Soft-World International (ROCO:5478) Beneish M-Score: -2.93 (As of Aug. 30, 2026)

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ROCO:5478 Soft-World International Corp ROCO:5478
78 GF Score
Price NT$98.30
GF Value NT$111.74
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Soft-World International Beneish M-Score?

Soft-World International ROCO:5478 -0.30% 78 Beneish M-Score is -2.93 as of Aug. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates ROCO:5478 with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$111.74 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 527 Interactive Media companies, Soft-World International ranks better than 65.28% 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 -2.93 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

ROCO:5478' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.08   Med: -2.64   Max: -1.5
Current: -2.93

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Soft-World International was -1.50. The lowest was -3.08. And the median was -2.64.


Soft-World International Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Soft-World International'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.

Soft-World International Beneish M-Score Chart

Soft-World International 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 -2.69 -2.92 -2.36 -1.80 -2.59

Soft-World International 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 -2.55 -2.62 -2.59 -2.81 -2.93

ROCO:5478 vs NTES, EA, TTWO: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Electronic Gaming & Multimedia subindustry, Soft-World International'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.


Soft-World International Beneish M-Score vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Soft-World International's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Soft-World International's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Soft-World International 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 Soft-World International 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 * 0.9685+0.528 * 0.9452+0.404 * 0.9015+0.892 * 1.0609+0.115 * 0.9947
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9716+4.679 * -0.083086-0.327 * 1.0636
=-2.93

* 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 NT$2,038 Mil.
Revenue was 1680.297 + 1935.421 + 1749.591 + 1600.501 = NT$6,966 Mil.
Gross Profit was 991.572 + 1084.748 + 941.386 + 838.137 = NT$3,856 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$15,963 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$20,089 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$397 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$83 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$2,108 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$9,792 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$25 Mil.
Net Income was 345.215 + 358.473 + 312.488 + 253.855 = NT$1,270 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = NT$0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 55.043 + 1802.295 + 1183.155 + -101.34 = NT$2,939 Mil.
Total Receivables was NT$1,983 Mil.
Revenue was 1556.424 + 1612.046 + 1579.139 + 1818.101 = NT$6,566 Mil.
Gross Profit was 855.889 + 846.181 + 805.794 + 927.318 = NT$3,435 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$14,215 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$18,394 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$392 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$82 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$2,045 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$8,419 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$33 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)
=(2037.932 / 6965.81) / (1983.288 / 6565.71)
=0.292562 / 0.302068
=0.9685

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)
=(3435.182 / 6565.71) / (3855.843 / 6965.81)
=0.5232 / 0.553538
=0.9452

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 - (15962.939 + 397.35) / 20089.14) / (1 - (14214.944 + 392.222) / 18394.481)
=0.185615 / 0.205894
=0.9015

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
=6965.81 / 6565.71
=1.0609

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))
=(81.706 / (81.706 + 392.222)) / (83.309 / (83.309 + 397.35))
=0.172402 / 0.173322
=0.9947

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)
=(2108.344 / 6965.81) / (2045.338 / 6565.71)
=0.30267 / 0.311518
=0.9716

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)
=((25.07 + 9792.07) / 20089.14) / ((33.188 + 8418.638) / 18394.481)
=0.488679 / 0.459476
=1.0636

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
=(1270.031 - 0 - 2939.153) / 20089.14
=-0.083086

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.

Soft-World International has a M-score of -2.93 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 -2.93 mean?
Soft-World International (ROCO:5478) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.93 as of Aug. 30, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Soft-World International and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Soft-World International ranks #183 out of 527 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 34.7%.
Is Soft-World International's Beneish M-Score too high?
Soft-World International's current Beneish M-Score is -2.93. Based on the distribution chart, Soft-World International ranks #183 out of 527 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Soft-World International has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Soft-World International's Beneish M-Score compare to NTES and EA?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Soft-World International ranks #183 out of 527 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Soft-World International 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 an Interactive Media company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Interactive Media 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 Soft-World International and its competitors. Soft-World International's current Beneish M-Score is -2.93. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Soft-World International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Soft-World International (ROCO:5478) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$111.74, compared to a current price of NT$98.30 — trading 12% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.93. Soft-World International's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 3 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 Soft-World International (ROCO:5478), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.93 as of Aug. 30, 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 Soft-World International (ROCO:5478) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Soft-World International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$98.30 is trading 12% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$111.74. GuruFocus considers Soft-World International to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:5478:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.93
  • GF Value™: NT$111.74 vs. price of NT$98.30 (12% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:5478 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Soft-World International Business Description

Address No. 61, Minzhuang Road, 13th floor, Chianjen Chiu, Kaohsiung, TWN, 806
Soft-World International Corp is engaged in the digital content point service platforms, production and publication of computer game magazines, commercial advertising services and the retail sale of entertainment products and accessories for game software. The Corporation also acts as an agent for games and commercial software. Its segments include Soft-World; Chinese Gamer International Corporation; Game Flier International Corporation; Neweb Technologies; Efun Corporation; and Others. It operates in China, Taiwan and other countries. The company derives maximum revenue from Soft-World International Corporation segment.
78GF Score

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