Japan Electronic Materials (TSE:6855) Beneish M-Score: -2.13 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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TSE:6855 Japan Electronic Materials Corp TSE:6855
78 GF Score
Price 円7,080.00
GF Value 円3,404.82
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Japan Electronic Materials Beneish M-Score?

Japan Electronic Materials TSE:6855 -1.67% 78 Beneish M-Score is -2.13 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:6855 with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of 円3,404.82 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 987 Semiconductors companies, Japan Electronic Materials ranks worse than 66.16% 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 -2.13 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TSE:6855' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.76   Med: -2.43   Max: -1.12
Current: -2.13

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Japan Electronic Materials was -1.12. The lowest was -2.76. And the median was -2.43.


Japan Electronic Materials Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Japan Electronic Materials'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.

Japan Electronic Materials Beneish M-Score Chart

Japan Electronic Materials 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 -2.53 -2.70 -2.76 -1.93 -2.13

Japan Electronic Materials 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 -2.76 0.00 -1.93 0.00 -2.13

TSE:6855 vs AMAT, LRCX, KLAC: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials subindustry, Japan Electronic Materials'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.


Japan Electronic Materials Beneish M-Score vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Japan Electronic Materials's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Japan Electronic Materials's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Japan Electronic Materials 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 Japan Electronic Materials 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 * 0.8079+0.528 * 0.9047+0.404 * 1.7922+0.892 * 1.2324+0.115 * 1.0159
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.00525-0.327 * 0.7891
=-2.13

* 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10,609 Mil.
Revenue was 円29,366 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円12,883 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円43,566 Mil.
Total Assets was 円58,476 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円12,917 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円1,427 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円6,932 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円6,194 Mil.
Net Income was 円5,451 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 円5,758 Mil.
Total Receivables was 円10,656 Mil.
Revenue was 円23,829 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円9,458 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円28,463 Mil.
Total Assets was 円39,859 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円10,638 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円1,196 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円6,789 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円4,549 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)
=(10609 / 29366) / (10656 / 23829)
=0.361268 / 0.447186
=0.8079

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)
=(9458 / 23829) / (12883 / 29366)
=0.396911 / 0.438705
=0.9047

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 - (43566 + 12917) / 58476) / (1 - (28463 + 10638) / 39859)
=0.034082 / 0.019017
=1.7922

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
=29366 / 23829
=1.2324

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))
=(1196 / (1196 + 10638)) / (1427 / (1427 + 12917))
=0.101065 / 0.099484
=1.0159

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 / 29366) / (0 / 23829)
=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)
=((6194 + 6932) / 58476) / ((4549 + 6789) / 39859)
=0.224468 / 0.284453
=0.7891

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
=(5451 - 0 - 5758) / 58476
=-0.00525

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.

Japan Electronic Materials has a M-score of -2.13 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 -2.13 mean?
Japan Electronic Materials (TSE:6855) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.13 as of Jul. 14, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Japan Electronic Materials and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Japan Electronic Materials ranks #653 out of 987 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 66.2%.
Is Japan Electronic Materials' Beneish M-Score too high?
Japan Electronic Materials' current Beneish M-Score is -2.13. Based on the distribution chart, Japan Electronic Materials ranks #653 out of 987 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Japan Electronic Materials has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Japan Electronic Materials' Beneish M-Score compare to AMAT and LRCX?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Japan Electronic Materials ranks #653 out of 987 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Japan Electronic Materials 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Semiconductors 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 Japan Electronic Materials and its competitors. Japan Electronic Materials's current Beneish M-Score is -2.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Japan Electronic Materials stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Japan Electronic Materials (TSE:6855) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円3,404.82, compared to a current price of 円7,080.00 — trading 107.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.13. Japan Electronic Materials' overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 Japan Electronic Materials (TSE:6855), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.13 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 Japan Electronic Materials (TSE:6855) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Japan Electronic Materials stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円7,080.00 is trading 107.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円3,404.82. GuruFocus considers Japan Electronic Materials to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:6855:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.13
  • GF Value™: 円3,404.82 vs. price of 円7,080.00 (107.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:6855 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Japan Electronic Materials Business Description

Address 2-5-13 Nishinagasucho, Hyogo Prefecture, Amagasaki, JPN, 660-0805
Japan Electronic Materials Corp is engaged in the development, manufacture, and sale of semiconductor testing components and electron tube components in Japan. Its product portfolio comprises heaters and cathodes for receiving tubes and CRTs, filaments for fluorescent display tubes, directly heated cathodes, and probe cards, among others. The group's business segments are Semiconductor inspection parts related business, which derives maximum revenue, and Electron tube parts related business.
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