Currency Exchange International (TSX:CXI) Beneish M-Score: -3.41 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


TSX:CXI Currency Exchange International Corp TSX:CXI
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Price C$30.50
GF Value C$26.88
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Currency Exchange International Beneish M-Score?

Currency Exchange International TSX:CXI +1.67% 80 Beneish M-Score is -3.41 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSX:CXI with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of C$26.88 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 702 Capital Markets companies, Currency Exchange International ranks better than 89.03% 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 -3.41 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TSX:CXI' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.67   Med: -2.49   Max: 0.79
Current: -3.41

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Currency Exchange International was 0.79. The lowest was -4.67. And the median was -2.49.


Currency Exchange International Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Currency Exchange International'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.

Currency Exchange International Beneish M-Score Chart

Currency Exchange International Annual Data
Trend Oct16 Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.23 -2.61 -1.70 -3.99 -3.12

Currency Exchange International Quarterly Data
Apr21 Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26
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 -2.51 -2.86 -2.18 -3.12 -3.41

TSX:CXI vs BMHL, NAKA, SRL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, Currency Exchange International'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.


Currency Exchange International Beneish M-Score vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Currency Exchange International's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Currency Exchange International 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 Currency Exchange International 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 * 0.4175+0.528 * 1.0192+0.404 * 1.0446+0.892 * 1.0303+0.115 * 0.8658
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0191+4.679 * -0.110345-0.327 * 0.8288
=-3.44

* 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 (Jan26) TTM:Last Year (Jan25) TTM:
Total Receivables was C$5.2 Mil.
Revenue was 21.235 + 27.765 + 29.139 + 22.181 = C$100.3 Mil.
Gross Profit was 10.75 + 18.093 + 18.711 + 12.064 = C$59.6 Mil.
Total Current Assets was C$148.7 Mil.
Total Assets was C$164.4 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was C$9.9 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was C$4.9 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was C$20.9 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was C$40.3 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was C$6.3 Mil.
Net Income was 2.101 + 4.585 + 5.812 + 2.772 = C$15.3 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0.935 + -0.694 + -0.344 + 0.761 = C$0.7 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 1.699 + 5.04 + 12.631 + 13.383 = C$32.8 Mil.
Total Receivables was C$12.1 Mil.
Revenue was 22.232 + 25.395 + 27.375 + 22.369 = C$97.4 Mil.
Gross Profit was 12.057 + 15.984 + 17.518 + 13.417 = C$59.0 Mil.
Total Current Assets was C$158.2 Mil.
Total Assets was C$177.2 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was C$12.9 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was C$5.2 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was C$19.9 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was C$52.2 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was C$8.4 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)
=(5.188 / 100.32) / (12.061 / 97.371)
=0.051715 / 0.123866
=0.4175

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)
=(58.976 / 97.371) / (59.618 / 100.32)
=0.605683 / 0.594278
=1.0192

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 - (148.687 + 9.868) / 164.402) / (1 - (158.183 + 12.936) / 177.15)
=0.035565 / 0.034045
=1.0446

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
=100.32 / 97.371
=1.0303

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))
=(5.222 / (5.222 + 12.936)) / (4.908 / (4.908 + 9.868))
=0.287587 / 0.33216
=0.8658

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)
=(20.876 / 100.32) / (19.883 / 97.371)
=0.208094 / 0.204198
=1.0191

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)
=((6.342 + 40.294) / 164.402) / ((8.406 + 52.229) / 177.15)
=0.283671 / 0.342281
=0.8288

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
=(15.27 - 0.658 - 32.753) / 164.402
=-0.110345

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.

Currency Exchange International has a M-score of -3.44 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 -3.41 mean?
Currency Exchange International (TSX:CXI) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.41 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Currency Exchange International and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Currency Exchange International ranks #77 out of 702 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 11%.
Is Currency Exchange International's Beneish M-Score too high?
Currency Exchange International's current Beneish M-Score is -3.41. Based on the distribution chart, Currency Exchange International ranks #77 out of 702 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Currency Exchange International has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Currency Exchange International's Beneish M-Score compare to BMHL and NAKA?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Currency Exchange International ranks #77 out of 702 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Currency Exchange International in the top 11% 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 a Capital Markets company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Capital Markets 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 Currency Exchange International and its competitors. Currency Exchange International's current Beneish M-Score is -3.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Currency Exchange International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Currency Exchange International (TSX:CXI) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$26.88, compared to a current price of C$30.50 — trading 13.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.41. Currency Exchange International's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 4 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 Currency Exchange International (TSX:CXI), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.41 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 Currency Exchange International (TSX:CXI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Currency Exchange International stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of C$30.50 is trading 13.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$26.88. GuruFocus considers Currency Exchange International to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSX:CXI:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.41
  • GF Value™: C$26.88 vs. price of C$30.50 (13.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Currency Exchange International Business Description

Other Exchanges CURN:USA
Address 6649 Westwood Boulevard, Suite 250, Orlando, FL, USA, 32821
Currency Exchange International Corp operates as a money services and payments business, providing currency exchange, wire transfer, and cheque-cashing services at its locations in the United States. The Company has determined that it has three operating segments within its continuing operations: CXI Wholesale Banknotes, CXI Payments, and CXI Direct-to-Consumer. The Company earns maximum revenue from wholesale banknotes.
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