TEPCY (Tohoku Electric Power Co) Beneish M-Score: -2.56 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


TEPCY Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc TEPCY
63 GF Score
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GF Value $6.07
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What is Tohoku Electric Power Co Beneish M-Score?

Tohoku Electric Power Co TEPCY -13.10% 63 Beneish M-Score is -2.56 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates TEPCY with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $6.07. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 390 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, Tohoku Electric Power Co ranks worse than 54.62% 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 -2.56 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for Tohoku Electric Power Co's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

TEPCY' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.85   Med: -2.65   Max: -2.31
Current: -2.56

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Tohoku Electric Power Co was -2.31. The lowest was -4.85. And the median was -2.65.


Tohoku Electric Power Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Tohoku Electric Power 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.

Tohoku Electric Power Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Tohoku Electric Power Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -4.85 -2.71 -3.46 -2.81 -2.56

Tohoku Electric Power 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 -2.81 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.56

Tohoku Electric Power Co Beneish M-Score Competitor Comparison

For the Utilities - Renewable subindustry, Tohoku Electric Power 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.


Tohoku Electric Power Co Beneish M-Score vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, Tohoku Electric Power Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Tohoku Electric Power Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Tohoku Electric Power 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 Tohoku Electric Power 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 * 0.9247+0.528 * 1.5678+0.404 * 1.0352+0.892 * 0.8426+0.115 * 0.9508
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.049754-0.327 * 0.9939
=-2.61

* 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 $1,156 Mil.
Revenue was $14,951 Mil.
Gross Profit was $1,011 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $7,931 Mil.
Total Assets was $36,121 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $23,444 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $1,423 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $7,588 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $19,571 Mil.
Net Income was $536 Mil.
Gross Profit was $0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was $2,333 Mil.
Total Receivables was $1,483 Mil.
Revenue was $17,744 Mil.
Gross Profit was $1,881 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $7,661 Mil.
Total Assets was $36,216 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $23,958 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $1,379 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $7,726 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $19,671 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)
=(1155.621 / 14950.716) / (1483.286 / 17744.221)
=0.077295 / 0.083593
=0.9247

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)
=(1880.689 / 17744.221) / (1010.702 / 14950.716)
=0.105989 / 0.067602
=1.5678

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 - (7931.337 + 23444.358) / 36121.493) / (1 - (7661.146 + 23957.967) / 36215.617)
=0.131384 / 0.12692
=1.0352

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
=14950.716 / 17744.221
=0.8426

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))
=(1378.93 / (1378.93 + 23957.967)) / (1423.381 / (1423.381 + 23444.358))
=0.054424 / 0.057238
=0.9508

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)
=(0 / 14950.716) / (0 / 17744.221)
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=((19570.766 + 7588.074) / 36121.493) / ((19670.51 + 7726.322) / 36215.617)
=0.751875 / 0.756492
=0.9939

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
=(535.503 - 0 - 2332.68) / 36121.493
=-0.049754

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.

Tohoku Electric Power Co has a M-score of -2.61 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 -2.56 mean?
Tohoku Electric Power Co (TEPCY) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.56 as of Jun. 24, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Tohoku Electric Power Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Tohoku Electric Power Co ranks #213 out of 390 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 54.6%.
Is Tohoku Electric Power Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Tohoku Electric Power Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.56. Based on the distribution chart, Tohoku Electric Power Co ranks #213 out of 390 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Tohoku Electric Power Co has a GF Score™ of 63/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Tohoku Electric Power Co's Beneish M-Score compare to competitors?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, Tohoku Electric Power Co ranks #213 out of 390 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Tohoku Electric Power 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 an Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Utilities - Independent Power Producers 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 Tohoku Electric Power Co and its competitors. Tohoku Electric Power Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Tohoku Electric Power Co stock overvalued right now?
Tohoku Electric Power Co (TEPCY) has a current Beneish M-Score of -2.56. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.07, compared to a current price of $6.37 — trading 4.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.56. Tohoku Electric Power Co's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Tohoku Electric Power Co (TEPCY), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.56 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 Tohoku Electric Power Co (TEPCY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tohoku Electric Power Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $6.37 is trading 4.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $6.07.

Key valuation signals for TEPCY:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.56
  • GF Value™: $6.07 vs. price of $6.37 (4.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Tohoku Electric Power Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 9506:JapanTKT:Germany
Address 1-7-1 Honmachi, Aoba-ku, Sendai, JPN, 980-8550
Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc is engaged in the supply and distribution of electricity. The company operates through two reportable segments: Power Generation and Sales, which provides stable electricity from thermal, nuclear, and renewable energy sources and offers electricity retail and related services; and Power Transmission and Distribution, which provides neutral and fair electricity network services. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Power generation and sales business segment.
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