CES Energy Solutions (TSX:CEU) Beneish M-Score: -2.67 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


TSX:CEU CES Energy Solutions Corp TSX:CEU
71 GF Score
Price C$16.65
GF Value C$9.26
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is CES Energy Solutions Beneish M-Score?

CES Energy Solutions TSX:CEU +2.02% 71 Beneish M-Score is -2.67 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSX:CEU with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of C$9.26 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 822 Oil & Gas companies, CES Energy Solutions ranks worse than 50.12% 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 -2.67 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TSX:CEU' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.31   Med: -2.63   Max: -1.16
Current: -2.67

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of CES Energy Solutions was -1.16. The lowest was -4.31. And the median was -2.63.


CES Energy Solutions Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for CES Energy Solutions'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.

CES Energy Solutions Beneish M-Score Chart

CES Energy Solutions 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 -1.43 -1.70 -3.11 -2.88 -2.62

CES Energy Solutions Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 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 -2.77 -2.62 -2.47 -2.62 -2.67

TSX:CEU vs SLB, BKR, HAL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Equipment & Services subindustry, CES Energy Solutions'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.


CES Energy Solutions Beneish M-Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, CES Energy Solutions's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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CES Energy Solutions 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 CES Energy Solutions 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 * 1.052+0.528 * 1.0174+0.404 * 1.0549+0.892 * 1.0608+0.115 * 0.8773
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0675+4.679 * -0.062354-0.327 * 1.0212
=-2.67

* 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 C$553 Mil.
Revenue was 681.506 + 664.509 + 623.221 + 573.991 = C$2,543 Mil.
Gross Profit was 161.639 + 161.881 + 148.288 + 134.5 = C$606 Mil.
Total Current Assets was C$1,062 Mil.
Total Assets was C$1,694 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was C$499 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was C$107 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was C$337 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was C$387 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was C$431 Mil.
Net Income was 50.262 + 68.298 + 40.489 + 51.834 = C$211 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0.019 + 22.152 + -0.08 + 0.055 = C$22 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 69.089 + 107.645 + 51.643 + 65.994 = C$294 Mil.
Total Receivables was C$496 Mil.
Revenue was 632.431 + 605.384 + 606.519 + 553.196 = C$2,398 Mil.
Gross Profit was 146.076 + 147.823 + 146.576 + 141.025 = C$582 Mil.
Total Current Assets was C$981 Mil.
Total Assets was C$1,594 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was C$493 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was C$91 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was C$298 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was C$336 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was C$417 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)
=(552.961 / 2543.227) / (495.535 / 2397.53)
=0.217425 / 0.206686
=1.052

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)
=(581.5 / 2397.53) / (606.308 / 2543.227)
=0.242541 / 0.238401
=1.0174

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 - (1061.592 + 498.639) / 1694.1) / (1 - (981.108 + 493.328) / 1593.828)
=0.079021 / 0.074909
=1.0549

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
=2543.227 / 2397.53
=1.0608

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))
=(90.752 / (90.752 + 493.328)) / (107.326 / (107.326 + 498.639))
=0.155376 / 0.177116
=0.8773

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)
=(337.378 / 2543.227) / (297.926 / 2397.53)
=0.132657 / 0.124264
=1.0675

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)
=((431.08 + 386.632) / 1694.1) / ((417.191 + 336.138) / 1593.828)
=0.482682 / 0.472654
=1.0212

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
=(210.883 - 22.146 - 294.371) / 1694.1
=-0.062354

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.

CES Energy Solutions has a M-score of -2.67 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 -2.67 mean?
CES Energy Solutions (TSX:CEU) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.67 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on CES Energy Solutions and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, CES Energy Solutions ranks #412 out of 822 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 50.1%.
Is CES Energy Solutions' Beneish M-Score too high?
CES Energy Solutions' current Beneish M-Score is -2.67. Based on the distribution chart, CES Energy Solutions ranks #412 out of 822 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, CES Energy Solutions has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CES Energy Solutions' Beneish M-Score compare to SLB and BKR?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, CES Energy Solutions ranks #412 out of 822 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places CES Energy Solutions 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 an Oil & Gas company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Oil & Gas 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 CES Energy Solutions and its competitors. CES Energy Solutions's current Beneish M-Score is -2.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CES Energy Solutions stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CES Energy Solutions (TSX:CEU) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$9.26, compared to a current price of C$16.65 — trading 79.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.67. CES Energy Solutions' overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 1 warning sign 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 CES Energy Solutions (TSX:CEU), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.67 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 CES Energy Solutions (TSX:CEU) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CES Energy Solutions stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of C$16.65 is trading 79.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$9.26. GuruFocus considers CES Energy Solutions to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSX:CEU:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.67
  • GF Value™: C$9.26 vs. price of C$16.65 (79.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 1 warning sign

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


CES Energy Solutions Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges CESDF:USA7C4:Germany
Address 332 - 6th Avenue S.W., Suite 1400, Calgary, AB, CAN, T2P 0B2
CES Energy Solutions Corp business is to design, implement, and manufacture consumable fluids and specialty chemicals for the North American oil and gas industry. This includes solutions at drill-bit, at point of completion and stimulation, at wellhead and pump-jack and to the pipeline and midstream market. Its geographical segments are the United States and Canada, of which the majority of its revenue comes from the United States.
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