Multi Commodity Exchange of India (NSE:MCX) Beneish M-Score: -3.21 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


NSE:MCX Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd NSE:MCX
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What is Multi Commodity Exchange of India Beneish M-Score?

Multi Commodity Exchange of India NSE:MCX -0.31% 90 Beneish M-Score is -3.21 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:MCX with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹3,271.66 (Modestly Undervalued). Among 702 Capital Markets companies, Multi Commodity Exchange of India ranks better than 86.18% 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 -3.21 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for Multi Commodity Exchange of India's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

NSE:MCX' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.21   Med: -2.62   Max: -0.51
Current: -3.21

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Multi Commodity Exchange of India was -0.51. The lowest was -3.21. And the median was -2.62.


Multi Commodity Exchange of India Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Multi Commodity Exchange of India'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.

Multi Commodity Exchange of India Beneish M-Score Chart

Multi Commodity Exchange of India 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 -3.12 -1.69 -1.66 -2.89 -3.21

Multi Commodity Exchange of India 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 -2.89 0.00 0.00 0.00 -3.21

NSE:MCX vs SPGI, CME, ICE: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Financial Data & Stock Exchanges subindustry, Multi Commodity Exchange of India'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.


Multi Commodity Exchange of India Beneish M-Score vs Capital Markets Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Multi Commodity Exchange of India's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Multi Commodity Exchange of India 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 Multi Commodity Exchange of India 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 * 0.2177+0.528 * 0.8737+0.404 * 1.2413+0.892 * 2.0689+0.115 * 0.9504
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * -0.22707-0.327 * 1.2862
=-3.21

* 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 ₹640 Mil.
Revenue was ₹23,020 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹19,092 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹41,518 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹75,006 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹2,651 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹780 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹31,697 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹38 Mil.
Net Income was ₹13,316 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹30,347 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹1,420 Mil.
Revenue was ₹11,127 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹8,063 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹26,615 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹43,252 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹2,312 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹638 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹153 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹14,225 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹3 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)
=(639.8 / 23020) / (1420.3 / 11126.6)
=0.027793 / 0.127649
=0.2177

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)
=(8062.9 / 11126.6) / (19091.9 / 23020)
=0.724651 / 0.829361
=0.8737

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 - (41518.4 + 2651.3) / 75006.3) / (1 - (26615.2 + 2312) / 43251.7)
=0.41112 / 0.331189
=1.2413

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
=23020 / 11126.6
=2.0689

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))
=(637.5 / (637.5 + 2312)) / (780.4 / (780.4 + 2651.3))
=0.216138 / 0.227409
=0.9504

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 / 23020) / (152.9 / 11126.6)
=0 / 0.013742
=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)
=((38.3 + 31697.4) / 75006.3) / ((3.1 + 14225.4) / 43251.7)
=0.423107 / 0.32897
=1.2862

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
=(13315.5 - 0 - 30347.2) / 75006.3
=-0.22707

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.

Multi Commodity Exchange of India has a M-score of -3.21 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 -3.21 mean?
Multi Commodity Exchange of India (NSE:MCX) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.21 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Multi Commodity Exchange of India and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Multi Commodity Exchange of India ranks #97 out of 702 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 13.8%.
Is Multi Commodity Exchange of India's Beneish M-Score too high?
Multi Commodity Exchange of India's current Beneish M-Score is -3.21. Based on the distribution chart, Multi Commodity Exchange of India ranks #97 out of 702 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Multi Commodity Exchange of India has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Multi Commodity Exchange of India's Beneish M-Score compare to SPGI and CME?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Multi Commodity Exchange of India ranks #97 out of 702 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Multi Commodity Exchange of India in the top 14% 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 Multi Commodity Exchange of India and its competitors. Multi Commodity Exchange of India's current Beneish M-Score is -3.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Multi Commodity Exchange of India stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Multi Commodity Exchange of India (NSE:MCX) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹3,271.66, compared to a current price of ₹2,831.70 — trading 13.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.21. Multi Commodity Exchange of India's overall GF Score™ is 90/100. 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 Multi Commodity Exchange of India (NSE:MCX), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.21 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 Multi Commodity Exchange of India (NSE:MCX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Multi Commodity Exchange of India stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹2,831.70 is trading 13.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹3,271.66. GuruFocus considers Multi Commodity Exchange of India to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:MCX:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.21
  • GF Value™: ₹3,271.66 vs. price of ₹2,831.70 (13.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100

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


Multi Commodity Exchange of India Business Description

Other Exchanges 534091:India
Address Suren Road, Exchange Square, Chakala, Andheri (East), Mumbai, MH, IND, 400093
Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd is an India-based deemed Stock Exchange recognized under the Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956. The company facilitates online trading, and clearing and settlement of commodity futures transactions, thereby providing a platform for risk management. The company is a demutualized Exchange and has permanent recognition from the Government of India to facilitate nationwide online trading, clearing, and settlement operations of commodity derivatives. The company derives its revenues from transaction fees, admission fees, annual subscription fees, terminal charges, connectivity income, interest income, dividends from and gains on the sale of investments and other miscellaneous income.
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