TAYD (Taylor Devices) Beneish M-Score: -2.29 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


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What is Taylor Devices Beneish M-Score?

Taylor Devices TAYD -0.21% 92 Beneish M-Score is -2.29 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates TAYD with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of $46.25 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,926 Industrial Products companies, Taylor Devices ranks worse than 63.29% 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 -2.29 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TAYD' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.77   Med: -2.58   Max: -1.06
Current: -2.29

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Taylor Devices was -1.06. The lowest was -3.77. And the median was -2.58.


Taylor Devices Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Taylor Devices'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.

Taylor Devices Beneish M-Score Chart

Taylor Devices Annual Data
Trend May16 May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.56 -2.68 -2.52 -2.76 -2.15

Taylor Devices Quarterly Data
May21 Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26
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 -2.87 -2.15 -2.74 -3.25 -2.29

TAYD vs NPWR, ZJK, HURC: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Taylor Devices'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.


Taylor Devices Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Products Industry

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

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


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Taylor Devices 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 Taylor Devices 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 * 0.9402+0.528 * 1.0177+0.404 * 0.5444+0.892 * 1.1275+0.115 * 1.1586
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8769+4.679 * 0.014579-0.327 * 0.3996
=-2.29

* 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 (Feb26) TTM:Last Year (Feb25) TTM:
Total Receivables was $10.54 Mil.
Revenue was 11.173 + 11.603 + 9.918 + 15.561 = $48.26 Mil.
Gross Profit was 4.491 + 5.459 + 4.439 + 7.56 = $21.95 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $61.11 Mil.
Total Assets was $75.45 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $12.70 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $1.72 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $10.92 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $5.31 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $0.00 Mil.
Net Income was 2.498 + 2.009 + 2.19 + 3.688 = $10.39 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0.422 + 0.424 + 0.384 + -1.007 = $0.22 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 0.897 + 5.746 + 0.484 + 1.935 = $9.06 Mil.
Total Receivables was $9.95 Mil.
Revenue was 10.565 + 8.549 + 11.618 + 12.065 = $42.80 Mil.
Gross Profit was 4.529 + 3.886 + 5.504 + 5.891 = $19.81 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $56.39 Mil.
Total Assets was $70.15 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $10.95 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $1.76 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $11.04 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $12.34 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $0.00 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)
=(10.544 / 48.255) / (9.946 / 42.797)
=0.218506 / 0.232399
=0.9402

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)
=(19.81 / 42.797) / (21.949 / 48.255)
=0.462883 / 0.454854
=1.0177

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 - (61.109 + 12.702) / 75.453) / (1 - (56.391 + 10.952) / 70.147)
=0.021762 / 0.039973
=0.5444

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
=48.255 / 42.797
=1.1275

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))
=(1.758 / (1.758 + 10.952)) / (1.722 / (1.722 + 12.702))
=0.138316 / 0.119384
=1.1586

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)
=(10.918 / 48.255) / (11.043 / 42.797)
=0.226256 / 0.258032
=0.8769

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)
=((0 + 5.306) / 75.453) / ((0 + 12.344) / 70.147)
=0.070322 / 0.175973
=0.3996

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
=(10.385 - 0.223 - 9.062) / 75.453
=0.014579

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.

Taylor Devices has a M-score of -2.29 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 -2.29 mean?
Taylor Devices (TAYD) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.29 as of Jun. 24, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Taylor Devices and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Taylor Devices ranks #1852 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 63.3%.
Is Taylor Devices' Beneish M-Score too high?
Taylor Devices' current Beneish M-Score is -2.29. Based on the distribution chart, Taylor Devices ranks #1852 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Taylor Devices has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Taylor Devices' Beneish M-Score compare to NPWR and ZJK?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Taylor Devices ranks #1852 out of 2926 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Taylor Devices 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 Taylor Devices and its competitors. Taylor Devices's current Beneish M-Score is -2.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Taylor Devices stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Taylor Devices (TAYD) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $46.25, compared to a current price of $58.61 — trading 26.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.29. Taylor Devices' overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Taylor Devices (TAYD), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.29 as of Jun. 24, 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 Taylor Devices (TAYD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Taylor Devices stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $58.61 is trading 26.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $46.25. GuruFocus considers Taylor Devices to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TAYD:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.29
  • GF Value™: $46.25 vs. price of $58.61 (26.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 1 warning sign

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


Taylor Devices Business Description

Address 90 Taylor Drive, P.O. Box 748, North Tonawanda, North Tonawanda, NY, USA, 14120
Taylor Devices Inc is involved in the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of shock absorption, rate control, and energy storage devices for use in various types of machinery, equipment, and structures. The company's product line includes Seismic dampers, Fluidicshoks, Crane and industrial buffers, Self-adjusting shock absorbers, Liquid die springs, and Vibration Dampers. Its products are generally used to absorb, control, or mitigate the motion of masses caused by earthquakes or explosions. The company markets its products to various industries such as industrial, steel mills, buildings, bridges, aerospace, defense, and automotive industries.
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