Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works (NSE:KMEW) Beneish M-Score: 0.22 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


NSE:KMEW Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Ltd NSE:KMEW
57 GF Score
Price ₹2,240.00
GF Value ₹1,260.26
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Beneish M-Score?

Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works NSE:KMEW -3.34% 57 Beneish M-Score is 0.22 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:KMEW with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹1,260.26 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 960 Transportation companies, Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works ranks worse than 96.25% 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 0.22 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

The historical rank and industry rank for Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

NSE:KMEW' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.87   Med: -1.2   Max: 3.67
Current: 0.22

During the past 9 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works was 3.67. The lowest was -2.87. And the median was -1.20.


Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Beneish M-Score Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works'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.

Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Beneish M-Score Chart

Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Annual Data
Trend Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only 3.39 3.67 -2.42 -1.92 0.22

Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Quarterly Data
Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 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 -1.92 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.22

Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Beneish M-Score Competitor Comparison

For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works'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.


Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Beneish M-Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works's Beneish M-Score falls into.


NSE:KMEW
57GF Score
Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Ltd NSE:KMEW
Beneish M-Score is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works 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 Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works 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 * 0.8355+0.528 * 1.1212+0.404 * 2.7088+0.892 * 1.2769+0.115 * 0.9163
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * 0.340462-0.327 * 0.7002
=0.22

* 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 ₹767 Mil.
Revenue was ₹2,563 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹994 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹1,665 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹8,201 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹3,098 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹187 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹1,370 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹1,083 Mil.
Net Income was ₹788 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹-2,004 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹719 Mil.
Revenue was ₹2,007 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹872 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹1,289 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹3,987 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹2,081 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹114 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹82 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹1,027 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹676 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)
=(767.471 / 2562.801) / (719.334 / 2006.997)
=0.299466 / 0.358413
=0.8355

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)
=(872.438 / 2006.997) / (993.655 / 2562.801)
=0.434698 / 0.387722
=1.1212

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 - (1664.935 + 3098.178) / 8200.775) / (1 - (1289.075 + 2081.163) / 3987.273)
=0.419187 / 0.154751
=2.7088

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
=2562.801 / 2006.997
=1.2769

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))
=(114.316 / (114.316 + 2081.163)) / (186.663 / (186.663 + 3098.178))
=0.052069 / 0.056826
=0.9163

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 / 2562.801) / (81.609 / 2006.997)
=0 / 0.040662
=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)
=((1082.864 + 1369.939) / 8200.775) / ((675.691 + 1027.371) / 3987.273)
=0.299094 / 0.427125
=0.7002

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
=(788.03 - 0 - -2004.024) / 8200.775
=0.340462

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.

Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works has a M-score of 0.22 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 0.22 mean?
Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works (NSE:KMEW) has a Beneish M-Score of 0.22 as of Jun. 28, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works ranks #924 out of 960 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 96.2%.
Is Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works' Beneish M-Score too high?
Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works' current Beneish M-Score is 0.22. Based on the distribution chart, Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works ranks #924 out of 960 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works' Beneish M-Score compare to competitors?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works ranks #924 out of 960 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works 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 Transportation company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Transportation 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 Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works and its competitors. Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works's current Beneish M-Score is 0.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works (NSE:KMEW) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹1,260.26, compared to a current price of ₹2,240.00 — trading 77.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is 0.22. Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works' overall GF Score™ is 57/100 with 9 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 Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works (NSE:KMEW), the current Beneish M-Score is 0.22 as of Jun. 28, 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 Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works (NSE:KMEW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹2,240.00 is trading 77.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹1,260.26. GuruFocus considers Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:KMEW:

  • Beneish M-Score: 0.22
  • GF Value™: ₹1,260.26 vs. price of ₹2,240.00 (77.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 9 warning signs

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


Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Business Description

Other Exchanges 543273:India
Address W. T. Patil Marg, Off Eastern Freeway, Unit No. 706-707, The Epicentre, BEST Colony, Near Shivaji Chowk, Chembur East, Mumbai, MH, IND, 400 071
Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Ltd is engaged in the business of owning, chartering, and hiring, along with manning, operating, technical maintenance, and allied works of Marine Crafts and Marine Infrastructure. Geographically, the company operates in India and Myanmar. The majority of its revenue is derived from its business in India.
57GF Score

Get the complete analysis for NSE:KMEW

Beneish M-Score is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

₹2,240.00
Price
₹1,260.26
GF Value