Takayoshi Holdings (TSE:9259) Beneish M-Score: -2.62 (As of Jul. 16, 2026)

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TSE:9259 Takayoshi Holdings Inc TSE:9259
80 GF Score
Price 円866.00
GF Value 円846.36
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Takayoshi Holdings Beneish M-Score?

Takayoshi Holdings TSE:9259 +1.76% 80 Beneish M-Score is -2.62 as of Jul. 16, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:9259 with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of 円846.36 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 294 Retail - Defensive companies, Takayoshi Holdings ranks better than 54.42% 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 -2.62 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TSE:9259' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.03   Med: -2.86   Max: -2.11
Current: -2.62

During the past 7 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Takayoshi Holdings was -2.11. The lowest was -3.03. And the median was -2.86.


Takayoshi Holdings Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Takayoshi Holdings'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.

Takayoshi Holdings Beneish M-Score Chart

Takayoshi Holdings Annual Data
Trend Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -2.86 -3.03 -2.11 -2.94 -2.62

Takayoshi Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Sep19 Sep20 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 0.00 -2.94 0.00 -2.62 0.00

TSE:9259 vs KR: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Grocery Stores subindustry, Takayoshi Holdings'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.


Takayoshi Holdings Beneish M-Score vs Retail - Defensive Industry

For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Takayoshi Holdings's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Takayoshi Holdings 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 Takayoshi Holdings 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 * 0.8994+0.528 * 1.0157+0.404 * 1.1549+0.892 * 1.0183+0.115 * 0.9404
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.048973-0.327 * 0.6901
=-2.62

* 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 (Sep25) TTM:Last Year (Sep24) TTM:
Total Receivables was 円1,084 Mil.
Revenue was 円7,982 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円7,532 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円2,894 Mil.
Total Assets was 円6,062 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円2,730 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円266 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円2,229 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円183 Mil.
Net Income was 円402 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 円699 Mil.
Total Receivables was 円1,183 Mil.
Revenue was 円7,839 Mil.
Gross Profit was 円7,513 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円4,308 Mil.
Total Assets was 円7,714 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was 円2,924 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was 円266 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was 円0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円3,337 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was 円1,112 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)
=(1083.614 / 7982.448) / (1183.18 / 7838.878)
=0.13575 / 0.150937
=0.8994

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)
=(7512.732 / 7838.878) / (7531.76 / 7982.448)
=0.958394 / 0.94354
=1.0157

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 - (2894.396 + 2729.972) / 6061.644) / (1 - (4307.602 + 2924.383) / 7713.788)
=0.072138 / 0.06246
=1.1549

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
=7982.448 / 7838.878
=1.0183

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))
=(266.136 / (266.136 + 2924.383)) / (265.709 / (265.709 + 2729.972))
=0.083415 / 0.088697
=0.9404

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 / 7982.448) / (0 / 7838.878)
=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)
=((183.346 + 2228.941) / 6061.644) / ((1111.934 + 3336.558) / 7713.788)
=0.397959 / 0.576694
=0.6901

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
=(401.999 - 0 - 698.858) / 6061.644
=-0.048973

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.

Takayoshi Holdings has a M-score of -2.62 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 -2.62 mean?
Takayoshi Holdings (TSE:9259) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.62 as of Jul. 16, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Takayoshi Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Takayoshi Holdings ranks #134 out of 294 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 45.6%.
Is Takayoshi Holdings' Beneish M-Score too high?
Takayoshi Holdings' current Beneish M-Score is -2.62. Based on the distribution chart, Takayoshi Holdings ranks #134 out of 294 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Takayoshi Holdings has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Takayoshi Holdings' Beneish M-Score compare to KR?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Takayoshi Holdings ranks #134 out of 294 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Takayoshi Holdings in the upper 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 Retail - Defensive company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Retail - Defensive 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 Takayoshi Holdings and its competitors. Takayoshi Holdings's current Beneish M-Score is -2.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Takayoshi Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Takayoshi Holdings (TSE:9259) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円846.36, compared to a current price of 円866.00 — trading 2.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.62. Takayoshi Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 Takayoshi Holdings (TSE:9259), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.62 as of Jul. 16, 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 Takayoshi Holdings (TSE:9259) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Takayoshi Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円866.00 is trading 2.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円846.36. GuruFocus considers Takayoshi Holdings to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9259:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.62
  • GF Value™: 円846.36 vs. price of 円866.00 (2.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9259 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Takayoshi Holdings Business Description

Address 1-3 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba Makuhari Techno Garden B Building 14th Floor, Chiba-shi, JPN, 261-8501
Takayoshi Holdings Inc operates food stores. It provides consignment sales system for local food producers such as farmers, restaurants and others. The company operates in Japan, Asia Pacific, Africa, America, China- East Asia.
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