Sanyei (TSE:8119) Beneish M-Score: -2.31 (As of Jul. 17, 2026)

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TSE:8119 Sanyei Corp TSE:8119
66 GF Score
Price 円788.00
GF Value 円741.42
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Sanyei Beneish M-Score?

Sanyei TSE:8119 -0.63% 66 Beneish M-Score is -2.31 as of Jul. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:8119 with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of 円741.42 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 417 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances companies, Sanyei ranks worse than 69.3% 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 -2.31 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TSE:8119' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.47   Med: -2.49   Max: -1.94
Current: -2.31

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Sanyei was -1.94. The lowest was -3.47. And the median was -2.49.


Sanyei Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sanyei'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.

Sanyei Beneish M-Score Chart

Sanyei 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 -2.43 -2.60 -1.94 -3.14 -2.31

Sanyei 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 -1.94 0.00 -3.14 0.00 -2.31

TSE:8119 vs SN, SGI, MHK: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances subindustry, Sanyei'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.


Sanyei Beneish M-Score vs Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances Industry

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

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


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Sanyei 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 Sanyei 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 * 1.0914+0.528 * 1.082+0.404 * 1.3173+0.892 * 0.9115+0.115 * 1.1866
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0231+4.679 * -0.012916-0.327 * 0.8749
=-2.31

* 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4,173 Mil.
Revenue was 円36,332 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円8,673 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円16,368 Mil.
Total Assets was 円24,648 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円1,498 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円193 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円7,646 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円6,721 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円1,188 Mil.
Net Income was 円568 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 円887 Mil.
Total Receivables was 円4,195 Mil.
Revenue was 円39,862 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円10,296 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円17,205 Mil.
Total Assets was 円23,708 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円1,551 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円243 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円8,200 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円8,108 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円586 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)
=(4172.976 / 36332.19) / (4194.916 / 39861.723)
=0.114856 / 0.105237
=1.0914

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)
=(10296.461 / 39861.723) / (8673.141 / 36332.19)
=0.258304 / 0.238718
=1.082

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 - (16368.213 + 1497.773) / 24647.871) / (1 - (17204.84 + 1551.285) / 23707.967)
=0.275151 / 0.208868
=1.3173

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
=36332.19 / 39861.723
=0.9115

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))
=(243.128 / (243.128 + 1551.285)) / (193.07 / (193.07 + 1497.773))
=0.135492 / 0.114186
=1.1866

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)
=(7646.233 / 36332.19) / (8199.599 / 39861.723)
=0.210453 / 0.205701
=1.0231

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)
=((1187.707 + 6720.595) / 24647.871) / ((585.791 + 8108.227) / 23707.967)
=0.320851 / 0.366713
=0.8749

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
=(568.412 - 0 - 886.774) / 24647.871
=-0.012916

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.

Sanyei has a M-score of -2.31 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 -2.31 mean?
Sanyei (TSE:8119) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.31 as of Jul. 17, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Sanyei and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Sanyei ranks #289 out of 417 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, placing it in the top 69.3%.
Is Sanyei's Beneish M-Score too high?
Sanyei's current Beneish M-Score is -2.31. Based on the distribution chart, Sanyei ranks #289 out of 417 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sanyei has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sanyei's Beneish M-Score compare to SN and SGI?
According to the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry distribution chart, Sanyei ranks #289 out of 417 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Sanyei 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 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 Sanyei and its competitors. Sanyei's current Beneish M-Score is -2.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sanyei stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanyei (TSE:8119) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円741.42, compared to a current price of 円788.00 — trading 6.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.31. Sanyei's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Sanyei (TSE:8119), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.31 as of Jul. 17, 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 Sanyei (TSE:8119) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanyei stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円788.00 is trading 6.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円741.42. GuruFocus considers Sanyei to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:8119:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.31
  • GF Value™: 円741.42 vs. price of 円788.00 (6.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:8119 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sanyei Business Description

Address 4-1-2 Kotobuki, Saneiju Building, Taito-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 111-8682
Sanyei Corp is engaged in the export of household goods to a range of retailers, importers, distributors, and OEM manufacturers. The product of the company includes furniture, household goods, fashion accessories, consumer electronics, and related products.
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