Kewal Kiran Clothing (NSE:KKCL) Beneish M-Score: -2.60 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


NSE:KKCL Kewal Kiran Clothing Ltd NSE:KKCL
85 GF Score
Price ₹504.55
GF Value ₹862.48
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What is Kewal Kiran Clothing Beneish M-Score?

Kewal Kiran Clothing NSE:KKCL -0.34% 85 Beneish M-Score is -2.60 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:KKCL with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹862.48 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,001 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Kewal Kiran Clothing ranks better than 57.14% 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 -2.6 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

NSE:KKCL' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.02   Med: -2.22   Max: -0.02
Current: -2.6

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Kewal Kiran Clothing was -0.02. The lowest was -3.02. And the median was -2.22.


Kewal Kiran Clothing Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kewal Kiran Clothing'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.

Kewal Kiran Clothing Beneish M-Score Chart

Kewal Kiran Clothing 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 -1.96 -2.13 -2.19 -0.02 -2.60

Kewal Kiran Clothing 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 -0.02 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.60

NSE:KKCL vs RL, LEVI, VFC: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, Kewal Kiran Clothing'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.


Kewal Kiran Clothing Beneish M-Score vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry

For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Kewal Kiran Clothing's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kewal Kiran Clothing's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Kewal Kiran Clothing 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 Kewal Kiran Clothing 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 * 0.8379+0.528 * 0.9847+0.404 * 0.8228+0.892 * 1.2094+0.115 * 0.8441
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9449+4.679 * -0.027671-0.327 * 0.8216
=-2.60

* 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 ₹3,212 Mil.
Revenue was ₹12,128 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹5,116 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹9,429 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹14,965 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹2,672 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹443 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹1,022 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹2,752 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹661 Mil.
Net Income was ₹1,419 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹1,833 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹3,169 Mil.
Revenue was ₹10,028 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹4,165 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹8,584 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹14,258 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹2,357 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹322 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹895 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹3,485 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹472 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)
=(3211.6 / 12127.7) / (3169.15 / 10027.7)
=0.264815 / 0.31604
=0.8379

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)
=(4165.2 / 10027.7) / (5115.7 / 12127.7)
=0.415369 / 0.421819
=0.9847

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 - (9429 + 2671.9) / 14965.2) / (1 - (8583.636 + 2357.328) / 14257.73)
=0.191397 / 0.232629
=0.8228

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
=12127.7 / 10027.7
=1.2094

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))
=(321.8 / (321.8 + 2357.328)) / (443.3 / (443.3 + 2671.9))
=0.120114 / 0.142302
=0.8441

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)
=(1022.2 / 12127.7) / (894.5 / 10027.7)
=0.084286 / 0.089203
=0.9449

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)
=((660.9 + 2751.7) / 14965.2) / ((472.438 + 3484.65) / 14257.73)
=0.228036 / 0.27754
=0.8216

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
=(1419 - 0 - 1833.1) / 14965.2
=-0.027671

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.

Kewal Kiran Clothing has a M-score of -2.60 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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What does a Beneish M-Score of -2.60 mean?
Kewal Kiran Clothing (NSE:KKCL) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.60 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Kewal Kiran Clothing and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Kewal Kiran Clothing ranks #429 out of 1001 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 42.9%.
Is Kewal Kiran Clothing's Beneish M-Score too high?
Kewal Kiran Clothing's current Beneish M-Score is -2.60. Based on the distribution chart, Kewal Kiran Clothing ranks #429 out of 1001 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Kewal Kiran Clothing has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kewal Kiran Clothing's Beneish M-Score compare to RL and LEVI?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Kewal Kiran Clothing ranks #429 out of 1001 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Kewal Kiran Clothing in the upper 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories 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 Kewal Kiran Clothing and its competitors. Kewal Kiran Clothing's current Beneish M-Score is -2.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kewal Kiran Clothing stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kewal Kiran Clothing (NSE:KKCL) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹862.48, compared to a current price of ₹504.55 — trading 41.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.60. Kewal Kiran Clothing's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 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 Kewal Kiran Clothing (NSE:KKCL), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.60 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 Kewal Kiran Clothing (NSE:KKCL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kewal Kiran Clothing stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹504.55 is trading 41.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹862.48. GuruFocus considers Kewal Kiran Clothing to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:KKCL:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.60
  • GF Value™: ₹862.48 vs. price of ₹504.55 (41.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 1 warning sign

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


Kewal Kiran Clothing Business Description

Other Exchanges 532732:India
Address I.B. Patel Road, 460/7, Kewal Kiran Estate, Near Western Express Highway, Goregaon (East), Mumbai, MH, IND, 400 063
Kewal Kiran Clothing Ltd is engaged into manufacturing, marketing and retailing of branded readymade garments and finished accessories. Its brands include Killer, Easies, LawmanPg3, K-Lounge, and Integrity. The company has a presence in Asia, the Middle East, and others.
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