Longda Construction & Development (TPE:5519) Beneish M-Score: -2.86 (As of Aug. 23, 2026)

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TPE:5519 Longda Construction & Development Corp TPE:5519
95 GF Score
Price NT$27.95
GF Value NT$32.22
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Longda Construction & Development Beneish M-Score?

Longda Construction & Development TPE:5519 +0.18% 95 Beneish M-Score is -2.86 as of Aug. 23, 2026. GuruFocus rates TPE:5519 with a GF Score™ of 95/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$32.22 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,707 Construction companies, Longda Construction & Development ranks better than 77.15% 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 -2.86 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for Longda Construction & Development's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

TPE:5519' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.88   Med: -2.32   Max: -1.43
Current: -2.86

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Longda Construction & Development was -1.43. The lowest was -2.88. And the median was -2.32.


Longda Construction & Development Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Longda Construction & Development'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.

Longda Construction & Development Beneish M-Score Chart

Longda Construction & Development 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 -2.15 -2.88 -2.06 -2.14 -2.55

Longda Construction & Development Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -2.33 -2.31 -2.55 -2.83 -2.86

TPE:5519 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Longda Construction & Development'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.


Longda Construction & Development Beneish M-Score vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Longda Construction & Development's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Longda Construction & Development's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Longda Construction & Development 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 Longda Construction & Development 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 * 0.6982+0.528 * 0.8243+0.404 * 1.127+0.892 * 1.2773+0.115 * 1.0572
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.032+4.679 * -0.073563-0.327 * 0.8917
=-2.86

* 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 (Jun26) TTM:Last Year (Jun25) TTM:
Total Receivables was NT$198 Mil.
Revenue was 452.321 + 676.975 + 995.406 + 3307.689 = NT$5,432 Mil.
Gross Profit was 118.954 + 221.94 + 341.165 + 1169.374 = NT$1,851 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$13,110 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$13,826 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$49 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$27 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$504 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$4,365 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$3,782 Mil.
Net Income was 48.184 + 127.886 + 143.85 + 770.607 = NT$1,091 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = NT$0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -168.179 + -111.451 + 429.941 + 1957.332 = NT$2,108 Mil.
Total Receivables was NT$222 Mil.
Revenue was 401.044 + 747.945 + 2613.81 + 490.337 = NT$4,253 Mil.
Gross Profit was 91.647 + 202.617 + 804.357 + 96.275 = NT$1,195 Mil.
Total Current Assets was NT$14,942 Mil.
Total Assets was NT$15,665 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was NT$51 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was NT$30 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was NT$382 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was NT$5,408 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was NT$4,944 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)
=(197.627 / 5432.391) / (221.602 / 4253.136)
=0.036379 / 0.052103
=0.6982

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)
=(1194.896 / 4253.136) / (1851.433 / 5432.391)
=0.280945 / 0.340814
=0.8243

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 - (13109.994 + 48.811) / 13826.482) / (1 - (14942.393 + 51.07) / 15664.652)
=0.04829 / 0.042847
=1.127

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
=5432.391 / 4253.136
=1.2773

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))
=(30.343 / (30.343 + 51.07)) / (26.577 / (26.577 + 48.811))
=0.372705 / 0.352536
=1.0572

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)
=(503.73 / 5432.391) / (382.163 / 4253.136)
=0.092727 / 0.089854
=1.032

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)
=((3782.095 + 4365.341) / 13826.482) / ((4943.998 + 5408.123) / 15664.652)
=0.589263 / 0.660859
=0.8917

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
=(1090.527 - 0 - 2107.643) / 13826.482
=-0.073563

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.

Longda Construction & Development has a M-score of -2.86 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 -2.86 mean?
Longda Construction & Development (TPE:5519) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.86 as of Aug. 23, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Longda Construction & Development and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Longda Construction & Development ranks #390 out of 1707 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 22.8%.
Is Longda Construction & Development's Beneish M-Score too high?
Longda Construction & Development's current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. Based on the distribution chart, Longda Construction & Development ranks #390 out of 1707 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Longda Construction & Development has a GF Score™ of 95/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Longda Construction & Development's Beneish M-Score compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Longda Construction & Development ranks #390 out of 1707 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Longda Construction & Development in the top 23% 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 Construction company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Construction 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 Longda Construction & Development and its competitors. Longda Construction & Development's current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Longda Construction & Development stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Longda Construction & Development (TPE:5519) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$32.22, compared to a current price of NT$27.95 — trading 13.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. Longda Construction & Development's overall GF Score™ is 95/100 with 2 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 Longda Construction & Development (TPE:5519), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.86 as of Aug. 23, 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 Longda Construction & Development (TPE:5519) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Longda Construction & Development stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$27.95 is trading 13.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$32.22. GuruFocus considers Longda Construction & Development to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:5519:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.86
  • GF Value™: NT$32.22 vs. price of NT$27.95 (13.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 95/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:5519 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Longda Construction & Development Business Description

Address No. 380, Minquan 2nd Road, 18th Floor-1, Qianzhen District, Kaohsiung, TWN
Longda Construction & Development Corp is engaged in the integrated construction business of construction and civil engineering, as well as the development, leasing, and sale of residential housing and buildings. The group operates in two reportable segments namely Construction Division: This segment is responsible for comprehensive construction services, including building and civil engineering works. Property Development and Sales Division: This segment is responsible for the development, leasing, and sale of residential and commercial buildings. Geographically it's presence is in Taiwan and Japan regions.
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