Black Box (NSE:BBOX) Beneish M-Score: -2.14 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


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What is Black Box Beneish M-Score?

Black Box NSE:BBOX -2.90% 64 Beneish M-Score is -2.14 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:BBOX with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹502.89 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,634 Software companies, Black Box ranks worse than 71.53% 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 -2.14 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

NSE:BBOX' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.14   Med: -2.29   Max: -0.39
Current: -2.14

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Black Box was -0.39. The lowest was -4.14. And the median was -2.29.


Black Box Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Black Box'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.

Black Box Beneish M-Score Chart

Black Box 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 -0.39 -2.09 -2.60 -1.94 -2.14

Black Box 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 -1.94 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.14

NSE:BBOX vs CRM, SHOP, UBER: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Black Box'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.


Black Box Beneish M-Score vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Black Box's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Black Box 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 Black Box 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 * 1.0363+0.528 * 0.964+0.404 * 0.7904+0.892 * 1.0595+0.115 * 1.0929
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * 0.031108-0.327 * 0.9082
=-2.14

* 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 ₹14,339 Mil.
Revenue was ₹63,219 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹10,476 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹32,362 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹42,937 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹4,105 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹1,164 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹17,688 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹10,598 Mil.
Net Income was ₹2,175 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹840 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹13,059 Mil.
Revenue was ₹59,669 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹9,531 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹21,304 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹30,721 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹3,561 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹1,133 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹1,639 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹13,617 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹8,668 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)
=(14338.5 / 63218.5) / (13059 / 59669.1)
=0.226809 / 0.218857
=1.0363

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)
=(9531.4 / 59669.1) / (10476 / 63218.5)
=0.159738 / 0.165711
=0.964

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 - (32362 + 4105.4) / 42937) / (1 - (21303.5 + 3561.2) / 30721.4)
=0.150677 / 0.190639
=0.7904

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
=63218.5 / 59669.1
=1.0595

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))
=(1132.8 / (1132.8 + 3561.2)) / (1163.5 / (1163.5 + 4105.4))
=0.241329 / 0.220824
=1.0929

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 / 63218.5) / (1639.4 / 59669.1)
=0 / 0.027475
=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)
=((10597.6 + 17688) / 42937) / ((8667.5 + 13616.6) / 30721.4)
=0.65877 / 0.725361
=0.9082

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
=(2175.2 - 0 - 839.5) / 42937
=0.031108

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.

Black Box has a M-score of -2.14 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 -2.14 mean?
Black Box (NSE:BBOX) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.14 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Black Box and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Black Box ranks #1884 out of 2634 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 71.5%.
Is Black Box's Beneish M-Score too high?
Black Box's current Beneish M-Score is -2.14. Based on the distribution chart, Black Box ranks #1884 out of 2634 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Black Box has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Black Box's Beneish M-Score compare to CRM and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Black Box ranks #1884 out of 2634 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Black Box 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 Software company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Software 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 Black Box and its competitors. Black Box's current Beneish M-Score is -2.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Black Box stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Black Box (NSE:BBOX) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹502.89, compared to a current price of ₹957.90 — trading 90.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.14. Black Box's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Black Box (NSE:BBOX), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.14 as of Jun. 26, 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 Black Box (NSE:BBOX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Black Box stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹957.90 is trading 90.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹502.89. GuruFocus considers Black Box to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:BBOX:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.14
  • GF Value™: ₹502.89 vs. price of ₹957.90 (90.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 6 warning signs

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


Black Box Business Description

Other Exchanges 500463:India
Address Building No. 9, Airoli Knowledge Park, 501, 5th Floor, MIDC Industrial Area, Airoli, Navi Mumbai, MH, IND, 400 708
Black Box Ltd along with its subsidiaries provides information, communications technology solutions provider, and an integrator that delivers technology-based solutions across world markets and verticals with a spectrum of applications and services. The company's operating segments are Global System Integration (GSI); Technology Product Solution (TPS) and Others comprising of training and consulting services. It generates maximum revenue from the System Integration (SI) segment. The company exports its product to the Middle East/Africa, North America, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Europe. Its solution line consists of unified communications, network infrastructure, data center, cyber security (CYBER-i), and digital transformation and applications.
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