HIM International Music (ROCO:8446) Beneish M-Score: -1.63 (As of Jul. 16, 2026)

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ROCO:8446 HIM International Music Inc ROCO:8446
85 GF Score
Price NT$87.00
GF Value NT$104.09
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is HIM International Music Beneish M-Score?

HIM International Music ROCO:8446 -0.11% 85 Beneish M-Score is -1.63 as of Jul. 16, 2026. GuruFocus rates ROCO:8446 with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$104.09 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 976 Media - Diversified companies, HIM International Music ranks worse than 85.35% 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.

Warning Sign:

Beneish M-Score -1.63 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

ROCO:8446' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.58   Med: -2.29   Max: -1.63
Current: -1.63

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of HIM International Music was -1.63. The lowest was -3.58. And the median was -2.29.


HIM International Music Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HIM International Music'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.

HIM International Music Beneish M-Score Chart

HIM International Music 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 -1.85 -3.11 -1.95 -2.59 -1.63

HIM International Music Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25
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 -2.59 -2.42 -2.83 -2.34 -1.63

ROCO:8446 vs NFLX, DIS, WBD: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Entertainment subindustry, HIM International Music'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.


HIM International Music Beneish M-Score vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, HIM International Music's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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HIM International Music 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 HIM International Music 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 * 2.0298+0.528 * 0.9356+0.404 * 0.9321+0.892 * 0.7886+0.115 * 1.1167
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.298+4.679 * 0.030331-0.327 * 0.8593
=-1.63

* 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 (Dec25) TTM:Last Year (Dec24) TTM:
Total Receivables was NT$49 Mil.
Revenue was 317.118 + 247.677 + 293.582 + 226.337 = NT$1,085 Mil.
Gross Profit was 193.806 + 177.64 + 185.101 + 169.961 = NT$727 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$1,548 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$2,917 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$32 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$59 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$198 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$587 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$77 Mil.
Net Income was 89.333 + 122.204 + 157.631 + 176.011 = NT$545 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = NT$0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 153.337 + -42.292 + 384.419 + -38.752 = NT$457 Mil.
Total Receivables was NT$30 Mil.
Revenue was 347.718 + 369.522 + 400.913 + 257.334 = NT$1,375 Mil.
Gross Profit was 207.156 + 232.569 + 218.049 + 204.115 = NT$862 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$1,452 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$2,898 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$21 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$56 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$194 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$648 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$120 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)
=(48.512 / 1084.714) / (30.306 / 1375.487)
=0.044723 / 0.022033
=2.0298

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)
=(861.889 / 1375.487) / (726.508 / 1084.714)
=0.626606 / 0.669769
=0.9356

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 - (1548.303 + 31.959) / 2916.746) / (1 - (1451.919 + 21.346) / 2897.831)
=0.458211 / 0.491597
=0.9321

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
=1084.714 / 1375.487
=0.7886

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))
=(56.377 / (56.377 + 21.346)) / (59.233 / (59.233 + 31.959))
=0.725358 / 0.649542
=1.1167

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)
=(198.414 / 1084.714) / (193.837 / 1375.487)
=0.182918 / 0.140922
=1.298

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)
=((76.897 + 587.165) / 2916.746) / ((119.869 + 647.922) / 2897.831)
=0.227672 / 0.264954
=0.8593

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
=(545.179 - 0 - 456.712) / 2916.746
=0.030331

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.

HIM International Music has a M-score of -1.63 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beneish M-Score →
What does a Beneish M-Score of -1.63 mean?
HIM International Music (ROCO:8446) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.63 as of Jul. 16, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on HIM International Music and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, HIM International Music ranks #833 out of 976 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 85.3%.
Is HIM International Music's Beneish M-Score too high?
HIM International Music's current Beneish M-Score is -1.63. Based on the distribution chart, HIM International Music ranks #833 out of 976 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, HIM International Music has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HIM International Music's Beneish M-Score compare to NFLX and DIS?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, HIM International Music ranks #833 out of 976 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places HIM International Music 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 a Media - Diversified company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Media - Diversified 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 HIM International Music and its competitors. HIM International Music's current Beneish M-Score is -1.63. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HIM International Music stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HIM International Music (ROCO:8446) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$104.09, compared to a current price of NT$87.00 — trading 16.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.63. HIM International Music's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 5 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 HIM International Music (ROCO:8446), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.63 as of Jul. 16, 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 HIM International Music (ROCO:8446) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HIM International Music stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$87.00 is trading 16.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$104.09. GuruFocus considers HIM International Music to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:8446:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.63
  • GF Value™: NT$104.09 vs. price of NT$87.00 (16.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:8446 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


HIM International Music Business Description

Address Jian Guo N Road, Sector 2, 15th Floor, No 135, Taipei County, TWN
HIM International Music Inc is a Taiwan based media company. The company is engaged in production and distribution of pop music, copyright licensing, and artist management. The company also arrange concerts in Taiwan. Goegraphically, the company generates maximum revenue from Mainland China, followed by Taiwan, Singapore, USA, Hong Kong, and other regions.
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