Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA (OSL:WAWI) Beneish M-Score: -2.97 (As of Aug. 21, 2026)

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OSL:WAWI Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA OSL:WAWI
73 GF Score
Price kr159.40
GF Value kr89.18
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA Beneish M-Score?

Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA OSL:WAWI -3.86% 73 Beneish M-Score is -2.97 as of Aug. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates OSL:WAWI with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of kr89.18 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 968 Transportation companies, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA ranks better than 83.88% 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 -2.97 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

OSL:WAWI' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -7.22   Med: -3.14   Max: 5.26
Current: -2.97

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA was 5.26. The lowest was -7.22. And the median was -3.14.


Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA'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.

Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA Beneish M-Score Chart

Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -7.22 -3.40 -3.22 -2.80 -3.23

Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -3.07 -3.14 -3.23 -2.95 -2.97

Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA Beneish M-Score Competitor Comparison

For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA'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.


Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA Beneish M-Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA 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 Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA 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 * 1.0391+0.528 * 1.0195+0.404 * 0.9161+0.892 * 0.89+0.115 * 0.9398
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.099625-0.327 * 0.7812
=-2.97

* 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 (Jun26) TTM:Last Year (Jun25) TTM:
Total Receivables was kr5,587 Mil.
Revenue was 12505.423 + 12102.226 + 12744.801 + 13234.266 = kr50,587 Mil.
Gross Profit was 10847.616 + 10479.581 + 11067.056 + 11593.655 = kr43,988 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr16,597 Mil.
Total Assets was kr72,033 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr51,852 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr6,599 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr13,387 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr19,089 Mil.
Net Income was 1188.255 + 1535.717 + 1596.89 + 2535.491 = kr6,856 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = kr0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 2491.502 + 3110.069 + 3638.484 + 4792.574 = kr14,033 Mil.
Total Receivables was kr6,041 Mil.
Revenue was 13570.065 + 13849.625 + 15046.556 + 14372.378 = kr56,839 Mil.
Gross Profit was 11931.605 + 12173.148 + 13430.819 + 12853.346 = kr50,389 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr23,371 Mil.
Total Assets was kr82,174 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr54,341 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr6,450 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr24,868 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr22,556 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)
=(5586.714 / 50586.716) / (6041.192 / 56838.624)
=0.110438 / 0.106287
=1.0391

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)
=(50388.918 / 56838.624) / (43987.908 / 50586.716)
=0.886526 / 0.869555
=1.0195

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 - (16597.236 + 51851.99) / 72033.156) / (1 - (23370.668 + 54340.571) / 82174.283)
=0.049754 / 0.054312
=0.9161

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
=50586.716 / 56838.624
=0.89

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))
=(6449.707 / (6449.707 + 54340.571)) / (6598.809 / (6598.809 + 51851.99))
=0.106098 / 0.112895
=0.9398

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 / 50586.716) / (0 / 56838.624)
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=((19088.738 + 13387.032) / 72033.156) / ((22556.464 + 24868.401) / 82174.283)
=0.450845 / 0.577125
=0.7812

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
=(6856.353 - 0 - 14032.629) / 72033.156
=-0.099625

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.

Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA has a M-score of -2.97 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 -2.97 mean?
Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA (OSL:WAWI) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.97 as of Aug. 21, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA ranks #156 out of 968 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 16.1%.
Is Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA's Beneish M-Score too high?
Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA's current Beneish M-Score is -2.97. Based on the distribution chart, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA ranks #156 out of 968 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA's Beneish M-Score compare to competitors?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA ranks #156 out of 968 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA in the top 16% 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 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 Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA and its competitors. Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA's current Beneish M-Score is -2.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA (OSL:WAWI) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr89.18, compared to a current price of kr159.40 — trading 78.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.97. Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA (OSL:WAWI), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.97 as of Aug. 21, 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 Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA (OSL:WAWI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of kr159.40 is trading 78.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr89.18. GuruFocus considers Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for OSL:WAWI:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.97
  • GF Value™: kr89.18 vs. price of kr159.40 (78.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 9 warning signs

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


Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA Business Description

Address Strandveien 20, Lysaker, NOR, 1366
Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA is an integrated vehicle transportation and logistics company, supporting customers across their supply chain, all the way from the factory to the end-consumer. The company has three reportable operating segments, namely Shipping services, Logistics services and Government services. It generates maximum revenue from the Shipping services segment. The shipping services segment is engaged in the ocean transport of cars and RoRo cargo. Its main customers are car manufacturers as well as manufacturers of construction and other high and heavy equipment. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the Americas followed by Europe, Asia and Africa.
73GF Score

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