Audience Analytics (SGX:1AZ) Beneish M-Score: -2.72 (As of Aug. 15, 2026)

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SGX:1AZ Audience Analytics Ltd SGX:1AZ
73 GF Score
Price S$0.24
GF Value S$0.28
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Audience Analytics Beneish M-Score?

Audience Analytics SGX:1AZ 73 Beneish M-Score is -2.72 as of Aug. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates SGX:1AZ with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of S$0.28 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,017 Business Services companies, Audience Analytics ranks better than 62.54% 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 -2.72 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

SGX:1AZ' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.99   Med: -2.62   Max: -1.68
Current: -2.72

During the past 8 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Audience Analytics was -1.68. The lowest was -3.99. And the median was -2.62.


Audience Analytics Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Audience Analytics'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.

Audience Analytics Beneish M-Score Chart

Audience Analytics Annual Data
Trend Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -1.68 -2.51 -2.76 -1.68 -2.72

Audience Analytics Semi-Annual Data
Dec18 Dec19 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 Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.76 0.00 -1.68 0.00 -2.72

SGX:1AZ vs VRSK, EFX, BAH: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Consulting Services subindustry, Audience Analytics'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.


Audience Analytics Beneish M-Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Audience Analytics's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Audience Analytics 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 Audience Analytics 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 * 0.6604+0.528 * 1.1264+0.404 * 1.0086+0.892 * 1.0245+0.115 * 0.8327
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0178+4.679 * -0.005535-0.327 * 0.9189
=-2.72

* 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 S$1.05 Mil.
Revenue was S$15.96 Mil.
Gross Profit was S$8.33 Mil.
Total Current Assets was S$25.19 Mil.
Total Assets was S$26.02 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was S$0.67 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was S$0.28 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was S$2.74 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was S$2.74 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was S$0.01 Mil.
Net Income was S$4.42 Mil.
Gross Profit was S$0.00 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was S$4.57 Mil.
Total Receivables was S$1.55 Mil.
Revenue was S$15.58 Mil.
Gross Profit was S$9.16 Mil.
Total Current Assets was S$23.64 Mil.
Total Assets was S$24.56 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was S$0.77 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was S$0.25 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was S$2.62 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was S$2.81 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was S$0.01 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)
=(1.048 / 15.956) / (1.549 / 15.575)
=0.065681 / 0.099454
=0.6604

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)
=(9.157 / 15.575) / (8.328 / 15.956)
=0.587929 / 0.521935
=1.1264

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 - (25.192 + 0.668) / 26.016) / (1 - (23.642 + 0.771) / 24.559)
=0.005996 / 0.005945
=1.0086

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
=15.956 / 15.575
=1.0245

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))
=(0.254 / (0.254 + 0.771)) / (0.283 / (0.283 + 0.668))
=0.247805 / 0.297581
=0.8327

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)
=(2.736 / 15.956) / (2.624 / 15.575)
=0.171472 / 0.168475
=1.0178

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)
=((0.008 + 2.739) / 26.016) / ((0.01 + 2.812) / 24.559)
=0.105589 / 0.114907
=0.9189

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
=(4.424 - 0 - 4.568) / 26.016
=-0.005535

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.

Audience Analytics has a M-score of -2.72 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 -2.72 mean?
Audience Analytics (SGX:1AZ) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.72 as of Aug. 15, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Audience Analytics and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Audience Analytics ranks #381 out of 1017 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 37.5%.
Is Audience Analytics' Beneish M-Score too high?
Audience Analytics' current Beneish M-Score is -2.72. Based on the distribution chart, Audience Analytics ranks #381 out of 1017 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Audience Analytics has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Audience Analytics' Beneish M-Score compare to VRSK and EFX?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Audience Analytics ranks #381 out of 1017 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Audience Analytics 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 a Business Services company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Business Services 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 Audience Analytics and its competitors. Audience Analytics's current Beneish M-Score is -2.72. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Audience Analytics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Audience Analytics (SGX:1AZ) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is S$0.28, compared to a current price of S$0.24 — trading 14.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.72. Audience Analytics' overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 4 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 Audience Analytics (SGX:1AZ), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.72 as of Aug. 15, 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 Audience Analytics (SGX:1AZ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Audience Analytics stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of S$0.24 is trading 14.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of S$0.28. GuruFocus considers Audience Analytics to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SGX:1AZ:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.72
  • GF Value™: S$0.28 vs. price of S$0.24 (14.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SGX:1AZ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Audience Analytics Business Description

Address Jalan SS 6/2, The Campus, Level 6, Kelana Parkview Tower, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 47301
Audience Analytics Ltd is an investment holding company that offers a range of solutions that give companies an understanding of their businesses to make decisions and promote and grow their businesses. The company offers a wide portfolio of awards, exhibitions, conferences, digital and print media, and business analytics that enable the group to support companies at different stages of their growth. The company's segments include Business Impact Assessment and Recognition, Exhibitions, and Business Media. The company generates the maximum of its revenue from Malaysia.
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