NIC (Nicolet Bankshares) Beneish M-Score: -2.07 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


NIC Nicolet Bankshares Inc NIC
67 GF Score
Price $156.23
GF Value $134.48
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Nicolet Bankshares Beneish M-Score?

Nicolet Bankshares NIC +2.55% 67 Beneish M-Score is -2.07 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates NIC with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $134.48 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,396 Banks companies, Nicolet Bankshares ranks worse than 88.68% on this metric.

Note: Financial institutions were excluded from the sample in Beneish paper when calculating Beneish M-Score. Thus, the prediction might not fit banks and insurance companies.

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 -2.07 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

NIC' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.94   Med: -2.3   Max: -1.6
Current: -2.07

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Nicolet Bankshares was -1.60. The lowest was -2.94. And the median was -2.30.

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Nicolet Bankshares 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 Nicolet Bankshares 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+0.528 * 1+0.404 * 1.0019+0.892 * 1.2276+0.115 * 1.7091
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9423+4.679 * 0.000338-0.327 * 0.6624
=-2.07

* 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 $0.0 Mil.
Revenue was 134.853 + 103.944 + 102.883 + 95.742 = $437.4 Mil.
Gross Profit was 134.853 + 103.944 + 102.883 + 95.742 = $437.4 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $0.0 Mil.
Total Assets was $15,574.5 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $187.9 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $13.3 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $139.5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $0.0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $180.0 Mil.
Net Income was 15.196 + 40.324 + 41.735 + 36.035 = $133.3 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = $0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 16.274 + 26.98 + 45.861 + 38.906 = $128.0 Mil.
 Total Receivables was $0.0 Mil.
Revenue was 89.429 + 91.193 + 90.744 + 84.951 = $356.3 Mil.
Gross Profit was 89.429 + 91.193 + 90.744 + 84.951 = $356.3 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $0.0 Mil.
Total Assets was $8,975.2 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $125.3 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $16.0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $120.6 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $0.0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $156.6 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)
=(0 / 437.422) / (0 / 356.317)
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=(356.317 / 356.317) / (437.422 / 437.422)
=1 / 1
=1

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 - (0 + 187.876) / 15574.49) / (1 - (0 + 125.274) / 8975.222)
=0.987937 / 0.986042
=1.0019

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
=437.422 / 356.317
=1.2276

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))
=(16.019 / (16.019 + 125.274)) / (13.348 / (13.348 + 187.876))
=0.113374 / 0.066334
=1.7091

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)
=(139.531 / 437.422) / (120.623 / 356.317)
=0.318985 / 0.338527
=0.9423

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)
=((179.968 + 0) / 15574.49) / ((156.563 + 0) / 8975.222)
=0.011555 / 0.017444
=0.6624

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
=(133.29 - 0 - 128.021) / 15574.49
=0.000338

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.

Nicolet Bankshares has a M-score of -2.07 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 -2.07 mean?
Nicolet Bankshares (NIC) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.07 as of Jun. 24, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Nicolet Bankshares and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Nicolet Bankshares ranks #1238 out of 1396 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 88.7%.
Is Nicolet Bankshares' Beneish M-Score too high?
Nicolet Bankshares' current Beneish M-Score is -2.07. Based on the distribution chart, Nicolet Bankshares ranks #1238 out of 1396 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Nicolet Bankshares has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nicolet Bankshares' Beneish M-Score compare to BANC and SBCF?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Nicolet Bankshares ranks #1238 out of 1396 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Nicolet Bankshares 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 Banks company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Banks 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 Nicolet Bankshares and its competitors. Nicolet Bankshares's current Beneish M-Score is -2.07. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nicolet Bankshares stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nicolet Bankshares (NIC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $134.48, compared to a current price of $156.23 — trading 16.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.07. Nicolet Bankshares' overall GF Score™ is 67/100 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 Nicolet Bankshares (NIC), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.07 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 Nicolet Bankshares (NIC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nicolet Bankshares stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $156.23 is trading 16.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $134.48. GuruFocus considers Nicolet Bankshares to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NIC:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.07
  • GF Value™: $134.48 vs. price of $156.23 (16.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Nicolet Bankshares Business Description

Address 111 North Washington Street, Green Bay, WI, USA, 54301
Nicolet Bankshares Inc is a United States-based bank holding company's principal business is banking, consisting of lending and deposit gathering, as well as ancillary banking-related products and services, to businesses and individuals of the communities it serves, and the operational support to deliver, fund and manage. It offers a variety of loans, deposits, and related services to business customers especially small and medium-sized businesses and professional concerns, business deposit products, cash management services, international banking services, business loans, lines of credit, commercial real estate financing, construction loans, agricultural real estate or production loans, and letters of credit, as well as retirement plan services.
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