Sundaram Finance (NSE:SUNDARMFIN) Beneish M-Score: -1.87 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


NSE:SUNDARMFIN Sundaram Finance Ltd NSE:SUNDARMFIN
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Price ₹4,627.10
GF Value ₹5,742.68
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Sundaram Finance Beneish M-Score?

Sundaram Finance NSE:SUNDARMFIN +0.58% 62 Beneish M-Score is -1.87 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:SUNDARMFIN with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹5,742.68 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 483 Credit Services companies, Sundaram Finance ranks worse than 60.87% on this metric.

Note: Financial institutions were excluded from the sample in Beneish paper when calculating Beneish M-Score. Thus, the prediction might not fit banks and insurance companies.

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 -1.87 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

NSE:SUNDARMFIN' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.48   Med: -1.92   Max: -1.41
Current: -1.87

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Sundaram Finance was -1.41. The lowest was -2.48. And the median was -1.92.

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Sundaram Finance 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 Sundaram Finance 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+0.528 * 1+0.404 * 1.0008+0.892 * 1.179+0.115 * 0.9596
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8665+4.679 * 0.092675-0.327 * 1.0156
=-1.87

* 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 ₹0 Mil.
Revenue was ₹49,446 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹49,446 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹0 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹857,954 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹7,746 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹2,457 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹3,870 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹607,633 Mil.
Net Income was ₹20,589 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹-58,922 Mil.
 Total Receivables was ₹0 Mil.
Revenue was ₹41,941 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹41,941 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹0 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹753,367 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹7,406 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹2,226 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹3,789 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹525,382 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)
=(0 / 49446) / (0 / 41940.5)
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=(41940.5 / 41940.5) / (49446 / 49446)
=1 / 1
=1

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 - (0 + 7745.8) / 857954.1) / (1 - (0 + 7406.3) / 753366.7)
=0.990972 / 0.990169
=1.0008

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
=49446 / 41940.5
=1.179

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))
=(2225.5 / (2225.5 + 7406.3)) / (2456.7 / (2456.7 + 7745.8))
=0.231058 / 0.240794
=0.9596

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)
=(3870.1 / 49446) / (3788.5 / 41940.5)
=0.078269 / 0.09033
=0.8665

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)
=((607632.6 + 0) / 857954.1) / ((525381.7 + 0) / 753366.7)
=0.708234 / 0.697378
=1.0156

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
=(20588.6 - 0 - -58922.2) / 857954.1
=0.092675

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.

Sundaram Finance has a M-score of -1.87 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 -1.87 mean?
Sundaram Finance (NSE:SUNDARMFIN) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.87 as of Jun. 28, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Sundaram Finance and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Sundaram Finance ranks #294 out of 483 companies in the Credit Services industry, placing it in the top 60.9%.
Is Sundaram Finance's Beneish M-Score too high?
Sundaram Finance's current Beneish M-Score is -1.87. Based on the distribution chart, Sundaram Finance ranks #294 out of 483 companies in the Credit Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sundaram Finance has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sundaram Finance's Beneish M-Score compare to V and MA?
According to the Credit Services industry distribution chart, Sundaram Finance ranks #294 out of 483 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Sundaram Finance 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 Credit Services company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Credit Services 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 Sundaram Finance and its competitors. Sundaram Finance's current Beneish M-Score is -1.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sundaram Finance stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sundaram Finance (NSE:SUNDARMFIN) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹5,742.68, compared to a current price of ₹4,627.10 — trading 19.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.87. Sundaram Finance's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 2 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 Sundaram Finance (NSE:SUNDARMFIN), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.87 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 Sundaram Finance (NSE:SUNDARMFIN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sundaram Finance stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹4,627.10 is trading 19.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹5,742.68. GuruFocus considers Sundaram Finance to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:SUNDARMFIN:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.87
  • GF Value™: ₹5,742.68 vs. price of ₹4,627.10 (19.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 2 warning signs

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

Sundaram Finance Business Description

Other Exchanges 590071:India
Address 21, Patullos Road, Chennai, TN, IND, 600 002
Sundaram Finance Ltd is a nonbanking finance company operating in India. The company provides various financial products and services, including commercial vehicle finance, car finance, farm equipment finance, construction equipment finance, and fleet cards. Through its subsidiaries, the company has a diversified presence in insurance, mutual funds, housing finance, business process outsourcing, information technology services, and retail distribution of various financial services and products. The company's business segments include Asset Financing, which derives key revenue, and Other operations.
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