Fuji Latex Co (TSE:5199) Beneish M-Score: -3.00 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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TSE:5199 Fuji Latex Co Ltd TSE:5199
51 GF Score
Price 円1,968.00
GF Value 円1,631.25
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Fuji Latex Co Beneish M-Score?

Fuji Latex Co TSE:5199 +0.61% 51 Beneish M-Score is -3.00 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:5199 with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,631.25 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,525 Chemicals companies, Fuji Latex Co ranks better than 85.31% 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 -3 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TSE:5199' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3   Med: -2.68   Max: -2.42
Current: -3

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Fuji Latex Co was -2.42. The lowest was -3.00. And the median was -2.68.


Fuji Latex Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Fuji Latex 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.

Fuji Latex Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Fuji Latex 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 -2.86 -2.71 -2.45 -2.70 -3.00

Fuji Latex Co Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 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 -2.45 0.00 -2.70 0.00 -3.00

TSE:5199 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Fuji Latex 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.


Fuji Latex Co Beneish M-Score vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Fuji Latex 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 Fuji Latex 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 * 0.7451+0.528 * 0.8173+0.404 * 1.2793+0.892 * 0.9444+0.115 * 0.956
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.054442-0.327 * 0.9623
=-3.00

* 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 円1,054 Mil.
Revenue was 円6,798 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円1,765 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円5,750 Mil.
Total Assets was 円10,270 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円4,074 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円290 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円4,576 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円1,528 Mil.
Net Income was 円64 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 円623 Mil.
Total Receivables was 円1,497 Mil.
Revenue was 円7,199 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円1,527 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円6,458 Mil.
Total Assets was 円11,056 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円4,223 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円286 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円4,812 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円2,016 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)
=(1053.673 / 6798.18) / (1497.38 / 7198.559)
=0.154993 / 0.208011
=0.7451

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)
=(1527.425 / 7198.559) / (1764.92 / 6798.18)
=0.212185 / 0.259617
=0.8173

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 - (5750.27 + 4073.52) / 10270.063) / (1 - (6457.945 + 4222.783) / 11056.289)
=0.043454 / 0.033968
=1.2793

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
=6798.18 / 7198.559
=0.9444

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))
=(286.18 / (286.18 + 4222.783)) / (289.657 / (289.657 + 4073.52))
=0.063469 / 0.066387
=0.956

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 / 6798.18) / (0 / 7198.559)
=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)
=((1528.25 + 4575.595) / 10270.063) / ((2016.265 + 4812.151) / 11056.289)
=0.594334 / 0.617605
=0.9623

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
=(63.636 - 0 - 622.755) / 10270.063
=-0.054442

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.

Fuji Latex Co has a M-score of -3.00 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 -3.00 mean?
Fuji Latex Co (TSE:5199) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.00 as of Jul. 14, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Fuji Latex Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Fuji Latex Co ranks #224 out of 1525 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 14.7%.
Is Fuji Latex Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Fuji Latex Co's current Beneish M-Score is -3.00. Based on the distribution chart, Fuji Latex Co ranks #224 out of 1525 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Fuji Latex Co has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Fuji Latex Co's Beneish M-Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Fuji Latex Co ranks #224 out of 1525 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Fuji Latex Co in the top 15% 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 Fuji Latex Co and its competitors. Fuji Latex Co's current Beneish M-Score is -3.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Fuji Latex Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fuji Latex Co (TSE:5199) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,631.25, compared to a current price of 円1,968.00 — trading 20.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.00. Fuji Latex Co's overall GF Score™ is 51/100 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 Fuji Latex Co (TSE:5199), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.00 as of Jul. 14, 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 Fuji Latex Co (TSE:5199) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fuji Latex Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,968.00 is trading 20.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,631.25. GuruFocus considers Fuji Latex Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:5199:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.00
  • GF Value™: 円1,631.25 vs. price of 円1,968.00 (20.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5199 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Fuji Latex Co Business Description

Address 3-19-1 Kanda Nishiki-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 101 0054
Fuji Latex Co Ltd is a Japan-based company engaged in manufacturing and selling rubber products and precision equipment. The product portfolio of the company includes medical rubber products, buffers, healthcare products, balloons, food rubber containers, and others.
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