IFGL Refractories (NSE:IFGLEXPOR) Beneish M-Score: -2.22 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


NSE:IFGLEXPOR IFGL Refractories Ltd NSE:IFGLEXPOR
79 GF Score
Price ₹185.54
GF Value ₹301.82
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What is IFGL Refractories Beneish M-Score?

IFGL Refractories NSE:IFGLEXPOR -0.83% 79 Beneish M-Score is -2.22 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:IFGLEXPOR with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹301.82 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 388 Building Materials companies, IFGL Refractories ranks worse than 78.09% 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 -2.22 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

NSE:IFGLEXPOR' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.18   Med: -2.37   Max: -1.83
Current: -2.22

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of IFGL Refractories was -1.83. The lowest was -3.18. And the median was -2.37.


IFGL Refractories Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for IFGL Refractories'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.

IFGL Refractories Beneish M-Score Chart

IFGL Refractories 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 -2.06 -1.99 -2.78 -2.46 -2.22

IFGL Refractories 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 -2.46 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.22

NSE:IFGLEXPOR vs CRH, VMC, MLM: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Building Materials subindustry, IFGL Refractories'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.


IFGL Refractories Beneish M-Score vs Building Materials Industry

For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, IFGL Refractories's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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IFGL Refractories 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 IFGL Refractories 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 * 1.0284+0.528 * 1.0457+0.404 * 0.9455+0.892 * 1.1459+0.115 * 0.9613
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * -0.017143-0.327 * 0.9547
=-2.22

* 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 ₹4,254 Mil.
Revenue was ₹18,943 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹9,051 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹9,887 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹16,730 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹4,924 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹796 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹4,227 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹439 Mil.
Net Income was ₹347 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹634 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹3,610 Mil.
Revenue was ₹16,530 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹8,260 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹9,511 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹16,185 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹4,710 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹727 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹372 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹4,164 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹565 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)
=(4254.4 / 18942.5) / (3609.929 / 16530.3)
=0.224595 / 0.218383
=1.0284

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)
=(8259.5 / 16530.3) / (9051.2 / 18942.5)
=0.499658 / 0.477825
=1.0457

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 - (9886.8 + 4923.5) / 16729.5) / (1 - (9511.207 + 4710.022) / 16185.04)
=0.11472 / 0.121335
=0.9455

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
=18942.5 / 16530.3
=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))
=(727.4 / (727.4 + 4710.022)) / (795.9 / (795.9 + 4923.5))
=0.133777 / 0.139158
=0.9613

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 / 18942.5) / (371.575 / 16530.3)
=0 / 0.022478
=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)
=((439.3 + 4227.3) / 16729.5) / ((564.995 + 4164.151) / 16185.04)
=0.278944 / 0.292192
=0.9547

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
=(347 - 0 - 633.8) / 16729.5
=-0.017143

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.

IFGL Refractories has a M-score of -2.22 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 -2.22 mean?
IFGL Refractories (NSE:IFGLEXPOR) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.22 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on IFGL Refractories and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, IFGL Refractories ranks #303 out of 388 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 78.1%.
Is IFGL Refractories' Beneish M-Score too high?
IFGL Refractories' current Beneish M-Score is -2.22. Based on the distribution chart, IFGL Refractories ranks #303 out of 388 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, IFGL Refractories has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IFGL Refractories' Beneish M-Score compare to CRH and VMC?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, IFGL Refractories ranks #303 out of 388 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places IFGL Refractories 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 Building Materials company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Building Materials 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 IFGL Refractories and its competitors. IFGL Refractories's current Beneish M-Score is -2.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IFGL Refractories stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IFGL Refractories (NSE:IFGLEXPOR) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹301.82, compared to a current price of ₹185.54 — trading 38.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.22. IFGL Refractories' overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 3 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 IFGL Refractories (NSE:IFGLEXPOR), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.22 as of Jun. 27, 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 IFGL Refractories (NSE:IFGLEXPOR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IFGL Refractories stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹185.54 is trading 38.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹301.82. GuruFocus considers IFGL Refractories to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:IFGLEXPOR:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.22
  • GF Value™: ₹301.82 vs. price of ₹185.54 (38.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 3 warning signs

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


IFGL Refractories Business Description

Other Exchanges 540774:India
Address 3, Netaji Subhas Road, McLeod House, Kolkata, WB, IND, 700 001
IFGL Refractories Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing, trading, and selling of Refractory items and related equipment and accessories used in Steel plants. The Group also provides services to Refractory Goods. The Group operates in one Operating Segment, Specialised Refractories and Ceramics. The Group's production facilities have been segmented into India, Europe (United Kingdom, Germany, and the Czech Republic), Asia excluding India (China), and America (USA). It generates maximum revenue from India. The group provides Solutions for Ferrous and non-ferrous.
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