Powermatic Data Systems (SGX:BCY) Beneish M-Score: -0.24 (As of Jul. 31, 2026)

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SGX:BCY Powermatic Data Systems Ltd SGX:BCY
78 GF Score
Price S$3.23
GF Value S$3.70
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Powermatic Data Systems Beneish M-Score?

Powermatic Data Systems SGX:BCY -0.62% 78 Beneish M-Score is -0.24 as of Jul. 31, 2026. GuruFocus rates SGX:BCY with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of S$3.70 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,402 Hardware companies, Powermatic Data Systems ranks worse than 95.55% 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 -0.24 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

SGX:BCY' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.07   Med: -2.67   Max: -0.24
Current: -0.24

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Powermatic Data Systems was -0.24. The lowest was -3.07. And the median was -2.67.


Powermatic Data Systems Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Powermatic Data Systems'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.

Powermatic Data Systems Beneish M-Score Chart

Powermatic Data Systems Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.86 -2.00 -2.96 -2.95 -0.24

Powermatic Data Systems Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 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 -2.96 0.00 -2.95 0.00 -0.24

SGX:BCY vs CSCO, MSI, HPE: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Powermatic Data Systems'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.


Powermatic Data Systems Beneish M-Score vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Powermatic Data Systems's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Powermatic Data Systems's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Powermatic Data Systems 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 Powermatic Data Systems 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 * 1.744+0.528 * 0.8051+0.404 * 1.0198+0.892 * 1.9829+0.115 * 1.2176
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.4614+4.679 * 0.114658-0.327 * 0.6306
=-0.24

* 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 S$4.73 Mil.
Revenue was S$28.47 Mil.
Gross Profit was S$16.78 Mil.
Total Current Assets was S$85.31 Mil.
Total Assets was S$90.70 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was S$4.98 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was S$0.46 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was S$4.12 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was S$8.07 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was S$0.00 Mil.
Net Income was S$12.32 Mil.
Gross Profit was S$0.00 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was S$1.92 Mil.
Total Receivables was S$1.37 Mil.
Revenue was S$14.36 Mil.
Gross Profit was S$6.81 Mil.
Total Current Assets was S$81.12 Mil.
Total Assets was S$86.81 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was S$5.31 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was S$0.61 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was S$4.50 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was S$12.25 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was S$0.00 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)
=(4.731 / 28.467) / (1.368 / 14.356)
=0.166192 / 0.095291
=1.744

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)
=(6.813 / 14.356) / (16.781 / 28.467)
=0.474575 / 0.58949
=0.8051

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 - (85.31 + 4.98) / 90.696) / (1 - (81.115 + 5.309) / 86.805)
=0.004476 / 0.004389
=1.0198

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
=28.467 / 14.356
=1.9829

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))
=(0.608 / (0.608 + 5.309)) / (0.459 / (0.459 + 4.98))
=0.102755 / 0.084391
=1.2176

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)
=(4.117 / 28.467) / (4.5 / 14.356)
=0.144624 / 0.313458
=0.4614

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 + 8.071) / 90.696) / ((0 + 12.25) / 86.805)
=0.08899 / 0.141121
=0.6306

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
=(12.322 - 0 - 1.923) / 90.696
=0.114658

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.

Powermatic Data Systems has a M-score of -0.24 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 -0.24 mean?
Powermatic Data Systems (SGX:BCY) has a Beneish M-Score of -0.24 as of Jul. 31, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Powermatic Data Systems and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Powermatic Data Systems ranks #2295 out of 2402 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 95.5%.
Is Powermatic Data Systems' Beneish M-Score too high?
Powermatic Data Systems' current Beneish M-Score is -0.24. Based on the distribution chart, Powermatic Data Systems ranks #2295 out of 2402 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Powermatic Data Systems has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Powermatic Data Systems' Beneish M-Score compare to CSCO and MSI?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Powermatic Data Systems ranks #2295 out of 2402 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Powermatic Data Systems 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 Hardware company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Hardware 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 Powermatic Data Systems and its competitors. Powermatic Data Systems's current Beneish M-Score is -0.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Powermatic Data Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Powermatic Data Systems (SGX:BCY) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is S$3.70, compared to a current price of S$3.23 — trading 12.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -0.24. Powermatic Data Systems' overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 Powermatic Data Systems (SGX:BCY), the current Beneish M-Score is -0.24 as of Jul. 31, 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 Powermatic Data Systems (SGX:BCY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Powermatic Data Systems stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of S$3.23 is trading 12.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of S$3.70. GuruFocus considers Powermatic Data Systems to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SGX:BCY:

  • Beneish M-Score: -0.24
  • GF Value™: S$3.70 vs. price of S$3.23 (12.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Powermatic Data Systems Business Description

Address 178 Paya Lebar Road, No. 05-05, Singapore, SGP, 409030
Powermatic Data Systems Ltd operates in the communication equipment business. The company's operating segment includes Wireless connectivity products; Property and Corporate holding and others. It generates maximum revenue from the Wireless connectivity products segment. The Wireless connectivity products segment comprises the manufacturing, sales, marketing, and distribution of wireless connectivity products. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from Europe.
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