Boule Diagnostics AB (OSTO:BOUL) Beneish M-Score: -2.86 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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OSTO:BOUL Boule Diagnostics AB OSTO:BOUL
47 GF Score
Price kr3.80
GF Value kr7.14
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Boule Diagnostics AB Beneish M-Score?

Boule Diagnostics AB OSTO:BOUL -0.26% 47 Beneish M-Score is -2.86 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates OSTO:BOUL with a GF Score™ of 47/100 and a GF Value™ of kr7.14 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 763 Medical Devices & Instruments companies, Boule Diagnostics AB ranks better than 72.21% 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 -2.86 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

OSTO:BOUL' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -6.31   Med: -2.55   Max: -1.81
Current: -2.86

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Boule Diagnostics AB was -1.81. The lowest was -6.31. And the median was -2.55.


Boule Diagnostics AB Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Boule Diagnostics AB'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.

Boule Diagnostics AB Beneish M-Score Chart

Boule Diagnostics AB 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 -2.36 -2.15 -2.55 -5.93 -2.66

Boule Diagnostics AB 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 -6.24 -6.31 -3.49 -2.66 -2.86

OSTO:BOUL vs ABT, SYK, MDT: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Medical Devices subindustry, Boule Diagnostics AB'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.


Boule Diagnostics AB Beneish M-Score vs Medical Devices & Instruments Industry

For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry and Healthcare sector, Boule Diagnostics AB's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Boule Diagnostics AB's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Boule Diagnostics AB 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 Boule Diagnostics AB 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 * 0.9334+0.528 * 1.0723+0.404 * 0.949+0.892 * 0.9138+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9418+4.679 * -0.060154-0.327 * 0.9772
=-2.86

* 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 kr131.1 Mil.
Revenue was 101.6 + 120.2 + 127.2 + 129.4 = kr478.4 Mil.
Gross Profit was 42.2 + 57.7 + 52.4 + 50.1 = kr202.4 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr217.8 Mil.
Total Assets was kr468.8 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr63.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr0.0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr129.7 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr205.1 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr87.8 Mil.
Net Income was -14.6 + 1.6 + 10.9 + -5.7 = kr-7.8 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = kr0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 11.7 + 9.6 + 1.8 + -2.7 = kr20.4 Mil.
Total Receivables was kr153.7 Mil.
Revenue was 112.9 + 143.2 + 130.5 + 136.9 = kr523.5 Mil.
Gross Profit was 53.6 + 63.8 + 61.1 + 59 = kr237.5 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr252.9 Mil.
Total Assets was kr495.0 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr33.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr0.0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr150.7 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr259.0 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr57.5 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)
=(131.1 / 478.4) / (153.7 / 523.5)
=0.274038 / 0.293601
=0.9334

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)
=(237.5 / 523.5) / (202.4 / 478.4)
=0.453677 / 0.423077
=1.0723

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 - (217.8 + 63.6) / 468.8) / (1 - (252.9 + 33.6) / 495)
=0.399744 / 0.421212
=0.949

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
=478.4 / 523.5
=0.9138

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))
=(0 / (0 + 33.6)) / (0 / (0 + 63.6))
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=(129.7 / 478.4) / (150.7 / 523.5)
=0.271112 / 0.28787
=0.9418

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)
=((87.8 + 205.1) / 468.8) / ((57.5 + 259) / 495)
=0.624787 / 0.639394
=0.9772

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
=(-7.8 - 0 - 20.4) / 468.8
=-0.060154

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.

Boule Diagnostics AB has a M-score of -2.86 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 -2.86 mean?
Boule Diagnostics AB (OSTO:BOUL) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.86 as of Jul. 14, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Boule Diagnostics AB and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Boule Diagnostics AB ranks #212 out of 763 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, placing it in the top 27.8%.
Is Boule Diagnostics AB's Beneish M-Score too high?
Boule Diagnostics AB's current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. Based on the distribution chart, Boule Diagnostics AB ranks #212 out of 763 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Boule Diagnostics AB has a GF Score™ of 47/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Boule Diagnostics AB's Beneish M-Score compare to ABT and SYK?
According to the Medical Devices & Instruments industry distribution chart, Boule Diagnostics AB ranks #212 out of 763 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Boule Diagnostics AB in the upper 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 Medical Devices & Instruments company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Medical Devices & Instruments 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 Boule Diagnostics AB and its competitors. Boule Diagnostics AB's current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Boule Diagnostics AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Boule Diagnostics AB (OSTO:BOUL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is kr7.14, compared to a current price of kr3.80 — trading 46.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. Boule Diagnostics AB's overall GF Score™ is 47/100 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 Boule Diagnostics AB (OSTO:BOUL), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.86 as of Jul. 14, 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 Boule Diagnostics AB (OSTO:BOUL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Boule Diagnostics AB stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of kr3.80 is trading 46.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr7.14. GuruFocus considers Boule Diagnostics AB to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for OSTO:BOUL:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.86
  • GF Value™: kr7.14 vs. price of kr3.80 (46.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 47/100 with 2 warning signs

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


Boule Diagnostics AB Business Description

Address Fagerstagatan 7, Spanga, SWE, SE-163 53
Boule Diagnostics AB is a company operating in the diagnostics market. It is engaged in the development, manufacturing and marketing instruments and consumables for blood diagnostics. The systems are intended for small and medium-sized hospitals, clinics and laboratories within outpatient care. the company operating through two complementary business segments: Diagnostics and OEM CDS. Through its subsidiaries, the company operates in USA ,Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America Western Europe and Africa / Middle East. The majority revenue is generated from Asia.
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