Hatsuho Shouji Co (TSE:7425) Beneish M-Score: -2.87 (As of Jul. 12, 2026)


TSE:7425 Hatsuho Shouji Co Ltd TSE:7425
79 GF Score
Price 円1,242.00
GF Value 円872.77
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Hatsuho Shouji Co Beneish M-Score?

Hatsuho Shouji Co TSE:7425 +1.14% 79 Beneish M-Score is -2.87 as of Jul. 12, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:7425 with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of 円872.77 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 587 Steel companies, Hatsuho Shouji Co ranks better than 75.13% 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 -2.87 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TSE:7425' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.87   Med: -2.51   Max: -1.98
Current: -2.87

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Hatsuho Shouji Co was -1.98. The lowest was -2.87. And the median was -2.51.


Hatsuho Shouji Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hatsuho Shouji 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.

Hatsuho Shouji Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Hatsuho Shouji 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 -2.55 -2.40 -2.47 -2.87

Hatsuho Shouji Co Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 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 -2.40 0.00 -2.47 0.00 -2.87

TSE:7425 vs NUE, STLD, RS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Hatsuho Shouji 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.


Hatsuho Shouji Co Beneish M-Score vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Hatsuho Shouji Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hatsuho Shouji 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 Hatsuho Shouji 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 * 0.8299+0.528 * 1.0122+0.404 * 0.9396+0.892 * 1.0177+0.115 * 1.0268
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8324+4.679 * -0.059691-0.327 * 0.962
=-2.87

* 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 円5,162 Mil.
Revenue was 円35,445 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円6,236 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円16,031 Mil.
Total Assets was 円22,377 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円4,651 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円161 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円461 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円10,462 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円197 Mil.
Net Income was 円832 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 円2,167 Mil.
Total Receivables was 円6,112 Mil.
Revenue was 円34,828 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円6,202 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円15,502 Mil.
Total Assets was 円21,872 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円4,606 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円163 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円545 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円10,293 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円538 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)
=(5162.229 / 35444.619) / (6111.75 / 34827.884)
=0.145642 / 0.175484
=0.8299

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)
=(6202.006 / 34827.884) / (6235.929 / 35444.619)
=0.178076 / 0.175934
=1.0122

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 - (16030.582 + 4650.51) / 22376.695) / (1 - (15501.938 + 4606.368) / 21872.164)
=0.075775 / 0.080644
=0.9396

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
=35444.619 / 34827.884
=1.0177

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))
=(163.48 / (163.48 + 4606.368)) / (160.583 / (160.583 + 4650.51))
=0.034274 / 0.033378
=1.0268

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)
=(461.361 / 35444.619) / (544.567 / 34827.884)
=0.013016 / 0.015636
=0.8324

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)
=((196.707 + 10462.052) / 22376.695) / ((537.574 + 10292.589) / 21872.164)
=0.476333 / 0.495157
=0.962

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
=(831.658 - 0 - 2167.337) / 22376.695
=-0.059691

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.

Hatsuho Shouji Co has a M-score of -2.87 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 -2.87 mean?
Hatsuho Shouji Co (TSE:7425) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.87 as of Jul. 12, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Hatsuho Shouji Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Hatsuho Shouji Co ranks #146 out of 587 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 24.9%.
Is Hatsuho Shouji Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Hatsuho Shouji Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.87. Based on the distribution chart, Hatsuho Shouji Co ranks #146 out of 587 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hatsuho Shouji Co has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hatsuho Shouji Co's Beneish M-Score compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Hatsuho Shouji Co ranks #146 out of 587 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Hatsuho Shouji Co in the top 25% 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 Steel company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Steel 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 Hatsuho Shouji Co and its competitors. Hatsuho Shouji Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hatsuho Shouji Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hatsuho Shouji Co (TSE:7425) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円872.77, compared to a current price of 円1,242.00 — trading 42.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.87. Hatsuho Shouji Co's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 Hatsuho Shouji Co (TSE:7425), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.87 as of Jul. 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 Hatsuho Shouji Co (TSE:7425) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hatsuho Shouji Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,242.00 is trading 42.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円872.77. GuruFocus considers Hatsuho Shouji Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:7425:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.87
  • GF Value™: 円872.77 vs. price of 円1,242.00 (42.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:7425 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hatsuho Shouji Co Business Description

Address 2-14-21 Nishiki Naka-ku, Nagoya-city, Aichi, JPN, 460-0003
Hatsuho Shouji Co Ltd is a Japan-based company engages in the sale of secondary steel products and non-ferrous metals. Its products include light-weight steel frames, wire mesh for concrete, sheet rock, car ports, and other construction materials.
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