Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co (SZSE:002236) Beneish M-Score: -2.51 (As of Sep. 08, 2026)

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SZSE:002236 Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co Ltd SZSE:002236
86 GF Score
Price ¥16.17
GF Value ¥18.39
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co Beneish M-Score?

Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co SZSE:002236 -0.68% 86 Beneish M-Score is -2.51 as of Sep. 08, 2026. GuruFocus rates SZSE:002236 with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥18.39 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,015 Business Services companies, Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co ranks worse than 53.6% 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 -2.51 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

SZSE:002236' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.55   Med: -2.23   Max: -1.36
Current: -2.51

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co was -1.36. The lowest was -2.55. And the median was -2.23.


Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zhejiang Dahua Technology 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.

Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Zhejiang Dahua Technology 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 -2.24 -2.34 -2.24 -2.10 -2.39

Zhejiang Dahua Technology 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 -2.37 -2.43 -2.39 -2.52 -2.51

SZSE:002236 vs ALLE, MSA, ADT: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Security & Protection Services subindustry, Zhejiang Dahua Technology 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.


Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co Beneish M-Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Zhejiang Dahua Technology 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 Zhejiang Dahua Technology 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 * 0.9131+0.528 * 0.947+0.404 * 0.7989+0.892 * 1.0545+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8088+4.679 * 0.028854-0.327 * 1.1774
=-2.51

* 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 ¥17,242 Mil.
Revenue was 9801.348 + 6902.347 + 9831.241 + 7731.213 = ¥34,266 Mil.
Gross Profit was 4171.407 + 3020.84 + 3757.534 + 3226.889 = ¥14,177 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥40,149 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥55,587 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥6,275 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥1,642 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥14,979 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥170 Mil.
Net Income was 1685.194 + 697.78 + 322.455 + 1059.902 = ¥3,765 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = ¥0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -301.775 + -805.494 + 2344.142 + 924.533 = ¥2,161 Mil.
Total Receivables was ¥17,906 Mil.
Revenue was 8925.2 + 6256.13 + 9730.85 + 7583.459 = ¥32,496 Mil.
Gross Profit was 3806.461 + 2510.343 + 3433.64 + 2981.705 = ¥12,732 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥33,292 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥50,021 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥6,408 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥1,925 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥11,449 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥129 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)
=(17241.634 / 34266.149) / (17906.358 / 32495.639)
=0.503168 / 0.551039
=0.9131

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)
=(12732.149 / 32495.639) / (14176.67 / 34266.149)
=0.391811 / 0.413722
=0.947

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 - (40149.249 + 6274.526) / 55586.683) / (1 - (33291.648 + 6407.866) / 50021.031)
=0.16484 / 0.206344
=0.7989

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
=34266.149 / 32495.639
=1.0545

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 + 6407.866)) / (0 / (0 + 6274.526))
=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)
=(1641.53 / 34266.149) / (1924.721 / 32495.639)
=0.047905 / 0.05923
=0.8088

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)
=((169.638 + 14978.949) / 55586.683) / ((128.642 + 11449.012) / 50021.031)
=0.272522 / 0.231456
=1.1774

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
=(3765.331 - 0 - 2161.406) / 55586.683
=0.028854

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.

Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co has a M-score of -2.51 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 -2.51 mean?
Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co (SZSE:002236) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.51 as of Sep. 08, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co ranks #544 out of 1015 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 53.6%.
Is Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.51. Based on the distribution chart, Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co ranks #544 out of 1015 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co's Beneish M-Score compare to ALLE and MSA?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co ranks #544 out of 1015 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Zhejiang Dahua Technology 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 Business Services company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Business Services 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 Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co and its competitors. Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.51. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co (SZSE:002236) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥18.39, compared to a current price of ¥16.17 — trading 12.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.51. Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 3 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 Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co (SZSE:002236), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.51 as of Sep. 08, 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 Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co (SZSE:002236) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥16.17 is trading 12.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥18.39. GuruFocus considers Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SZSE:002236:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.51
  • GF Value™: ¥18.39 vs. price of ¥16.17 (12.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 86/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SZSE:002236 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co Business Description

Address No. 1399, Bixing Road, Binjiang District, Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, CHN, 310053
Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co Ltd is engaged in the production of security and surveillance products. The product offered by the company includes transmission products, cloud products, camcorders, display products, video conference products, drones, Smart fire protection, and others. These products are used for city operations, business management, personal consumer life, and others.
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