Fineotex Chemical (NSE:FCL) Beneish M-Score: -1.22 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


NSE:FCL Fineotex Chemical Ltd NSE:FCL
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GF Value ₹50.09
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Fineotex Chemical Beneish M-Score?

Fineotex Chemical NSE:FCL -1.18% 91 Beneish M-Score is -1.22 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:FCL with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹50.09 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,529 Chemicals companies, Fineotex Chemical ranks worse than 90.91% 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 -1.22 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

NSE:FCL' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.88   Med: -1.87   Max: -1.22
Current: -1.22

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Fineotex Chemical was -1.22. The lowest was -2.88. And the median was -1.87.


Fineotex Chemical Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Fineotex Chemical'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.

Fineotex Chemical Beneish M-Score Chart

Fineotex Chemical 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 -1.79 -1.72 -2.05 -1.90 -1.22

Fineotex Chemical 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 -1.90 0.00 0.00 0.00 -1.22

NSE:FCL vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Fineotex Chemical'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.


Fineotex Chemical Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Fineotex Chemical's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Fineotex Chemical 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 Fineotex Chemical 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 * 1.6352+0.528 * 1.1687+0.404 * 0.7418+0.892 * 1.4479+0.115 * 0.7362
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * 0.114354-0.327 * 2.19
=-1.22

* 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 ₹3,096 Mil.
Revenue was ₹7,722 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹2,549 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹5,751 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹11,592 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹2,051 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹134 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹2,053 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹38 Mil.
Net Income was ₹1,088 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹-238 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹1,308 Mil.
Revenue was ₹5,333 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹2,057 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹2,609 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹8,146 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹1,947 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹92 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹151 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹671 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹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)
=(3096.038 / 7722.256) / (1307.607 / 5333.328)
=0.400924 / 0.245177
=1.6352

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)
=(2057.129 / 5333.328) / (2548.634 / 7722.256)
=0.385712 / 0.330037
=1.1687

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 - (5751.114 + 2051.22) / 11592.167) / (1 - (2609.334 + 1946.723) / 8146.292)
=0.326931 / 0.44072
=0.7418

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
=7722.256 / 5333.328
=1.4479

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))
=(92.205 / (92.205 + 1946.723)) / (134.247 / (134.247 + 2051.22))
=0.045222 / 0.061427
=0.7362

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 / 7722.256) / (151.008 / 5333.328)
=0 / 0.028314
=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)
=((38.154 + 2053.032) / 11592.167) / ((0 + 671.016) / 8146.292)
=0.180396 / 0.082371
=2.19

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
=(1087.522 - 0 - -238.088) / 11592.167
=0.114354

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.

Fineotex Chemical has a M-score of -1.22 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 -1.22 mean?
Fineotex Chemical (NSE:FCL) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.22 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Fineotex Chemical and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Fineotex Chemical ranks #1390 out of 1529 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 90.9%.
Is Fineotex Chemical's Beneish M-Score too high?
Fineotex Chemical's current Beneish M-Score is -1.22. Based on the distribution chart, Fineotex Chemical ranks #1390 out of 1529 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Fineotex Chemical has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Fineotex Chemical's Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Fineotex Chemical ranks #1390 out of 1529 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Fineotex Chemical 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 Chemicals company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Chemicals 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 Fineotex Chemical and its competitors. Fineotex Chemical's current Beneish M-Score is -1.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Fineotex Chemical stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fineotex Chemical (NSE:FCL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹50.09, compared to a current price of ₹42.89 — trading 14.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.22. Fineotex Chemical's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 8 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 Fineotex Chemical (NSE:FCL), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.22 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 Fineotex Chemical (NSE:FCL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fineotex Chemical stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹42.89 is trading 14.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹50.09. GuruFocus considers Fineotex Chemical to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:FCL:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.22
  • GF Value™: ₹50.09 vs. price of ₹42.89 (14.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 8 warning signs

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


Fineotex Chemical Business Description

Other Exchanges 533333:India
Address S. V. Road, 4th Floor, 42/43, Manorama Chambers, Bandra (west), Mumbai, MH, IND, 400 050
Fineotex Chemical Ltd is an Indian company engaged in the manufacture of Textile chemicals, auxiliaries, and specialty chemicals. Some of its products include Benzalkonium Chloride (BKC); Barite; Hematite; Magnesium Chloride; Calcium Chloride; DOSS (Dioctyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate) and others. Its chemicals are Desizing Agent, Stiffeners, Binders, Anticrease Lubricants, Drilling Fluids, Cementing Fluids, and Others.
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