Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co (SZSE:002472) Beneish M-Score: -2.94 (As of Aug. 07, 2026)

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SZSE:002472 Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co Ltd SZSE:002472
92 GF Score
Price ¥39.28
GF Value ¥34.76
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co Beneish M-Score?

Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co SZSE:002472 +0.36% 92 Beneish M-Score is -2.94 as of Aug. 07, 2026. GuruFocus rates SZSE:002472 with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥34.76 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,273 Vehicles & Parts companies, Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co ranks better than 83.03% 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 -2.94 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

SZSE:002472' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.94   Med: -2.5   Max: -2.04
Current: -2.94

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co was -2.04. The lowest was -2.94. And the median was -2.50.


Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline 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 Shuanghuan Driveline Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline 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 -2.45 -2.41 -2.56 -2.50 -2.82

Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline 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 -2.45 -2.64 -2.73 -2.82 -2.94

SZSE:002472 vs ORLY, AZO: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline 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 Shuanghuan Driveline Co Beneish M-Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

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

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


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Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline 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 Shuanghuan Driveline 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 * 0.8901+0.528 * 0.9456+0.404 * 1.1019+0.892 * 1.0423+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.2908+4.679 * -0.077481-0.327 * 0.9808
=-2.94

* 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 ¥3,206 Mil.
Revenue was 2095.473 + 2645.799 + 2237.274 + 2164.349 = ¥9,143 Mil.
Gross Profit was 577.262 + 746.049 + 600.536 + 590.559 = ¥2,514 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥8,482 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥19,083 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥9,703 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥210 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥7,236 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥385 Mil.
Net Income was 284.09 + 363.126 + 321.243 + 301.142 = ¥1,270 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = ¥0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 566.489 + 1093.411 + 317.491 + 770.768 = ¥2,748 Mil.
Total Receivables was ¥3,455 Mil.
Revenue was 2064.75 + 2038.798 + 2420.349 + 2247.746 = ¥8,772 Mil.
Gross Profit was 553.779 + 632.865 + 579.937 + 514.491 = ¥2,281 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ¥7,704 Mil.
Total Assets was ¥16,965 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ¥8,537 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ¥0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ¥156 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ¥6,626 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ¥281 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)
=(3205.558 / 9142.895) / (3455.026 / 8771.643)
=0.350606 / 0.393886
=0.8901

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)
=(2281.072 / 8771.643) / (2514.406 / 9142.895)
=0.260051 / 0.275012
=0.9456

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 - (8482.149 + 9703.005) / 19082.952) / (1 - (7704.215 + 8536.513) / 16965.108)
=0.047047 / 0.042698
=1.1019

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
=9142.895 / 8771.643
=1.0423

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 + 8536.513)) / (0 / (0 + 9703.005))
=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)
=(210.36 / 9142.895) / (156.351 / 8771.643)
=0.023008 / 0.017825
=1.2908

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)
=((385.332 + 7235.696) / 19082.952) / ((281.153 + 6626.373) / 16965.108)
=0.399363 / 0.407161
=0.9808

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
=(1269.601 - 0 - 2748.159) / 19082.952
=-0.077481

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 Shuanghuan Driveline Co has a M-score of -2.94 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 -2.94 mean?
Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co (SZSE:002472) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.94 as of Aug. 07, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co ranks #216 out of 1273 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 17%.
Is Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.94. Based on the distribution chart, Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co ranks #216 out of 1273 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co's Beneish M-Score compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co ranks #216 out of 1273 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co and its competitors. Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.94. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co (SZSE:002472) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥34.76, compared to a current price of ¥39.28 — trading 13% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.94. Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 4 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 Shuanghuan Driveline Co (SZSE:002472), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.94 as of Aug. 07, 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 Shuanghuan Driveline Co (SZSE:002472) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ¥39.28 is trading 13% above its estimated GF Value™ of ¥34.76. GuruFocus considers Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SZSE:002472:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.94
  • GF Value™: ¥34.76 vs. price of ¥39.28 (13% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SZSE:002472 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co Business Description

Address Jingchang Avenue, Wuchang Street, Hehe Building, No. 658-1, Zhejiang Province, Yuhang District, Hangzhou, CHN, 310023
Zhejiang Shuanghuan Driveline Co Ltd is engaged in the Production and sales of transmission gears and gear parts.
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