China Gold International Resources (TSX:CGG) Beneish M-Score: -0.03 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


TSX:CGG China Gold International Resources Corp Ltd TSX:CGG
76 GF Score
Price C$23.96
GF Value C$21.23
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is China Gold International Resources Beneish M-Score?

China Gold International Resources TSX:CGG -8.13% 76 Beneish M-Score is -0.03 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSX:CGG with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of C$21.23 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 685 Metals & Mining companies, China Gold International Resources ranks worse than 86.86% 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.

Warning Sign:

Beneish M-Score -0.03 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

TSX:CGG' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -13.34   Med: -2.5   Max: 2.95
Current: -0.03

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of China Gold International Resources was 2.95. The lowest was -13.34. And the median was -2.50.


China Gold International Resources Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for China Gold International Resources'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.

China Gold International Resources Beneish M-Score Chart

China Gold International Resources 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 -2.90 -3.33 1.40 -3.02 -2.31

China Gold International Resources 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 -1.84 -1.82 -2.11 -2.31 -0.03

TSX:CGG vs HL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Other Precious Metals & Mining subindustry, China Gold International Resources'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.


China Gold International Resources Beneish M-Score vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, China Gold International Resources's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where China Gold International Resources's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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China Gold International Resources 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 China Gold International Resources 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 * 0.8666+0.528 * 0.5636+0.404 * 7.2676+0.892 * 1.5095+0.115 * 1
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8172+4.679 * -0.056705-0.327 * 0.846
=-0.03

* 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$14 Mil.
Revenue was 621.795 + 530.741 + 477.309 + 419.975 = C$2,050 Mil.
Gross Profit was 399.089 + 286.377 + 270.329 + 215.722 = C$1,172 Mil.
Total Current Assets was C$1,775 Mil.
Total Assets was C$4,909 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was C$1,988 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was C$0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was C$76 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was C$873 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was C$418 Mil.
Net Income was 320.992 + 173.169 + 195.246 + 157.566 = C$847 Mil.
Non Operating Income was -3.381 + 9.04 + -24.957 + -3.919 = C$-23 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 368.661 + 193.712 + 324.703 + 261.493 = C$1,149 Mil.
Total Receivables was C$11 Mil.
Revenue was 392.057 + 418.245 + 344.855 + 202.772 = C$1,358 Mil.
Gross Profit was 166.574 + 172.155 + 60.79 + 37.911 = C$437 Mil.
Total Current Assets was C$1,114 Mil.
Total Assets was C$4,357 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was C$3,102 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was C$0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was C$62 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was C$501 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was C$854 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)
=(13.857 / 2049.82) / (10.593 / 1357.929)
=0.00676 / 0.007801
=0.8666

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)
=(437.43 / 1357.929) / (1171.517 / 2049.82)
=0.32213 / 0.571522
=0.5636

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 - (1775.49 + 1987.516) / 4909.285) / (1 - (1114.069 + 3102.482) / 4356.515)
=0.233492 / 0.032128
=7.2676

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
=2049.82 / 1357.929
=1.5095

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))
=(0 / (0 + 3102.482)) / (0 / (0 + 1987.516))
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=(76.253 / 2049.82) / (61.818 / 1357.929)
=0.0372 / 0.045524
=0.8172

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)
=((418.468 + 873.068) / 4909.285) / ((853.866 + 500.92) / 4356.515)
=0.26308 / 0.310979
=0.846

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
=(846.973 - -23.217 - 1148.569) / 4909.285
=-0.056705

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.

China Gold International Resources has a M-score of -0.03 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beneish M-Score →
What does a Beneish M-Score of -0.03 mean?
China Gold International Resources (TSX:CGG) has a Beneish M-Score of -0.03 as of Jun. 24, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on China Gold International Resources and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, China Gold International Resources ranks #595 out of 685 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 86.9%.
Is China Gold International Resources' Beneish M-Score too high?
China Gold International Resources' current Beneish M-Score is -0.03. Based on the distribution chart, China Gold International Resources ranks #595 out of 685 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, China Gold International Resources has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Gold International Resources' Beneish M-Score compare to HL?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, China Gold International Resources ranks #595 out of 685 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places China Gold International Resources 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 Metals & Mining company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Metals & Mining 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 China Gold International Resources and its competitors. China Gold International Resources's current Beneish M-Score is -0.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Gold International Resources stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Gold International Resources (TSX:CGG) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$21.23, compared to a current price of C$23.96 — trading 12.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -0.03. China Gold International Resources' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 China Gold International Resources (TSX:CGG), the current Beneish M-Score is -0.03 as of Jun. 24, 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 China Gold International Resources (TSX:CGG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Gold International Resources stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of C$23.96 is trading 12.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$21.23. GuruFocus considers China Gold International Resources to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSX:CGG:

  • Beneish M-Score: -0.03
  • GF Value™: C$21.23 vs. price of C$23.96 (12.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 2 warning signs

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


China Gold International Resources Business Description

Address 400 Burrard Street, Suite 1780, Commerce Place, Vancouver, BC, CAN, V6C 3A6
China Gold International Resources Corp Ltd is a company engaged in acquiring, developing, and mining mineral reserves in China. The company operates two producing mines in China: the CSH Gold Mine in Inner Mongolia Region, and the Jiama Copper-Polymetallic Mine in Tibet Region. Geographically, the Group's revenue is generated from gold sales and copper multi-products to customers in the PRC. It has two operating segments: The mine-produced gold segment consists of the production of gold dore bars through mining, metallurgical processing, production and selling of gold dore bars; and The mine-produced copper concentrate segment includes the production of copper concentrate including other by-products through mining, metallurgical processing, production and selling copper concentrate.
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