Flex LNG (OSTO:FLNGO) Beneish M-Score: -3.48 (As of Jul. 18, 2026)

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OSTO:FLNGO Flex LNG Ltd OSTO:FLNGO
72 GF Score
Price kr244.50
GF Value kr199.30
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What is Flex LNG Beneish M-Score?

Flex LNG OSTO:FLNGO 72 Beneish M-Score is -3.48 as of Jul. 18, 2026. GuruFocus rates OSTO:FLNGO with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of kr199.30. The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 824 Oil & Gas companies, Flex LNG ranks better than 87.5% 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 -3.48 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

OSTO:FLNGo' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.63   Med: -2.07   Max: 17.01
Current: -3.48

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Flex LNG was 17.01. The lowest was -3.63. And the median was -2.07.


Flex LNG Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Flex LNG'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.

Flex LNG Beneish M-Score Chart

Flex LNG 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 17.01 0.33 -1.90 -2.40 -2.18

Flex LNG 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 -2.68 -2.37 -3.63 -2.18 -3.48

OSTO:FLNGO vs GLP, LPG, GEL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Midstream subindustry, Flex LNG'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.


Flex LNG Beneish M-Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Flex LNG's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Flex LNG's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Flex LNG 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 Flex LNG 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 * 0.0197+0.528 * 1.1377+0.404 * 0.8042+0.892 * 0.8832+0.115 * 0.9396
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8481+4.679 * -0.014151-0.327 * 1.039
=-3.55

* 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 kr6 Mil.
Revenue was 777.102 + 884.728 + 851.925 + 864.293 = kr3,378 Mil.
Gross Profit was 354.973 + 447.776 + 435.816 + 460.91 = kr1,699 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr4,535 Mil.
Total Assets was kr24,962 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr20,205 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr769 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr79 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr1,665 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr16,524 Mil.
Net Income was 188.449 + 217.804 + 167.223 + 178.11 = kr752 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 47.887 + 8.975 + -26.23 + -28.055 = kr3 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 93.505 + 368.184 + 370.261 + 270.296 = kr1,102 Mil.
Total Receivables was kr363 Mil.
Revenue was 944.348 + 1020.316 + 961.165 + 899.093 = kr3,825 Mil.
Gross Profit was 531.582 + 589.396 + 566.843 + 501.365 = kr2,189 Mil.
Total Current Assets was kr4,915 Mil.
Total Assets was kr28,061 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was kr22,836 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was kr814 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was kr106 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was kr1,774 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was kr17,907 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)
=(6.307 / 3378.048) / (363.208 / 3824.922)
=0.001867 / 0.094958
=0.0197

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)
=(2189.186 / 3824.922) / (1699.475 / 3378.048)
=0.572348 / 0.503094
=1.1377

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 - (4534.858 + 20204.816) / 24961.802) / (1 - (4914.695 + 22835.598) / 28060.793)
=0.008899 / 0.011065
=0.8042

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
=3378.048 / 3824.922
=0.8832

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))
=(814.258 / (814.258 + 22835.598)) / (768.565 / (768.565 + 20204.816))
=0.03443 / 0.036645
=0.9396

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)
=(79.194 / 3378.048) / (105.733 / 3824.922)
=0.023444 / 0.027643
=0.8481

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)
=((16523.547 + 1665.394) / 24961.802) / ((17906.53 + 1773.5) / 28060.793)
=0.728671 / 0.701335
=1.039

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
=(751.586 - 2.577 - 1102.246) / 24961.802
=-0.014151

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.

Flex LNG has a M-score of -3.55 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 -3.48 mean?
Flex LNG (OSTO:FLNGO) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.48 as of Jul. 18, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Flex LNG and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Flex LNG ranks #103 out of 824 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 12.5%.
Is Flex LNG's Beneish M-Score too high?
Flex LNG's current Beneish M-Score is -3.48. Based on the distribution chart, Flex LNG ranks #103 out of 824 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Flex LNG has a GF Score™ of 72/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Flex LNG's Beneish M-Score compare to GLP and LPG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Flex LNG ranks #103 out of 824 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Flex LNG in the top 13% 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 an Oil & Gas company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Oil & Gas 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 Flex LNG and its competitors. Flex LNG's current Beneish M-Score is -3.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Flex LNG stock overvalued right now?
Flex LNG (OSTO:FLNGO) has a current Beneish M-Score of -3.48. The stock's GF Value™ is kr199.30, compared to a current price of kr244.50 — trading 22.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.48. Flex LNG's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Flex LNG (OSTO:FLNGO), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.48 as of Jul. 18, 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 Flex LNG (OSTO:FLNGO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Flex LNG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of kr244.50 is trading 22.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr199.30.

Key valuation signals for OSTO:FLNGO:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.48
  • GF Value™: kr199.30 vs. price of kr244.50 (22.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 9 warning signs

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


Flex LNG Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges FLNG:USA0QQA:Germany
Address 14 Par-la-Ville Road, Par-la-Ville Place, Hamilton, BMU, HM08
Flex LNG Ltd is an LNG shipping company with a fleet of next-generation LNG carriers with large cargo capacity. The company's fleet consists of several LNG carriers on the water, and all of its vessels are of the latest generation equipped with two-stroke propulsion. Its fleet consists of M-type, Electronically Controlled, Gas Injection (MEGI) LNG carriers and Generation X Dual Fuel (X-DF) LNG carriers, offering improvements in fuel efficiency and thus also carbon footprint compared to the older steam and four-stroke propelled ships. The company has one reportable segment: vessel operations, which generates revenue from the chartering of vessels to customers.
72GF Score

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