Shanghai Gentech Co (SHSE:688596) Beneish M-Score: -1.71 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


SHSE:688596 Shanghai Gentech Co Ltd SHSE:688596
85 GF Score
Price ¥56.22
GF Value ¥45.59
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 17 Warning Signs
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What is Shanghai Gentech Co Beneish M-Score?

Shanghai Gentech Co SHSE:688596 +20.00% 85 Beneish M-Score is -1.71 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates SHSE:688596 with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥45.59 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 17 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,926 Industrial Products companies, Shanghai Gentech Co ranks worse than 85.44% 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 -1.71 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

SHSE:688596' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.13   Med: -1.87   Max: 201.4
Current: -1.71

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Shanghai Gentech Co was 201.40. The lowest was -4.13. And the median was -1.87.


Shanghai Gentech Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Shanghai Gentech 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.

Shanghai Gentech Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Shanghai Gentech 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 -0.51 -1.86 -1.76 -2.19 -1.81

Shanghai Gentech 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 -2.26 -2.13 -1.66 -1.81 -1.71

SHSE:688596 vs GEV, ETN, PH: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Shanghai Gentech 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.


Shanghai Gentech Co Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Shanghai Gentech Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Shanghai Gentech Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Shanghai Gentech 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 Shanghai Gentech 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 * 1.4018+0.528 * 1.3109+0.404 * 1.975+0.892 * 0.9375+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.3111+4.679 * -0.006997-0.327 * 1.0481
=-1.71

* 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 ¥2,842 Mil.
Revenue was 970.099 + 1624.425 + 1275.14 + 1340.156 = ¥5,210 Mil.
Gross Profit was 176.864 + 324.03 + 229.955 + 299.465 = ¥1,030 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥7,314 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥12,800 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥3,246 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥189 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥5,301 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥2,595 Mil.
Net Income was -25.597 + 64.998 + -22.938 + 59.818 = ¥76 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = ¥0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -130.16 + 418.069 + -29.325 + -92.748 = ¥166 Mil.
Total Receivables was ¥2,163 Mil.
Revenue was 676.713 + 1967.919 + 1649.089 + 1263.595 = ¥5,557 Mil.
Gross Profit was 178.685 + 471.983 + 452.959 + 337.08 = ¥1,441 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥7,677 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥10,522 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥1,913 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥153 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥4,574 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥1,619 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)
=(2842.091 / 5209.82) / (2162.677 / 5557.316)
=0.545526 / 0.389159
=1.4018

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)
=(1440.707 / 5557.316) / (1030.314 / 5209.82)
=0.259245 / 0.197764
=1.3109

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 - (7313.745 + 3246.332) / 12799.789) / (1 - (7676.927 + 1912.516) / 10521.624)
=0.17498 / 0.088597
=1.975

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
=5209.82 / 5557.316
=0.9375

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 + 1912.516)) / (0 / (0 + 3246.332))
=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)
=(188.668 / 5209.82) / (153.498 / 5557.316)
=0.036214 / 0.027621
=1.3111

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)
=((2594.675 + 5300.716) / 12799.789) / ((1618.573 + 4573.705) / 10521.624)
=0.616838 / 0.588529
=1.0481

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
=(76.281 - 0 - 165.836) / 12799.789
=-0.006997

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.

Shanghai Gentech Co has a M-score of -1.71 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 -1.71 mean?
Shanghai Gentech Co (SHSE:688596) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.71 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Shanghai Gentech Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Shanghai Gentech Co ranks #2500 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 85.4%.
Is Shanghai Gentech Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Shanghai Gentech Co's current Beneish M-Score is -1.71. Based on the distribution chart, Shanghai Gentech Co ranks #2500 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Shanghai Gentech Co has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shanghai Gentech Co's Beneish M-Score compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Shanghai Gentech Co ranks #2500 out of 2926 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Shanghai Gentech 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 an Industrial Products company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Industrial Products 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 Shanghai Gentech Co and its competitors. Shanghai Gentech Co's current Beneish M-Score is -1.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shanghai Gentech Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shanghai Gentech Co (SHSE:688596) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥45.59, compared to a current price of ¥56.22 — trading 23.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.71. Shanghai Gentech Co's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 17 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 Shanghai Gentech Co (SHSE:688596), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.71 as of Jun. 26, 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 Shanghai Gentech Co (SHSE:688596) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shanghai Gentech Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ¥56.22 is trading 23.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of ¥45.59. GuruFocus considers Shanghai Gentech Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:688596:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.71
  • GF Value™: ¥45.59 vs. price of ¥56.22 (23.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 17 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:688596 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Shanghai Gentech Co Business Description

Address No. 55 Chunyong Road, Building 2, Minhang District, Shanghai, CHN, 201108
Shanghai Gentech Co Ltd is engaged in designing, production, installation and supporting services of gas chemical supply system. The company is also engaged in designing and installation of water treatment systems, recycling system, clean fluid system, and other systems.
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