Hunan Chendian International Development Co (SHSE:600969) Beneish M-Score: -2.96 (As of Jul. 18, 2026)

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SHSE:600969 Hunan Chendian International Development Co Ltd SHSE:600969
68 GF Score
Price ¥8.09
GF Value ¥7.12
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Hunan Chendian International Development Co Beneish M-Score?

Hunan Chendian International Development Co SHSE:600969 +3.06% 68 Beneish M-Score is -2.96 as of Jul. 18, 2026. GuruFocus rates SHSE:600969 with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥7.12 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 487 Utilities - Regulated companies, Hunan Chendian International Development Co ranks better than 86.65% 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 -2.96 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for Hunan Chendian International Development Co's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

SHSE:600969' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.45   Med: -2.56   Max: -1.06
Current: -2.96

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Hunan Chendian International Development Co was -1.06. The lowest was -3.45. And the median was -2.56.


Hunan Chendian International Development Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hunan Chendian International Development 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.

Hunan Chendian International Development Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Hunan Chendian International Development Co 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 -2.04 -1.94 -2.45 -3.41 -2.68

Hunan Chendian International Development Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 -3.43 -3.33 -2.77 -2.68 -2.96

SHSE:600969 vs SRE, AES: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Utilities - Diversified subindustry, Hunan Chendian International Development 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.


Hunan Chendian International Development Co Beneish M-Score vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Hunan Chendian International Development Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hunan Chendian International Development Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Hunan Chendian International Development 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 Hunan Chendian International Development 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 * 0.7542+0.528 * 1.3544+0.404 * 1.0882+0.892 * 0.9782+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1321+4.679 * -0.09481-0.327 * 0.9681
=-2.96

* 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 ¥697 Mil.
Revenue was 1051.901 + 1068.038 + 1122.423 + 955.833 = ¥4,198 Mil.
Gross Profit was 55.975 + 105.649 + 126.007 + 101.109 = ¥389 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥2,188 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥14,027 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥9,657 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥51 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥3,636 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥5,403 Mil.
Net Income was 11.316 + -4.629 + 55.052 + 15.068 = ¥77 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = ¥0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 367.141 + 269.362 + 414.182 + 355.997 = ¥1,407 Mil.
Total Receivables was ¥945 Mil.
Revenue was 1000.832 + 974.91 + 1384.288 + 931.83 = ¥4,292 Mil.
Gross Profit was 58.969 + 80.114 + 251.085 + 148.104 = ¥538 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥2,571 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥14,349 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥9,727 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥46 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥3,264 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥6,287 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)
=(697.401 / 4198.195) / (945.343 / 4291.86)
=0.166119 / 0.220264
=0.7542

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)
=(538.272 / 4291.86) / (388.74 / 4198.195)
=0.125417 / 0.092597
=1.3544

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 - (2187.841 + 9657.057) / 14026.738) / (1 - (2571.101 + 9726.964) / 14349.071)
=0.155549 / 0.142937
=1.0882

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
=4198.195 / 4291.86
=0.9782

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 / (0 + 9726.964)) / (0 / (0 + 9657.057))
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=(51.136 / 4198.195) / (46.174 / 4291.86)
=0.01218 / 0.010759
=1.1321

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)
=((5402.615 + 3635.903) / 14026.738) / ((6287.151 + 3263.896) / 14349.071)
=0.644378 / 0.665621
=0.9681

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
=(76.807 - 0 - 1406.682) / 14026.738
=-0.09481

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.

Hunan Chendian International Development Co has a M-score of -2.96 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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What does a Beneish M-Score of -2.96 mean?
Hunan Chendian International Development Co (SHSE:600969) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.96 as of Jul. 18, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Hunan Chendian International Development Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Hunan Chendian International Development Co ranks #65 out of 487 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 13.3%.
Is Hunan Chendian International Development Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Hunan Chendian International Development Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.96. Based on the distribution chart, Hunan Chendian International Development Co ranks #65 out of 487 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hunan Chendian International Development Co has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hunan Chendian International Development Co's Beneish M-Score compare to SRE and AES?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Hunan Chendian International Development Co ranks #65 out of 487 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Hunan Chendian International Development Co in the top 13% 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 an Utilities - Regulated company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Utilities - Regulated 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 Hunan Chendian International Development Co and its competitors. Hunan Chendian International Development Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.96. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hunan Chendian International Development Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hunan Chendian International Development Co (SHSE:600969) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥7.12, compared to a current price of ¥8.09 — trading 13.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.96. Hunan Chendian International Development Co's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 6 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 Hunan Chendian International Development Co (SHSE:600969), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.96 as of Jul. 18, 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 Hunan Chendian International Development Co (SHSE:600969) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hunan Chendian International Development Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ¥8.09 is trading 13.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of ¥7.12. GuruFocus considers Hunan Chendian International Development Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:600969:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.96
  • GF Value™: ¥7.12 vs. price of ¥8.09 (13.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:600969 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hunan Chendian International Development Co Business Description

Address Wanuo Building, No. 5 Youth Avenue, Hunan Province, Quzhou, CHN, 423000
Hunan Chendian International Development Co Ltd is a China-based company. Its business activities are divided into five divisions including Power supply business that purchases electricity from hydropower, power grid and China Southern Power Grid in the power supply area, and sells electricity to terminal power users through its transmission and power-distribution network, Water supply business mainly produces and sells tap water, Industrial gases provide gas supply services for large and medium-sized steel enterprises., Hydropower development is engaged in investment development and operation management of hydropower stations, and Sewage treatment invests in construction of operating sewage.
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