YAPP Automotive Systems Co (SHSE:603013) Beneish M-Score: -2.50 (As of Jul. 28, 2026)

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SHSE:603013 YAPP Automotive Systems Co Ltd SHSE:603013
83 GF Score
Price ¥16.11
GF Value ¥18.84
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is YAPP Automotive Systems Co Beneish M-Score?

YAPP Automotive Systems Co SHSE:603013 +1.70% 83 Beneish M-Score is -2.50 as of Jul. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates SHSE:603013 with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥18.84 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,271 Vehicles & Parts companies, YAPP Automotive Systems Co ranks worse than 54.6% 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 -2.5 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

SHSE:603013' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.36   Med: -2.7   Max: -1.7
Current: -2.5

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of YAPP Automotive Systems Co was -1.70. The lowest was -3.36. And the median was -2.70.


YAPP Automotive Systems Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for YAPP Automotive Systems 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.

YAPP Automotive Systems Co Beneish M-Score Chart

YAPP Automotive Systems 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 -2.81 -2.58 -2.78 -2.64 -2.20

YAPP Automotive Systems 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 -2.32 -1.70 -2.04 -2.20 -2.50

SHSE:603013 vs ORLY, AZO: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, YAPP Automotive Systems 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.


YAPP Automotive Systems Co Beneish M-Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, YAPP Automotive Systems Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where YAPP Automotive Systems Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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YAPP Automotive Systems 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 YAPP Automotive Systems 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 * 0.9268+0.528 * 0.9862+0.404 * 1.645+0.892 * 1.142+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1343+4.679 * -0.069264-0.327 * 0.9481
=-2.50

* 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 ¥1,926 Mil.
Revenue was 2196.437 + 2516.914 + 2271.133 + 2370.44 = ¥9,355 Mil.
Gross Profit was 373.071 + 368.26 + 360.33 + 341.488 = ¥1,443 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥5,230 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥7,568 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥1,666 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥149 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥2,212 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥77 Mil.
Net Income was 161.9 + 111.126 + 130.024 + 157.947 = ¥561 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = ¥0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 338.656 + 57.545 + 325.191 + 363.772 = ¥1,085 Mil.
Total Receivables was ¥1,819 Mil.
Revenue was 1974.709 + 2402.401 + 1821.255 + 1993.489 = ¥8,192 Mil.
Gross Profit was 308.722 + 361.382 + 262.199 + 313.935 = ¥1,246 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥5,221 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥6,897 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥1,303 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥115 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥2,095 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥105 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)
=(1925.745 / 9354.924) / (1819.424 / 8191.854)
=0.205854 / 0.222102
=0.9268

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)
=(1246.238 / 8191.854) / (1443.149 / 9354.924)
=0.152131 / 0.154266
=0.9862

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 - (5230.009 + 1665.617) / 7567.684) / (1 - (5221.499 + 1302.951) / 6896.762)
=0.088806 / 0.053984
=1.645

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
=9354.924 / 8191.854
=1.142

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 + 1302.951)) / (0 / (0 + 1665.617))
=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)
=(149.054 / 9354.924) / (115.064 / 8191.854)
=0.015933 / 0.014046
=1.1343

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)
=((76.965 + 2211.694) / 7567.684) / ((104.666 + 2095.278) / 6896.762)
=0.302425 / 0.318982
=0.9481

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
=(560.997 - 0 - 1085.164) / 7567.684
=-0.069264

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.

YAPP Automotive Systems Co has a M-score of -2.50 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 -2.50 mean?
YAPP Automotive Systems Co (SHSE:603013) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.50 as of Jul. 28, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on YAPP Automotive Systems Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, YAPP Automotive Systems Co ranks #694 out of 1271 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 54.6%.
Is YAPP Automotive Systems Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
YAPP Automotive Systems Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.50. Based on the distribution chart, YAPP Automotive Systems Co ranks #694 out of 1271 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, YAPP Automotive Systems Co has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does YAPP Automotive Systems Co's Beneish M-Score compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, YAPP Automotive Systems Co ranks #694 out of 1271 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places YAPP Automotive Systems Co 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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 YAPP Automotive Systems Co and its competitors. YAPP Automotive Systems Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is YAPP Automotive Systems Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, YAPP Automotive Systems Co (SHSE:603013) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥18.84, compared to a current price of ¥16.11 — trading 14.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.50. YAPP Automotive Systems Co's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 1 warning sign 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 YAPP Automotive Systems Co (SHSE:603013), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.50 as of Jul. 28, 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 YAPP Automotive Systems Co (SHSE:603013) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, YAPP Automotive Systems Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥16.11 is trading 14.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥18.84. GuruFocus considers YAPP Automotive Systems Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:603013:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.50
  • GF Value™: ¥18.84 vs. price of ¥16.11 (14.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:603013 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


YAPP Automotive Systems Co Business Description

Address No. 508 Yangzijiang South Road, Jiangsu, Yangzhou, CHN, 225009
YAPP Automotive Systems Co Ltd is engaged in Research & Development, manufacturing and marketing of automotive fuel systems, and the main products are plastic fuel tanks and filler pipe.
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