Indian Energy Exchange (NSE:IEX) Beneish M-Score: -3.09 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


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What is Indian Energy Exchange Beneish M-Score?

Indian Energy Exchange NSE:IEX -0.17% 76 Beneish M-Score is -3.09 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:IEX with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹211.06 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 702 Capital Markets companies, Indian Energy Exchange ranks better than 83.9% 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 -3.09 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

NSE:IEX' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.09   Med: -1.27   Max: 153.08
Current: -3.09

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Indian Energy Exchange was 153.08. The lowest was -3.09. And the median was -1.27.


Indian Energy Exchange Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Indian Energy Exchange'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.

Indian Energy Exchange Beneish M-Score Chart

Indian Energy Exchange 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 12.84 -1.23 6.25 -1.31 -3.09

Indian Energy Exchange 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 -1.31 0.00 0.00 0.00 -3.09

NSE:IEX vs MS, GS, SCHW: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, Indian Energy Exchange'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.


Indian Energy Exchange Beneish M-Score vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Indian Energy Exchange's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Indian Energy Exchange's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Indian Energy Exchange 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 Indian Energy Exchange 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 * 0.0078+0.528 * 0.9932+0.404 * 0.5651+0.892 * 1.1459+0.115 * 1.3066
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * 0.024694-0.327 * 0.9166
=-3.09

* 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 ₹20 Mil.
Revenue was ₹6,156 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹5,666 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹20,322 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹24,357 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹290 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹233 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹10,185 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹65 Mil.
Net Income was ₹4,929 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹4,328 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹2,210 Mil.
Revenue was ₹5,373 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹4,911 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹15,837 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹21,967 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹153 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹213 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹97 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹10,066 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹20 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)
=(19.75 / 6156.47) / (2209.515 / 5372.623)
=0.003208 / 0.411254
=0.0078

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)
=(4911.239 / 5372.623) / (5666.479 / 6156.47)
=0.914123 / 0.92041
=0.9932

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 - (20322.296 + 290.131) / 24357.48) / (1 - (15837.385 + 152.527) / 21966.591)
=0.153754 / 0.27208
=0.5651

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
=6156.47 / 5372.623
=1.1459

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))
=(212.516 / (212.516 + 152.527)) / (233.153 / (233.153 + 290.131))
=0.582167 / 0.445557
=1.3066

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 / 6156.47) / (96.673 / 5372.623)
=0 / 0.017994
=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)
=((65.274 + 10185.298) / 24357.48) / ((19.62 + 10065.689) / 21966.591)
=0.420839 / 0.45912
=0.9166

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
=(4929.212 - 0 - 4327.725) / 24357.48
=0.024694

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.

Indian Energy Exchange has a M-score of -3.09 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 -3.09 mean?
Indian Energy Exchange (NSE:IEX) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.09 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Indian Energy Exchange and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Indian Energy Exchange ranks #113 out of 702 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 16.1%.
Is Indian Energy Exchange's Beneish M-Score too high?
Indian Energy Exchange's current Beneish M-Score is -3.09. Based on the distribution chart, Indian Energy Exchange ranks #113 out of 702 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Indian Energy Exchange has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Indian Energy Exchange's Beneish M-Score compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Indian Energy Exchange ranks #113 out of 702 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Indian Energy Exchange in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Capital Markets company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Capital Markets 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 Indian Energy Exchange and its competitors. Indian Energy Exchange's current Beneish M-Score is -3.09. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Indian Energy Exchange stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Indian Energy Exchange (NSE:IEX) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹211.06, compared to a current price of ₹125.00 — trading 40.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.09. Indian Energy Exchange's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Indian Energy Exchange (NSE:IEX), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.09 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 Indian Energy Exchange (NSE:IEX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Indian Energy Exchange stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹125.00 is trading 40.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹211.06. GuruFocus considers Indian Energy Exchange to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:IEX:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.09
  • GF Value™: ₹211.06 vs. price of ₹125.00 (40.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 1 warning sign

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


Indian Energy Exchange Business Description

Other Exchanges 540750:India
Address Sector 16B, 9th Floor, Max Towers, Plot No. C-001/A/1, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Noida, UP, IND, 201301
Indian Energy Exchange Ltd is an India-based power trading platform provider. It is a power exchange for spot trading in power/electricity, trading of Renewable Energy Certificates (REC), and Energy Saving Certificates (ESCerts). The main activity of the company is to provide an automated platform and infrastructure for carrying out trading in electricity units for the physical delivery of electricity.
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