Group Five Pipeudi Co (SAU:9523) Beneish M-Score: -3.21 (As of Jul. 19, 2026)

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SAU:9523 Group Five Pipe Saudi Co SAU:9523
70 GF Score
Price ﷼58.00
GF Value ﷼159.44
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Group Five Pipeudi Co Beneish M-Score?

Group Five Pipeudi Co SAU:9523 70 Beneish M-Score is -3.21 as of Jul. 19, 2026. GuruFocus rates SAU:9523 with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of ﷼159.44 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 587 Steel companies, Group Five Pipeudi Co ranks better than 88.07% 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 -3.21 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for Group Five Pipeudi Co's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

SAU:9523' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.21   Med: -2.6   Max: -1.99
Current: -3.21

During the past 6 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Group Five Pipeudi Co was -1.99. The lowest was -3.21. And the median was -2.60.


Group Five Pipeudi Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Group Five Pipeudi Co'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.

Group Five Pipeudi Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Group Five Pipeudi Co Annual Data
Trend Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 0.00 0.00 -1.99 -3.21

Group Five Pipeudi Co Semi-Annual Data
Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
Beneish M-Score Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 0.00 -1.99 0.00 -3.21

SAU:9523 vs NUE, STLD, RS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Group Five Pipeudi Co'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.


Group Five Pipeudi Co Beneish M-Score vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Group Five Pipeudi Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Group Five Pipeudi Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Group Five Pipeudi Co 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 Group Five Pipeudi Co 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 * 0.3834+0.528 * 0.529+0.404 * 0+0.892 * 2.0812+0.115 * 0.9512
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1435+4.679 * -0.10049-0.327 * 0.9114
=-3.21

* 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 ﷼465 Mil.
Revenue was ﷼1,988 Mil.
Gross Profit was ﷼341 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ﷼1,080 Mil.
Total Assets was ﷼1,587 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ﷼507 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ﷼22 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ﷼5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ﷼1,033 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ﷼41 Mil.
Net Income was ﷼145 Mil.
Gross Profit was ﷼0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ﷼304 Mil.
Total Receivables was ﷼582 Mil.
Revenue was ﷼955 Mil.
Gross Profit was ﷼87 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ﷼1,187 Mil.
Total Assets was ﷼1,715 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ﷼518 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ﷼22 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ﷼2 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ﷼1,231 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ﷼41 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)
=(464.554 / 1988.385) / (582.155 / 955.404)
=0.233634 / 0.609329
=0.3834

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)
=(86.689 / 955.404) / (341.036 / 1988.385)
=0.090735 / 0.171514
=0.529

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 - (1080.196 + 507.119) / 1587.315) / (1 - (1187.214 + 517.809) / 1715.024)
=0 / 0.005831
=0

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
=1988.385 / 955.404
=2.0812

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))
=(21.772 / (21.772 + 517.809)) / (22.466 / (22.466 + 507.119))
=0.04035 / 0.042422
=0.9512

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)
=(5.436 / 1988.385) / (2.284 / 955.404)
=0.002734 / 0.002391
=1.1435

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)
=((40.527 + 1032.724) / 1587.315) / ((41.049 + 1231.293) / 1715.024)
=0.676142 / 0.74188
=0.9114

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
=(144.844 - 0 - 304.354) / 1587.315
=-0.10049

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.

Group Five Pipeudi Co has a M-score of -3.21 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 -3.21 mean?
Group Five Pipeudi Co (SAU:9523) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.21 as of Jul. 19, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Group Five Pipeudi Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Group Five Pipeudi Co ranks #70 out of 587 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 11.9%.
Is Group Five Pipeudi Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Group Five Pipeudi Co's current Beneish M-Score is -3.21. Based on the distribution chart, Group Five Pipeudi Co ranks #70 out of 587 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Group Five Pipeudi Co has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Group Five Pipeudi Co's Beneish M-Score compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Group Five Pipeudi Co ranks #70 out of 587 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Group Five Pipeudi Co in the top 12% 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 a Steel company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Steel 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 Group Five Pipeudi Co and its competitors. Group Five Pipeudi Co's current Beneish M-Score is -3.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Group Five Pipeudi Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Group Five Pipeudi Co (SAU:9523) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ﷼159.44, compared to a current price of ﷼58.00 — trading 63.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.21. Group Five Pipeudi Co's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Group Five Pipeudi Co (SAU:9523), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.21 as of Jul. 19, 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 Group Five Pipeudi Co (SAU:9523) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Group Five Pipeudi Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ﷼58.00 is trading 63.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of ﷼159.44. GuruFocus considers Group Five Pipeudi Co to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SAU:9523:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.21
  • GF Value™: ﷼159.44 vs. price of ﷼58.00 (63.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SAU:9523 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Group Five Pipeudi Co Business Description

Address 2nd Industrial City, Dammam, SAU, 31492
Group Five Pipe Saudi Co is engaged in the production of spiral pipe provider in the Middle East and it is based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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