Kowa Co (TSE:7807) Beneish M-Score: -2.86 (As of Jul. 12, 2026)


TSE:7807 Kowa Co Ltd TSE:7807
78 GF Score
Price 円816.00
GF Value 円1,080.90
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Kowa Co Beneish M-Score?

Kowa Co TSE:7807 78 Beneish M-Score is -2.86 as of Jul. 12, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:7807 with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,080.90 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 416 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances companies, Kowa Co ranks better than 76.44% 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 Kowa Co's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

TSE:7807' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.86   Med: -2.56   Max: -2.23
Current: -2.86

During the past 11 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Kowa Co was -2.23. The lowest was -2.86. And the median was -2.56.


Kowa Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kowa 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.

Kowa Co Beneish M-Score Chart

Kowa Co Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.44 -2.40 -2.56 -2.82 -2.86

Kowa Co Semi-Annual Data
Feb16 Feb17 Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Feb20 Aug20 Feb21 Aug21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
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 -2.56 0.00 -2.82 0.00 -2.86

TSE:7807 vs SN, SGI, MHK: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances subindustry, Kowa 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.


Kowa Co Beneish M-Score vs Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances Industry

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Kowa Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Kowa 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 Kowa 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 * 1.0106+0.528 * 1.0027+0.404 * 0.4039+0.892 * 1.0041+0.115 * 1.0787
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.05043-0.327 * 0.772
=-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 (Feb26) TTM:Last Year (Feb25) TTM:
Total Receivables was 円869 Mil.
Revenue was 円6,394 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円2,829 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円4,075 Mil.
Total Assets was 円5,078 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円909 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円230 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円1,308 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円153 Mil.
Net Income was 円427 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 円683 Mil.
Total Receivables was 円856 Mil.
Revenue was 円6,368 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円2,825 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円3,849 Mil.
Total Assets was 円4,888 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円813 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円227 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円1,819 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円3 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)
=(868.743 / 6394.414) / (856.126 / 6368.477)
=0.13586 / 0.134432
=1.0106

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)
=(2824.614 / 6368.477) / (2828.509 / 6394.414)
=0.443531 / 0.442341
=1.0027

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 - (4074.63 + 908.506) / 5077.926) / (1 - (3849.238 + 812.898) / 4888.061)
=0.018667 / 0.04622
=0.4039

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
=6394.414 / 6368.477
=1.0041

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))
=(226.921 / (226.921 + 812.898)) / (230.417 / (230.417 + 908.506))
=0.218231 / 0.202311
=1.0787

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 / 6394.414) / (0 / 6368.477)
=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)
=((152.95 + 1307.552) / 5077.926) / ((2.51 + 1818.561) / 4888.061)
=0.287618 / 0.372555
=0.772

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
=(427.358 - 0 - 683.436) / 5077.926
=-0.05043

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.

Kowa Co 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?
Kowa Co (TSE:7807) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.86 as of Jul. 12, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Kowa Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Kowa Co ranks #98 out of 416 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, placing it in the top 23.6%.
Is Kowa Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Kowa Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. Based on the distribution chart, Kowa Co ranks #98 out of 416 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kowa Co has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kowa Co's Beneish M-Score compare to SN and SGI?
According to the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry distribution chart, Kowa Co ranks #98 out of 416 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Kowa Co in the top 24% 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 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances 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 Kowa Co and its competitors. Kowa Co'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 Kowa Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kowa Co (TSE:7807) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,080.90, compared to a current price of 円816.00 — trading 24.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.86. Kowa Co's 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 Kowa Co (TSE:7807), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.86 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 Kowa Co (TSE:7807) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kowa Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円816.00 is trading 24.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,080.90. GuruFocus considers Kowa Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:7807:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.86
  • GF Value™: 円1,080.90 vs. price of 円816.00 (24.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:7807 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kowa Co Business Description

Address 3-159-1, Kaisan-cho, Sakai-ku, Sakai-shi, Osaka, JPN, 590-0982
Kowa Co Ltd is a Japan-based company engaged in manufacture and sale of welfare equipment. The company is involved in the production and sales of welfare nursing care products including walking cars and walking aids or walk assistance carts, silver cars, handrails, walking canes, bath related products, toilet-related products and life-support products. It supplies its products mainly to chain stores, wholesale trading companies for welfare equipment, national welfare equipment lease companies, department stores, mail-order companies and others.
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