Alcokraft Distilleries (NSE:ALCODIS) Beneish M-Score: 15.02 (As of Sep. 11, 2026)

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NSE:ALCODIS Alcokraft Distilleries Ltd NSE:ALCODIS
70 GF Score
Price ₹68.00
GF Value ₹201.32
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Alcokraft Distilleries Beneish M-Score?

Alcokraft Distilleries NSE:ALCODIS -0.73% 70 Beneish M-Score is 15.02 as of Sep. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:ALCODIS with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹201.32 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 200 Beverages - Alcoholic companies, Alcokraft Distilleries ranks worse than 99.5% 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 15.02 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

NSE:ALCODIS' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.92   Med: -1.92   Max: 44.3
Current: 15.02

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Alcokraft Distilleries was 44.30. The lowest was -3.92. And the median was -1.92.


Alcokraft Distilleries Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Alcokraft Distilleries'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.

Alcokraft Distilleries Beneish M-Score Chart

Alcokraft Distilleries 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 -1.96 -2.01 -1.88 -2.07 15.02

Alcokraft Distilleries Semi-Annual Data
Mar12 Mar13 Mar14 Mar15 Mar16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 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 0.00 -2.01 -1.88 -2.07 15.02

NSE:ALCODIS vs BF.B: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Beverages - Wineries & Distilleries subindustry, Alcokraft Distilleries'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.


Alcokraft Distilleries Beneish M-Score vs Beverages - Alcoholic Industry

For the Beverages - Alcoholic industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Alcokraft Distilleries's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Alcokraft Distilleries 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 Alcokraft Distilleries 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 * 19.992+0.528 * 0.7106+0.404 * 1.0202+0.892 * 1.227+0.115 * 0.9612
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * -0.043444-0.327 * 0.9866
=15.02

* 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 ₹1,029 Mil.
Revenue was ₹1,364 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹415 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹1,469 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹2,269 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹479 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹38 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹724 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹411 Mil.
Net Income was ₹90 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹188 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹42 Mil.
Revenue was ₹1,112 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹240 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹1,325 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹2,125 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹506 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹39 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹29 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹728 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹350 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)
=(1028.676 / 1364.114) / (41.934 / 1111.71)
=0.754098 / 0.03772
=19.992

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)
=(240.342 / 1111.71) / (414.99 / 1364.114)
=0.216191 / 0.304219
=0.7106

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 - (1469.426 + 479.267) / 2268.675) / (1 - (1324.969 + 505.937) / 2124.64)
=0.141044 / 0.138251
=1.0202

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
=1364.114 / 1111.71
=1.227

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))
=(38.54 / (38.54 + 505.937)) / (38.098 / (38.098 + 479.267))
=0.070784 / 0.073639
=0.9612

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)
=(0 / 1364.114) / (28.692 / 1111.71)
=0 / 0.025809
=0

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)
=((411.085 + 724.255) / 2268.675) / ((349.669 + 728.022) / 2124.64)
=0.500442 / 0.507235
=0.9866

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
=(89.679 - 0 - 188.24) / 2268.675
=-0.043444

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.

Alcokraft Distilleries has a M-score of 15.02 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 15.02 mean?
Alcokraft Distilleries (NSE:ALCODIS) has a Beneish M-Score of 15.02 as of Sep. 11, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Alcokraft Distilleries and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Alcokraft Distilleries ranks #199 out of 200 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, placing it in the top 99.5%.
Is Alcokraft Distilleries' Beneish M-Score too high?
Alcokraft Distilleries' current Beneish M-Score is 15.02. Based on the distribution chart, Alcokraft Distilleries ranks #199 out of 200 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Alcokraft Distilleries has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Alcokraft Distilleries' Beneish M-Score compare to BF.B?
According to the Beverages - Alcoholic industry distribution chart, Alcokraft Distilleries ranks #199 out of 200 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Alcokraft Distilleries 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 Beverages - Alcoholic company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Beverages - Alcoholic 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 Alcokraft Distilleries and its competitors. Alcokraft Distilleries's current Beneish M-Score is 15.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Alcokraft Distilleries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alcokraft Distilleries (NSE:ALCODIS) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹201.32, compared to a current price of ₹68.00 — trading 66.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is 15.02. Alcokraft Distilleries' overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Alcokraft Distilleries (NSE:ALCODIS), the current Beneish M-Score is 15.02 as of Sep. 11, 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 Alcokraft Distilleries (NSE:ALCODIS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alcokraft Distilleries stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹68.00 is trading 66.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹201.32. GuruFocus considers Alcokraft Distilleries to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for NSE:ALCODIS:

  • Beneish M-Score: 15.02
  • GF Value™: ₹201.32 vs. price of ₹68.00 (66.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 6 warning signs

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


Alcokraft Distilleries Business Description

Address A/P Walchandnagar, Taluka Indapur, Pune, MH, IND, 413114
Alcokraft Distilleries Ltd is engaged in the manufacture of non-potable alcohol. The company has two business segments: the distillery division and the potash division. Its Product Portfolio Includes Rectified Spirit, Neutral Alcohol, Denatured Spirit, Potash, Bio Potash, and De Potash Vinasse. The products are manufactured at its distillery facility situated at Walchandnagar, Maharashtra.
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