The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore (NSE:FACT) Beneish M-Score: -1.32 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


NSE:FACT The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore Ltd NSE:FACT
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What is The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore Beneish M-Score?

The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore NSE:FACT +0.85% 76 Beneish M-Score is -1.32 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:FACT with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹1,414.78 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 246 Agriculture companies, The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore ranks worse than 85.37% 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 -1.32 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

The historical rank and industry rank for The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

NSE:FACT' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.8   Med: -2.69   Max: 2.97
Current: -1.32

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore was 2.97. The lowest was -4.80. And the median was -2.69.


The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore'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.

The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore Beneish M-Score Chart

The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore 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 0.98 -2.69 -2.69 -3.04 -1.32

The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore 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 -3.04 0.00 0.00 0.00 -1.32

NSE:FACT vs CTVA, CF: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Agricultural Inputs subindustry, The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore'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.


The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore Beneish M-Score vs Agriculture Industry

For the Agriculture industry and Basic Materials sector, The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore 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 The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore 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 * 0.2874+0.528 * 1.3107+0.404 * 1.8908+0.892 * 1.413+0.115 * 1.0661
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * 0.16023-0.327 * 1.0169
=-1.32

* 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 ₹3,522 Mil.
Revenue was ₹57,238 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹12,690 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹41,786 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹59,670 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹12,426 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹357 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹44,908 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹308 Mil.
Net Income was ₹-396 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹-9,957 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹8,672 Mil.
Revenue was ₹40,509 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹11,772 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹44,987 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹59,814 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹11,933 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹366 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹2,586 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹44,258 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹312 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)
=(3521.969 / 57237.6) / (8671.657 / 40509.1)
=0.061532 / 0.214067
=0.2874

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)
=(11771.6 / 40509.1) / (12690 / 57237.6)
=0.290591 / 0.221707
=1.3107

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 - (41786.04 + 12426.012) / 59670.423) / (1 - (44986.981 + 11933.248) / 59813.893)
=0.091475 / 0.048378
=1.8908

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
=57237.6 / 40509.1
=1.413

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))
=(366.181 / (366.181 + 11933.248)) / (356.964 / (356.964 + 12426.012))
=0.029772 / 0.027925
=1.0661

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 / 57237.6) / (2586.174 / 40509.1)
=0 / 0.063842
=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)
=((307.813 + 44908.134) / 59670.423) / ((311.706 + 44257.982) / 59813.893)
=0.757761 / 0.745139
=1.0169

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
=(-396 - 0 - -9956.985) / 59670.423
=0.16023

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.

The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore has a M-score of -1.32 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

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What does a Beneish M-Score of -1.32 mean?
The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore (NSE:FACT) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.32 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore ranks #210 out of 246 companies in the Agriculture industry, placing it in the top 85.4%.
Is The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore's Beneish M-Score too high?
The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore's current Beneish M-Score is -1.32. Based on the distribution chart, The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore ranks #210 out of 246 companies in the Agriculture industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore's Beneish M-Score compare to CTVA and CF?
According to the Agriculture industry distribution chart, The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore ranks #210 out of 246 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore 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 an Agriculture company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Agriculture 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 The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore and its competitors. The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore's current Beneish M-Score is -1.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore (NSE:FACT) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹1,414.78, compared to a current price of ₹900.45 — trading 36.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.32. The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore (NSE:FACT), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.32 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 The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore (NSE:FACT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹900.45 is trading 36.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹1,414.78. GuruFocus considers The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for NSE:FACT:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.32
  • GF Value™: ₹1,414.78 vs. price of ₹900.45 (36.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 5 warning signs

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


The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore Business Description

Other Exchanges 590024:India
Address Eloor, Udyogamandal, Kochi, KL, IND, 683501
The Fertilizers & Chemicals Travancore Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing and marketing of fertilizers and petrochemicals, engineering consultancy and design, and fabrication and erection of industrial equipment. The company has two segments: Fertilizer and Petrochemical. The Fertilizer segment includes Ammonium Phosphate (Factamfos), Zincated Factamfos, Ammonium Sulphate, MOP, NPK 15:15:15, and Organic Manures, while the Petrochemical segment includes Caprolactam. The majority of its revenue is generated from the fertilizers segment.
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