Extreme Networks (STU:EXM) Beneish M-Score: -2.41 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


STU:EXM Extreme Networks Inc STU:EXM
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Price €27.88
GF Value €16.04
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What is Extreme Networks Beneish M-Score?

Extreme Networks STU:EXM +2.84% 64 Beneish M-Score is -2.41 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:EXM with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of €16.04 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,404 Hardware companies, Extreme Networks ranks worse than 54.74% 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 -2.41 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

STU:EXM' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.44   Med: -2.88   Max: -1.52
Current: -2.41

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Extreme Networks was -1.52. The lowest was -3.44. And the median was -2.88.


Extreme Networks Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Extreme Networks'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.

Extreme Networks Beneish M-Score Chart

Extreme Networks Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.90 -2.57 -3.17 -3.44 -2.75

Extreme Networks 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 -2.93 -2.75 -2.47 -2.73 -2.41

STU:EXM vs BDC, VISN, DGII: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Extreme Networks'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.


Extreme Networks Beneish M-Score vs Hardware Industry

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

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


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Extreme Networks 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 Extreme Networks 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 * 1.4359+0.528 * 0.9496+0.404 * 0.9615+0.892 * 1.0645+0.115 * 1.3877
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9799+4.679 * -0.097515-0.327 * 0.9858
=-2.47

* 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 €141 Mil.
Revenue was 274.096 + 271.508 + 264.329 + 266.172 = €1,076 Mil.
Gross Profit was 169.146 + 166.598 + 160.201 + 163.939 = €660 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €469 Mil.
Total Assets was €1,012 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €74 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €16 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €425 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €513 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €152 Mil.
Net Income was 9.16 + 6.726 + 4.781 + -6.765 = €14 Mil.
Non Operating Income was -0.227 + -0.45 + -0.731 + -0.205 = €-2 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 12.277 + 42.818 + -11.926 + 71.041 = €114 Mil.
Total Receivables was €92 Mil.
Revenue was 263.167 + 266.784 + 242.553 + 238.431 = €1,011 Mil.
Gross Profit was 162.253 + 167.242 + 152.726 + 106.486 = €589 Mil.
Total Current Assets was €441 Mil.
Total Assets was €993 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was €73 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was €24 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was €408 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was €474 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was €188 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)
=(140.744 / 1076.105) / (92.08 / 1010.935)
=0.13079 / 0.091084
=1.4359

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)
=(588.707 / 1010.935) / (659.884 / 1076.105)
=0.582339 / 0.613215
=0.9496

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 - (468.659 + 74.435) / 1012.102) / (1 - (440.853 + 73.368) / 992.596)
=0.4634 / 0.481943
=0.9615

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
=1076.105 / 1010.935
=1.0645

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))
=(24.17 / (24.17 + 73.368)) / (16.182 / (16.182 + 74.435))
=0.247801 / 0.178576
=1.3877

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)
=(425.175 / 1076.105) / (407.603 / 1010.935)
=0.395105 / 0.403194
=0.9799

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)
=((151.715 + 513.174) / 1012.102) / ((187.905 + 473.565) / 992.596)
=0.656939 / 0.666404
=0.9858

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
=(13.902 - -1.613 - 114.21) / 1012.102
=-0.097515

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.

Extreme Networks has a M-score of -2.47 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 -2.41 mean?
Extreme Networks (STU:EXM) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.41 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Extreme Networks and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Extreme Networks ranks #1316 out of 2404 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 54.7%.
Is Extreme Networks' Beneish M-Score too high?
Extreme Networks' current Beneish M-Score is -2.41. Based on the distribution chart, Extreme Networks ranks #1316 out of 2404 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Extreme Networks has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Extreme Networks' Beneish M-Score compare to BDC and VISN?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Extreme Networks ranks #1316 out of 2404 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Extreme Networks 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 Extreme Networks and its competitors. Extreme Networks's current Beneish M-Score is -2.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Extreme Networks stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Extreme Networks (STU:EXM) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €16.04, compared to a current price of €27.88 — trading 73.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.41. Extreme Networks' overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Extreme Networks (STU:EXM), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.41 as of Jun. 27, 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 Extreme Networks (STU:EXM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Extreme Networks stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €27.88 is trading 73.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of €16.04. GuruFocus considers Extreme Networks to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:EXM:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.41
  • GF Value™: €16.04 vs. price of €27.88 (73.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 6 warning signs

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


Extreme Networks Business Description

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Extreme Networks Inc provides AI-powered cloud networking, focused on delivering simple and secure solutions that help businesses address challenges and enable connections among devices, applications, and users. The group designs, develops, and manufactures wired, wireless, and software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) infrastructure equipment. It has one reportable segment, the development, marketing, and sale of network infrastructure equipment and related software. The Company operates in three geographical areas: Americas, EMEA, and APAC.
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