Marvelous (TSE:7844) Beneish M-Score: -3.56 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


TSE:7844 Marvelous Inc TSE:7844
71 GF Score
Price 円423.00
GF Value 円744.89
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Marvelous Beneish M-Score?

Marvelous TSE:7844 -0.47% 71 Beneish M-Score is -3.56 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:7844 with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of 円744.89 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 532 Interactive Media companies, Marvelous ranks better than 81.95% 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 -3.56 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TSE:7844' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.56   Med: -2.67   Max: -2.17
Current: -3.56

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Marvelous was -2.17. The lowest was -3.56. And the median was -2.67.


Marvelous Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Marvelous'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.

Marvelous Beneish M-Score Chart

Marvelous 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 -2.23 -2.49 -2.83 -2.17 -3.56

Marvelous Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 -2.17 0.00 0.00 0.00 -3.56

TSE:7844 vs NTES, EA, TTWO: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Electronic Gaming & Multimedia subindustry, Marvelous'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.


Marvelous Beneish M-Score vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Marvelous's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Marvelous 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 Marvelous 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 * 0.7528+0.528 * 1.3009+0.404 * 0.9103+0.892 * 1.3583+0.115 * 0.6859
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.263306-0.327 * 1.071
=-3.56

* 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4,091 Mil.
Revenue was 円37,982 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円13,500 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円26,075 Mil.
Total Assets was 円35,510 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円2,543 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円2,784 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円7,572 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円0 Mil.
Net Income was 円1,994 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 円11,344 Mil.
Total Receivables was 円4,001 Mil.
Revenue was 円27,963 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円12,930 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円22,636 Mil.
Total Assets was 円32,903 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円3,252 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円1,817 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円6,551 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円0 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)
=(4091 / 37982) / (4001 / 27963)
=0.107709 / 0.143082
=0.7528

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)
=(12930 / 27963) / (13500 / 37982)
=0.462397 / 0.355432
=1.3009

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 - (26075 + 2543) / 35510) / (1 - (22636 + 3252) / 32903)
=0.194086 / 0.213202
=0.9103

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
=37982 / 27963
=1.3583

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))
=(1817 / (1817 + 3252)) / (2784 / (2784 + 2543))
=0.358453 / 0.522621
=0.6859

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 / 37982) / (0 / 27963)
=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)
=((0 + 7572) / 35510) / ((0 + 6551) / 32903)
=0.213236 / 0.1991
=1.071

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
=(1994 - 0 - 11344) / 35510
=-0.263306

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.

Marvelous has a M-score of -3.56 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 -3.56 mean?
Marvelous (TSE:7844) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.56 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Marvelous and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Marvelous ranks #96 out of 532 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 18%.
Is Marvelous' Beneish M-Score too high?
Marvelous' current Beneish M-Score is -3.56. Based on the distribution chart, Marvelous ranks #96 out of 532 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Marvelous has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Marvelous' Beneish M-Score compare to NTES and EA?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Marvelous ranks #96 out of 532 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Marvelous in the top 18% 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 an Interactive Media company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Interactive Media 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 Marvelous and its competitors. Marvelous's current Beneish M-Score is -3.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Marvelous stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Marvelous (TSE:7844) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円744.89, compared to a current price of 円423.00 — trading 43.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.56. Marvelous' overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 3 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 Marvelous (TSE:7844), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.56 as of Jun. 27, 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 Marvelous (TSE:7844) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Marvelous stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円423.00 is trading 43.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円744.89. GuruFocus considers Marvelous to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:7844:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.56
  • GF Value™: 円744.89 vs. price of 円423.00 (43.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:7844 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Marvelous Business Description

Address 4-12-8 Higashi-Shinagawa, 5 Floor, Shinagawa Seaside East Tower, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 140-0002
Marvelous Inc is a Japanese technology company that engages in planning, developing, and selling online games, consumer game software, and audio-visual content. The company's segments include online business, which develops and operates online games and applications, focusing on social games for social networking sites; consumer business, which develops and sells home game software and commercial equipment for amusement facilities; and music video business, which produces and operates music and video contents with a focus on animation.
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