Jean Co (TPE:2442) Beneish M-Score: 14.19 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


TPE:2442 Jean Co Ltd TPE:2442
70 GF Score
Price NT$18.95
GF Value NT$169.30
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Jean Co Beneish M-Score?

Jean Co TPE:2442 -1.81% 70 Beneish M-Score is 14.19 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates TPE:2442 with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$169.30 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,682 Real Estate companies, Jean Co ranks worse than 98.1% 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.

Warning Sign:

Beneish M-Score 14.19 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

TPE:2442' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.98   Med: -1.86   Max: 14.19
Current: 14.19

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Jean Co was 14.19. The lowest was -2.98. And the median was -1.86.


Jean Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Jean 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.

Jean Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Jean 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 -2.72 -1.56 1.31 -2.43 14.19

Jean 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 -2.43 1.85 -1.45 -2.23 14.19

Jean Co Beneish M-Score Competitor Comparison

For the Real Estate - Development subindustry, Jean 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.


Jean Co Beneish M-Score vs Real Estate Industry

For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, Jean Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Jean 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 Jean 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 * 9.8175+0.528 * 1.0655+0.404 * 0.7944+0.892 * 9.808+0.115 * 3.586
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.4743+4.679 * 0.069714-0.327 * 0.8791
=14.19

* 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$3,154 Mil.
Revenue was 9929.022 + 93.904 + 259.365 + 452.121 = NT$10,734 Mil.
Gross Profit was 3319.717 + 55.667 + 112.411 + 133.674 = NT$3,621 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$23,092 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$25,428 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$487 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$36 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$773 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$16,313 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$1,284 Mil.
Net Income was 1243.912 + 32.418 + 66.252 + 75.546 = NT$1,418 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = NT$0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 930.352 + -347.767 + -215.5 + -721.625 = NT$-355 Mil.
Total Receivables was NT$33 Mil.
Revenue was 498.321 + 136.986 + 119.751 + 339.393 = NT$1,094 Mil.
Gross Profit was 153.895 + 38.794 + 55.133 + 145.581 = NT$393 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$23,194 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$25,653 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$110 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$36 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$166 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$17,262 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$2,933 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)
=(3154.076 / 10734.412) / (32.756 / 1094.451)
=0.293828 / 0.029929
=9.8175

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)
=(393.403 / 1094.451) / (3621.469 / 10734.412)
=0.359452 / 0.33737
=1.0655

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 - (23091.884 + 486.806) / 25427.858) / (1 - (23194.008 + 110.187) / 25652.555)
=0.072722 / 0.091545
=0.7944

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
=10734.412 / 1094.451
=9.808

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))
=(35.528 / (35.528 + 110.187)) / (35.513 / (35.513 + 486.806))
=0.243818 / 0.067991
=3.586

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)
=(772.629 / 10734.412) / (166.079 / 1094.451)
=0.071977 / 0.151746
=0.4743

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)
=((1284.348 + 16312.79) / 25427.858) / ((2932.866 + 17261.679) / 25652.555)
=0.692042 / 0.787233
=0.8791

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
=(1418.128 - 0 - -354.54) / 25427.858
=0.069714

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.

Jean Co has a M-score of 14.19 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beneish M-Score →
What does a Beneish M-Score of 14.19 mean?
Jean Co (TPE:2442) has a Beneish M-Score of 14.19 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Jean Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Jean Co ranks #1650 out of 1682 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 98.1%.
Is Jean Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Jean Co's current Beneish M-Score is 14.19. Based on the distribution chart, Jean Co ranks #1650 out of 1682 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Jean Co has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jean Co's Beneish M-Score compare to competitors?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, Jean Co ranks #1650 out of 1682 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Jean 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 a Real Estate company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Real Estate 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 Jean Co and its competitors. Jean Co's current Beneish M-Score is 14.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Jean Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jean Co (TPE:2442) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$169.30, compared to a current price of NT$18.95 — trading 88.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is 14.19. Jean Co's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 6 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 Jean Co (TPE:2442), the current Beneish M-Score is 14.19 as of Jun. 27, 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 Jean Co (TPE:2442) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jean Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$18.95 is trading 88.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$169.30. GuruFocus considers Jean Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TPE:2442:

  • Beneish M-Score: 14.19
  • GF Value™: NT$169.30 vs. price of NT$18.95 (88.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:2442 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Jean Co Business Description

Address No. 300, Yangguang Street, 7th Floor, Neihu District, Taipei, TWN, 114
Jean Co Ltd along with its subsidiaries, is engaged in the real estate sector. The main businesses of the company and its subsidiaries include transactions of real properties, leasing, construction and development, apartment and building management, and technology information services. Its reportable segments are: segment of real estate, segment of financial instruments & investment, segment of construction development and segment of information service. The majority of its revenue is derived from the Construction development segment which engages in the sales of property and land development.
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