2 Cheap Cars Group (NZSE:2CC) Beneish M-Score: -3.15 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


NZSE:2CC 2 Cheap Cars Group Ltd NZSE:2CC
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What is 2 Cheap Cars Group Beneish M-Score?

2 Cheap Cars Group NZSE:2CC +1.54% 51 Beneish M-Score is -3.15 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates NZSE:2CC with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of NZ$0.71 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,274 Vehicles & Parts companies, 2 Cheap Cars Group ranks better than 90.66% 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 -3.15 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for 2 Cheap Cars Group's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

NZSE:2CC' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.7   Med: -3.45   Max: -3.05
Current: -3.15

During the past 6 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of 2 Cheap Cars Group was -3.05. The lowest was -4.70. And the median was -3.45.


2 Cheap Cars Group Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for 2 Cheap Cars Group'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.

2 Cheap Cars Group Beneish M-Score Chart

2 Cheap Cars Group Annual Data
Trend Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 -4.70 -3.05 -3.74 -3.15

2 Cheap Cars Group Semi-Annual Data
Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -3.05 0.00 -3.74 0.00 -3.15

NZSE:2CC vs CVNA, PAG, ALTB: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, 2 Cheap Cars Group'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.


2 Cheap Cars Group Beneish M-Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, 2 Cheap Cars Group's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where 2 Cheap Cars Group's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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2 Cheap Cars Group 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 2 Cheap Cars Group 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 * 0.6714+0.528 * 0.9316+0.404 * 0.5739+0.892 * 1.0196+0.115 * 1.0031
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9346+4.679 * -0.03962-0.327 * 1.0164
=-3.15

* 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 NZ$0.40 Mil.
Revenue was NZ$81.26 Mil.
Gross Profit was NZ$16.99 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NZ$24.04 Mil.
Total Assets was NZ$36.35 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NZ$10.53 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NZ$2.91 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NZ$9.35 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NZ$6.88 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NZ$7.31 Mil.
Net Income was NZ$3.19 Mil.
Gross Profit was NZ$0.45 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was NZ$4.17 Mil.
Total Receivables was NZ$0.58 Mil.
Revenue was NZ$79.70 Mil.
Gross Profit was NZ$15.52 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NZ$21.74 Mil.
Total Assets was NZ$34.20 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NZ$9.56 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NZ$2.65 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NZ$9.81 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NZ$6.72 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NZ$6.42 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)
=(0.395 / 81.26) / (0.577 / 79.695)
=0.004861 / 0.00724
=0.6714

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)
=(15.521 / 79.695) / (16.988 / 81.26)
=0.194755 / 0.209057
=0.9316

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 - (24.043 + 10.531) / 36.345) / (1 - (21.735 + 9.562) / 34.201)
=0.048727 / 0.08491
=0.5739

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
=81.26 / 79.695
=1.0196

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))
=(2.65 / (2.65 + 9.562)) / (2.907 / (2.907 + 10.531))
=0.217 / 0.216327
=1.0031

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)
=(9.352 / 81.26) / (9.814 / 79.695)
=0.115087 / 0.123144
=0.9346

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)
=((7.314 + 6.879) / 36.345) / ((6.421 + 6.719) / 34.201)
=0.390508 / 0.384199
=1.0164

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
=(3.188 - 0.454 - 4.174) / 36.345
=-0.03962

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.

2 Cheap Cars Group has a M-score of -3.15 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 -3.15 mean?
2 Cheap Cars Group (NZSE:2CC) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.15 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on 2 Cheap Cars Group and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, 2 Cheap Cars Group ranks #119 out of 1274 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 9.3%.
Is 2 Cheap Cars Group's Beneish M-Score too high?
2 Cheap Cars Group's current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. Based on the distribution chart, 2 Cheap Cars Group ranks #119 out of 1274 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, 2 Cheap Cars Group has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does 2 Cheap Cars Group's Beneish M-Score compare to CVNA and PAG?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, 2 Cheap Cars Group ranks #119 out of 1274 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places 2 Cheap Cars Group in the top 9% 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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 2 Cheap Cars Group and its competitors. 2 Cheap Cars Group's current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is 2 Cheap Cars Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 2 Cheap Cars Group (NZSE:2CC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is NZ$0.71, compared to a current price of NZ$0.66 — trading 7% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.15. 2 Cheap Cars Group's overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 4 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 2 Cheap Cars Group (NZSE:2CC), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.15 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 2 Cheap Cars Group (NZSE:2CC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 2 Cheap Cars Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NZ$0.66 is trading 7% below its estimated GF Value™ of NZ$0.71. GuruFocus considers 2 Cheap Cars Group to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for NZSE:2CC:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.15
  • GF Value™: NZ$0.71 vs. price of NZ$0.66 (7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the NZSE:2CC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


2 Cheap Cars Group Business Description

Address 102 Mays Road, Onehunga, Auckland, NTL, NZL, 1061
2 Cheap Cars Group Ltd is an integrated automotive group operating throughout New Zealand via two divisions: Automotive Retail and Finance. The group draws revenue from the two divisions: automotive retail division, revenue is derived from the sale of vehicles and from agent commissions relating to third-party finance and insurance products.
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