Zeng Hsing Industrial Co (TPE:1558) Beneish M-Score: -2.89 (As of Aug. 12, 2026)

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TPE:1558 Zeng Hsing Industrial Co Ltd TPE:1558
82 GF Score
Price NT$95.40
GF Value NT$105.75
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Zeng Hsing Industrial Co Beneish M-Score?

Zeng Hsing Industrial Co TPE:1558 +0.85% 82 Beneish M-Score is -2.89 as of Aug. 12, 2026. GuruFocus rates TPE:1558 with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$105.75 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 418 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances companies, Zeng Hsing Industrial Co ranks better than 78.23% 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 -2.89 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TPE:1558' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.73   Med: -2.68   Max: 0.09
Current: -2.89

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Zeng Hsing Industrial Co was 0.09. The lowest was -3.73. And the median was -2.68.


Zeng Hsing Industrial Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zeng Hsing Industrial 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.

Zeng Hsing Industrial Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Zeng Hsing Industrial 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 -2.37 -0.10 -3.59 -2.65 -2.84

Zeng Hsing Industrial 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 -2.64 -2.72 -2.88 -2.84 -2.89

TPE:1558 vs SN, SGI, MHK: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances subindustry, Zeng Hsing Industrial 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.


Zeng Hsing Industrial Co Beneish M-Score vs Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances Industry

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Zeng Hsing Industrial Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Zeng Hsing Industrial Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Zeng Hsing Industrial 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 Zeng Hsing Industrial 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 * 1.0408+0.528 * 1.0795+0.404 * 0.8396+0.892 * 0.9311+0.115 * 1.0107
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0178+4.679 * -0.071531-0.327 * 1.083
=-2.89

* 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 NT$1,689 Mil.
Revenue was 1926.175 + 1631.149 + 2248.509 + 2180 = NT$7,986 Mil.
Gross Profit was 466.203 + 462.634 + 616.066 + 586.224 = NT$2,131 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$7,338 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$13,554 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$4,192 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$647 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$1,072 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$2,437 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$1,674 Mil.
Net Income was 79.533 + 82.19 + 149.541 + 51.359 = NT$363 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = NT$0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 310.272 + 619.474 + 256.403 + 145.988 = NT$1,332 Mil.
Total Receivables was NT$1,743 Mil.
Revenue was 2044.322 + 2027.146 + 2442.963 + 2062.607 = NT$8,577 Mil.
Gross Profit was 517.381 + 632.978 + 708.719 + 611.786 = NT$2,471 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$6,703 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$13,319 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$4,246 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$663 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$1,131 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$3,143 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$587 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)
=(1688.984 / 7985.833) / (1742.948 / 8577.038)
=0.211498 / 0.203211
=1.0408

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)
=(2470.864 / 8577.038) / (2131.127 / 7985.833)
=0.288079 / 0.266863
=1.0795

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 - (7337.752 + 4192.126) / 13553.818) / (1 - (6703.484 + 4246.387) / 13318.792)
=0.149326 / 0.177863
=0.8396

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
=7985.833 / 8577.038
=0.9311

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))
=(662.958 / (662.958 + 4246.387)) / (646.511 / (646.511 + 4192.126))
=0.13504 / 0.133614
=1.0107

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)
=(1071.539 / 7985.833) / (1130.688 / 8577.038)
=0.13418 / 0.131827
=1.0178

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)
=((1674.322 + 2436.771) / 13553.818) / ((586.743 + 3143.307) / 13318.792)
=0.303316 / 0.280059
=1.083

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
=(362.623 - 0 - 1332.137) / 13553.818
=-0.071531

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.

Zeng Hsing Industrial Co has a M-score of -2.89 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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What does a Beneish M-Score of -2.89 mean?
Zeng Hsing Industrial Co (TPE:1558) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.89 as of Aug. 12, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Zeng Hsing Industrial Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Zeng Hsing Industrial Co ranks #91 out of 418 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, placing it in the top 21.8%.
Is Zeng Hsing Industrial Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Zeng Hsing Industrial Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.89. Based on the distribution chart, Zeng Hsing Industrial Co ranks #91 out of 418 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Zeng Hsing Industrial Co has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zeng Hsing Industrial Co's Beneish M-Score compare to SN and SGI?
According to the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry distribution chart, Zeng Hsing Industrial Co ranks #91 out of 418 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Zeng Hsing Industrial Co in the top 22% 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 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances 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 Zeng Hsing Industrial Co and its competitors. Zeng Hsing Industrial Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zeng Hsing Industrial Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zeng Hsing Industrial Co (TPE:1558) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$105.75, compared to a current price of NT$95.40 — trading 9.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.89. Zeng Hsing Industrial Co's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 5 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 Zeng Hsing Industrial Co (TPE:1558), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.89 as of Aug. 12, 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 Zeng Hsing Industrial Co (TPE:1558) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zeng Hsing Industrial Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$95.40 is trading 9.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$105.75. GuruFocus considers Zeng Hsing Industrial Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:1558:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.89
  • GF Value™: NT$105.75 vs. price of NT$95.40 (9.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1558 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Zeng Hsing Industrial Co Business Description

Address No. 78, Yongcheng Road, Taiping District, Taichung, TWN
Zeng Hsing Industrial Co Ltd is a Taiwan-based company that designs and manufactures household sewing machines, household cleaners, and related components. The company operates as an original design manufacturer, which means it supplies its products to brand owners. Geographically, the company has operates China, which derives key revenue; Germany; USA; Turkey; Taiwan; Russia; India; and Other Countries. The company has two reportable segments as follows: Sewing machine division produces computerized and electronic sewing machines. Precision metal parts processing division manufacture precision parts for automotive and industrial applications.
82GF Score

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