1.6658+0.528 * 1.2408+0.404 * 1.0062+0.892 * 1.0011+0.115 * 0.9683
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.2768+4.679 * 0.084111-0.327 * 1.0388
=-1.41

* 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 円13,321 Mil.
Revenue was 円51,103 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円5,784 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円46,018 Mil.
Total Assets was 円84,579 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円25,024 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円2,159 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円2,734 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円7,837 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円0 Mil.
Net Income was 円1,275 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 円-5,839 Mil.
Total Receivables was 円7,988 Mil.
Revenue was 円51,047 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円7,169 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円46,579 Mil.
Total Assets was 円84,565 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円24,534 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円2,044 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円2,139 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円7,543 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円0 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)
=(13321 / 51103) / (7988 / 51047)
=0.26067 / 0.156483
=1.6658

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)
=(7169 / 51047) / (5784 / 51103)
=0.140439 / 0.113183
=1.2408

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 - (46018 + 25024) / 84579) / (1 - (46579 + 24534) / 84565)
=0.160052 / 0.159073
=1.0062

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
=51103 / 51047
=1.0011

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))
=(2044 / (2044 + 24534)) / (2159 / (2159 + 25024))
=0.076906 / 0.079425
=0.9683

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)
=(2734 / 51103) / (2139 / 51047)
=0.0535 / 0.041903
=1.2768

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)
=((0 + 7837) / 84579) / ((0 + 7543) / 84565)
=0.092659 / 0.089198
=1.0388

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
=(1275 - 0 - -5839) / 84579
=0.084111

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.

Chubu Steel Plate Co has a M-score of -1.41 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 -1.41 mean?
Chubu Steel Plate Co (NGO:5461) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.41 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Chubu Steel Plate Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Chubu Steel Plate Co ranks #498 out of 593 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 84%.
Is Chubu Steel Plate Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Chubu Steel Plate Co's current Beneish M-Score is -1.41. Based on the distribution chart, Chubu Steel Plate Co ranks #498 out of 593 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Chubu Steel Plate Co has a GF Score™ of 74/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Chubu Steel Plate Co's Beneish M-Score compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Chubu Steel Plate Co ranks #498 out of 593 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Chubu Steel Plate Co 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 Steel company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Steel 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 Chubu Steel Plate Co and its competitors. Chubu Steel Plate Co's current Beneish M-Score is -1.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Chubu Steel Plate Co stock overvalued right now?
Chubu Steel Plate Co (NGO:5461) has a current Beneish M-Score of -1.41. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,967.03, compared to a current price of 円2,082.00 — trading 5.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.41. Chubu Steel Plate Co's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 6 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 Chubu Steel Plate Co (NGO:5461), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.41 as of Jun. 25, 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 Chubu Steel Plate Co (NGO:5461) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chubu Steel Plate Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,082.00 is trading 5.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,967.03.

Key valuation signals for NGO:5461:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.41
  • GF Value™: 円1,967.03 vs. price of 円2,082.00 (5.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the NGO:5461 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Chubu Steel Plate Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 5461:Japan
Address 5-1 Ousudori, Nakagawa-ku, Nagoya, JPN, 454-8506
Chubu Steel Plate Co Ltd engages in the manufacture and sale of thick steel sheets and pieces, and the cutting of steel plates in Japan. The company's segment includes Steel-related business, Rental Business, Logistics business, and Engineering Business. The company generates the majority of its revenue from Steel-related business, which manufactures and sells thick steel plate products using electric furnaces.
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