Jilin Chemical Fibre Co (SZSE:000420) Beneish M-Score: -2.35 (As of Sep. 16, 2026)

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SZSE:000420 Jilin Chemical Fibre Co Ltd SZSE:000420
75 GF Score
Price ¥3.52
GF Value ¥4.54
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Jilin Chemical Fibre Co Beneish M-Score?

Jilin Chemical Fibre Co SZSE:000420 +0.86% 75 Beneish M-Score is -2.35 as of Sep. 16, 2026. GuruFocus rates SZSE:000420 with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥4.54 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,008 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Jilin Chemical Fibre Co ranks worse than 62.6% 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 -2.35 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

SZSE:000420' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.04   Med: -2.35   Max: -0.24
Current: -2.35

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Jilin Chemical Fibre Co was -0.24. The lowest was -3.04. And the median was -2.35.


Jilin Chemical Fibre Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Jilin Chemical Fibre 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.

Jilin Chemical Fibre Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Jilin Chemical Fibre 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 -2.65 -1.94 -2.66 -2.44 -2.19

Jilin Chemical Fibre Co Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -2.17 -2.45 -2.19 -2.46 -2.26

Jilin Chemical Fibre Co Beneish M-Score Competitor Comparison

For the Textile Manufacturing subindustry, Jilin Chemical Fibre 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.


Jilin Chemical Fibre Co Beneish M-Score vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry

For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Jilin Chemical Fibre Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Jilin Chemical Fibre Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Jilin Chemical Fibre 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 Jilin Chemical Fibre 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 * 1.0127+0.528 * 1.1836+0.404 * 0.9106+0.892 * 1.1695+0.115 * 0.9913
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8577+4.679 * -0.004793-0.327 * 1.0484
=-2.27

* 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 (Jun26) TTM:Last Year (Jun25) TTM:
Total Receivables was ¥1,617 Mil.
Revenue was 1450.285 + 1303.733 + 1408.46 + 1384.274 = ¥5,547 Mil.
Gross Profit was 132.358 + 160.576 + 120.775 + 121.93 = ¥536 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥3,915 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥14,995 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥9,631 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥667 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥150 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥7,377 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥2,371 Mil.
Net Income was 4.796 + 27.25 + -3.906 + 10.58 = ¥39 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = ¥0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -158.419 + 91.254 + 121.387 + 56.376 = ¥111 Mil.
Total Receivables was ¥1,366 Mil.
Revenue was 1420.807 + 1214.308 + 1084.937 + 1022.745 = ¥4,743 Mil.
Gross Profit was 156.107 + 144.416 + 82.276 + 159.296 = ¥542 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥3,607 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥13,738 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥8,673 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥595 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥150 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥7,340 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥1,179 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)
=(1617.461 / 5546.753) / (1365.632 / 4742.798)
=0.291605 / 0.287938
=1.0127

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)
=(542.095 / 4742.798) / (535.64 / 5546.753)
=0.114299 / 0.096568
=1.1836

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 - (3915.469 + 9630.858) / 14995.015) / (1 - (3607.252 + 8673.163) / 13737.879)
=0.096611 / 0.106091
=0.9106

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
=5546.753 / 4742.798
=1.1695

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))
=(595.498 / (595.498 + 8673.163)) / (667.493 / (667.493 + 9630.858))
=0.064249 / 0.064815
=0.9913

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)
=(150.476 / 5546.753) / (150.021 / 4742.798)
=0.027129 / 0.031631
=0.8577

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)
=((2371.307 + 7376.539) / 14995.015) / ((1178.915 + 7339.512) / 13737.879)
=0.650072 / 0.620069
=1.0484

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
=(38.72 - 0 - 110.598) / 14995.015
=-0.004793

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.

Jilin Chemical Fibre Co has a M-score of -2.27 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 -2.35 mean?
Jilin Chemical Fibre Co (SZSE:000420) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.35 as of Sep. 16, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Jilin Chemical Fibre Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Jilin Chemical Fibre Co ranks #631 out of 1008 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 62.6%.
Is Jilin Chemical Fibre Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Jilin Chemical Fibre Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.35. Based on the distribution chart, Jilin Chemical Fibre Co ranks #631 out of 1008 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Jilin Chemical Fibre Co has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jilin Chemical Fibre Co's Beneish M-Score compare to competitors?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Jilin Chemical Fibre Co ranks #631 out of 1008 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Jilin Chemical Fibre 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories 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 Jilin Chemical Fibre Co and its competitors. Jilin Chemical Fibre Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.35. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Jilin Chemical Fibre Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jilin Chemical Fibre Co (SZSE:000420) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥4.54, compared to a current price of ¥3.52 — trading 22.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.35. Jilin Chemical Fibre Co's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 Jilin Chemical Fibre Co (SZSE:000420), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.35 as of Sep. 16, 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 Jilin Chemical Fibre Co (SZSE:000420) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jilin Chemical Fibre Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥3.52 is trading 22.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥4.54. GuruFocus considers Jilin Chemical Fibre Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SZSE:000420:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.35
  • GF Value™: ¥4.54 vs. price of ¥3.52 (22.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SZSE:000420 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Jilin Chemical Fibre Co Business Description

Address No. 516?1 Jiuzhan Street, Changyi District, Jilin, Jilin, CHN, 132115
Jilin Chemical Fibre Co Ltd is engaged in chemical fiber manufacturing. The products of the company include viscose staple fiber, viscose filament yarn, acrylic fiber, chemical fiber pulp, yarn, a heat accumulating fiber, anti-pill fiber, gelled dying fiber, carbon fiber precursor, and paper products.
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