Ocean Plastics Co (TPE:1321) Beneish M-Score: -2.92 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


TPE:1321 Ocean Plastics Co Ltd TPE:1321
59 GF Score
Price NT$30.70
GF Value NT$25.17
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Ocean Plastics Co Beneish M-Score?

Ocean Plastics Co TPE:1321 -1.44% 59 Beneish M-Score is -2.92 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates TPE:1321 with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$25.17 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,526 Chemicals companies, Ocean Plastics Co ranks better than 81.59% 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 -2.92 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TPE:1321' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.92   Med: -2.48   Max: -1.88
Current: -2.92

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Ocean Plastics Co was -1.88. The lowest was -2.92. And the median was -2.48.


Ocean Plastics Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ocean Plastics 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.

Ocean Plastics Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Ocean Plastics 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 -2.10 -2.54 -2.57 -2.49 -2.92

Ocean Plastics Co Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25
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 -2.49 -2.62 -2.76 -2.80 -2.92

TPE:1321 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Ocean Plastics 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.


Ocean Plastics Co Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Ocean Plastics Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ocean Plastics Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Ocean Plastics 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 Ocean Plastics 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 * 0.958+0.528 * 1.0622+0.404 * 1.0463+0.892 * 0.7676+0.115 * 0.9281
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.117+4.679 * -0.045687-0.327 * 1.0156
=-2.92

* 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 (Dec25) TTM:Last Year (Dec24) TTM:
Total Receivables was NT$448 Mil.
Revenue was 851.994 + 798.307 + 953.479 + 991.106 = NT$3,595 Mil.
Gross Profit was 59.323 + 31.643 + 81.878 + 86.495 = NT$259 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$1,975 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$11,382 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$3,278 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$246 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$368 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$1,045 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$3,652 Mil.
Net Income was -113.129 + -29.391 + -87.603 + -45.426 = NT$-276 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = NT$0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 26.958 + -37.425 + 159.541 + 95.4 = NT$244 Mil.
Total Receivables was NT$609 Mil.
Revenue was 1215.247 + 1022.541 + 1333.269 + 1112.113 = NT$4,683 Mil.
Gross Profit was 122.459 + 35.595 + 105.575 + 95.222 = NT$359 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$2,312 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$11,777 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$3,404 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$236 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$429 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$1,124 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$3,661 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)
=(448.136 / 3594.886) / (609.422 / 4683.17)
=0.124659 / 0.13013
=0.958

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)
=(358.851 / 4683.17) / (259.339 / 3594.886)
=0.076626 / 0.072141
=1.0622

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 - (1974.726 + 3278.338) / 11382.31) / (1 - (2312.164 + 3403.7) / 11776.74)
=0.538489 / 0.514648
=1.0463

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
=3594.886 / 4683.17
=0.7676

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))
=(236.149 / (236.149 + 3403.7)) / (246.408 / (246.408 + 3278.338))
=0.064879 / 0.069908
=0.9281

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)
=(368.055 / 3594.886) / (429.269 / 4683.17)
=0.102383 / 0.091662
=1.117

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)
=((3652.014 + 1045.267) / 11382.31) / ((3661.014 + 1124.195) / 11776.74)
=0.412683 / 0.406327
=1.0156

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
=(-275.549 - 0 - 244.474) / 11382.31
=-0.045687

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.

Ocean Plastics Co has a M-score of -2.92 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 -2.92 mean?
Ocean Plastics Co (TPE:1321) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.92 as of Jun. 28, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Ocean Plastics Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Ocean Plastics Co ranks #281 out of 1526 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 18.4%.
Is Ocean Plastics Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Ocean Plastics Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.92. Based on the distribution chart, Ocean Plastics Co ranks #281 out of 1526 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ocean Plastics Co has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ocean Plastics Co's Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Ocean Plastics Co ranks #281 out of 1526 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Ocean Plastics Co in the top 18% 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 Chemicals company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Chemicals 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 Ocean Plastics Co and its competitors. Ocean Plastics Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ocean Plastics Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ocean Plastics Co (TPE:1321) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$25.17, compared to a current price of NT$30.70 — trading 22% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.92. Ocean Plastics Co's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 7 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 Ocean Plastics Co (TPE:1321), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.92 as of Jun. 28, 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 Ocean Plastics Co (TPE:1321) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ocean Plastics Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$30.70 is trading 22% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$25.17. GuruFocus considers Ocean Plastics Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:1321:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.92
  • GF Value™: NT$25.17 vs. price of NT$30.70 (22% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1321 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Ocean Plastics Co Business Description

Address No. 310, Juguang Road, 5th - 6th Floor, Wanhua District, Taipei, TWN, 108
Ocean Plastics Co Ltd is a Taiwan-based company, that engages in the manufacturing and selling of plastic raw materials, products, and plastic industry supplementary materials. Its products include plastic cloths, plastic pipe, plastic leather products, synthetic leather products, plastic construction materials, and plastic raw materials The company distributes its products in Taiwan, Japan, Vietnam China, India, and the United States, among others.
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