PBA (Pembina Pipeline) Beneish M-Score: -2.43 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


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GF Value $38.77
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What is Pembina Pipeline Beneish M-Score?

Pembina Pipeline PBA +1.33% 69 Beneish M-Score is -2.43 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates PBA with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $38.77 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 822 Oil & Gas companies, Pembina Pipeline ranks worse than 64.48% 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 -2.43 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

PBA' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.08   Med: -2.62   Max: -0.36
Current: -2.43

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Pembina Pipeline was -0.36. The lowest was -3.08. And the median was -2.62.


Pembina Pipeline Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pembina Pipeline'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.

Pembina Pipeline Beneish M-Score Chart

Pembina Pipeline 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 -2.33 -2.30 -0.36 -3.02 -2.88

Pembina Pipeline 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 -2.61 -2.74 -2.77 -2.88 -2.43

PBA vs WMB, EPD, KMI: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Midstream subindustry, Pembina Pipeline'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.


Pembina Pipeline Beneish M-Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

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

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


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Pembina Pipeline 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 Pembina Pipeline 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 * 1.3529+0.528 * 1.0285+0.404 * 1.0146+0.892 * 0.9514+0.115 * 0.9788
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1007+4.679 * -0.033407-0.327 * 1.0561
=-2.37

* 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 $877 Mil.
Revenue was 1534.985 + 1386.734 + 1294.636 + 1311.092 = $5,527 Mil.
Gross Profit was 677.114 + 599.493 + 475.64 + 570.676 = $2,323 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $1,247 Mil.
Total Assets was $26,366 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $16,845 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $715 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $353 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $1,497 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $9,647 Mil.
Net Income was 362.974 + 354.476 + 206.737 + 305.092 = $1,229 Mil.
Non Operating Income was -4.373 + 82.639 + 0 + 0 = $78 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 244.169 + 624.139 + 585.514 + 577.992 = $2,032 Mil.
Total Receivables was $681 Mil.
Revenue was 1589.579 + 1505.58 + 1361.287 + 1353.521 = $5,810 Mil.
Gross Profit was 646.42 + 718.748 + 551.454 + 594.673 = $2,511 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $981 Mil.
Total Assets was $24,875 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $16,200 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $673 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $337 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $1,542 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $8,413 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)
=(876.822 / 5527.447) / (681.248 / 5809.967)
=0.158631 / 0.117255
=1.3529

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)
=(2511.295 / 5809.967) / (2322.923 / 5527.447)
=0.432239 / 0.420252
=1.0285

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 - (1247.085 + 16844.752) / 26365.889) / (1 - (980.775 + 16200.195) / 24874.617)
=0.313817 / 0.309297
=1.0146

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
=5527.447 / 5809.967
=0.9514

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))
=(672.897 / (672.897 + 16200.195)) / (715.45 / (715.45 + 16844.752))
=0.03988 / 0.040743
=0.9788

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)
=(352.536 / 5527.447) / (336.648 / 5809.967)
=0.063779 / 0.057943
=1.1007

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)
=((9646.501 + 1497.085) / 26365.889) / ((8413.207 + 1541.516) / 24874.617)
=0.422652 / 0.400196
=1.0561

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
=(1229.279 - 78.266 - 2031.814) / 26365.889
=-0.033407

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.

Pembina Pipeline has a M-score of -2.37 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 -2.43 mean?
Pembina Pipeline (PBA) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.43 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Pembina Pipeline and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Pembina Pipeline ranks #530 out of 822 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 64.5%.
Is Pembina Pipeline's Beneish M-Score too high?
Pembina Pipeline's current Beneish M-Score is -2.43. Based on the distribution chart, Pembina Pipeline ranks #530 out of 822 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Pembina Pipeline has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pembina Pipeline's Beneish M-Score compare to WMB and EPD?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Pembina Pipeline ranks #530 out of 822 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Pembina Pipeline 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 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 Pembina Pipeline and its competitors. Pembina Pipeline's current Beneish M-Score is -2.43. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pembina Pipeline stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pembina Pipeline (PBA) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $38.77, compared to a current price of $47.11 — trading 21.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.43. Pembina Pipeline's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 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 Pembina Pipeline (PBA), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.43 as of Jun. 25, 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 Pembina Pipeline (PBA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pembina Pipeline stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $47.11 is trading 21.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $38.77. GuruFocus considers Pembina Pipeline to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for PBA:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.43
  • GF Value™: $38.77 vs. price of $47.11 (21.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 9 warning signs

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


Pembina Pipeline Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address 585 - 8th Avenue SW, Suite 4000, Calgary, AB, CAN, T2P 1G1
Pembina Pipeline is a midstream company serving the Canadian and North American (primarily Bakken) markets with an integrated product portfolio. Its operations include transmission pipelines, oil and gas gathering, fractionation, storage, and natural gas liquid exports. It also has a joint venture through the Cedar LNG export terminal.
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