GreenPower Motor Co (TSXV:GPV) Beneish M-Score: -4.95 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


TSXV:GPV GreenPower Motor Co Inc TSXV:GPV
28 GF Score
Price C$2.10
GF Value C$8.40
! 11 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is GreenPower Motor Co Beneish M-Score?

GreenPower Motor Co TSXV:GPV -7.89% 28 Beneish M-Score is -4.95 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSXV:GPV with a GF Score™ of 28/100 and a GF Value™ of C$8.40. The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 205 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, GreenPower Motor Co ranks better than 98.05% 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 -4.95 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

TSXV:GPV' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -5.72   Med: -2.32   Max: 185.06
Current: -4.95

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of GreenPower Motor Co was 185.06. The lowest was -5.72. And the median was -2.32.


GreenPower Motor Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for GreenPower Motor Co'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.

GreenPower Motor Co Beneish M-Score Chart

GreenPower Motor Co Annual Data
Trend Mar16 Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 2.21 -3.09 -1.27 -4.86 -5.72

GreenPower Motor Co Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25
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 -4.44 -5.72 -5.69 -5.08 -4.95

TSXV:GPV vs HYFM, UGRO, CLEV: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, GreenPower Motor Co'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.


GreenPower Motor Co Beneish M-Score vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, GreenPower Motor Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSXV:GPV
28GF Score
GreenPower Motor Co Inc TSXV:GPV
Beneish M-Score is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

GreenPower Motor Co 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 GreenPower Motor Co 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 * 0.0866+0.528 * 0.1698+0.404 * 1.0178+0.892 * 0.8213+0.115 * 1.1891
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9082+4.679 * -0.197106-0.327 * 1.5495
=-4.98

* 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 (Dec25) TTM:Last Year (Dec24) TTM:
Total Receivables was C$0.19 Mil.
Revenue was 11.719 + 3.445 + 2.117 + 6.15 = C$23.43 Mil.
Gross Profit was 10.097 + 0.379 + 0.495 + 0.662 = C$11.63 Mil.
Total Current Assets was C$34.05 Mil.
Total Assets was C$42.44 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was C$7.77 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was C$2.06 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was C$17.47 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was C$26.10 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was C$18.23 Mil.
Net Income was 5.813 + -4.971 + -5.691 + -5.504 = C$-10.35 Mil.
Non Operating Income was -0.001 + -0.073 + -0.01 + 2.001 = C$1.92 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -1.672 + 0.237 + -1.923 + -0.547 = C$-3.91 Mil.
Total Receivables was C$2.62 Mil.
Revenue was 10.285 + 7.243 + 4.107 + 6.894 = C$28.53 Mil.
Gross Profit was 1.502 + 0.623 + 0.304 + -0.024 = C$2.41 Mil.
Total Current Assets was C$45.07 Mil.
Total Assets was C$53.24 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was C$7.41 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was C$2.45 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was C$23.43 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was C$26.78 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was C$9.11 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)
=(0.186 / 23.431) / (2.616 / 28.529)
=0.007938 / 0.091696
=0.0866

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)
=(2.405 / 28.529) / (11.633 / 23.431)
=0.0843 / 0.496479
=0.1698

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 - (34.053 + 7.771) / 42.439) / (1 - (45.072 + 7.407) / 53.237)
=0.014491 / 0.014238
=1.0178

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
=23.431 / 28.529
=0.8213

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))
=(2.453 / (2.453 + 7.407)) / (2.056 / (2.056 + 7.771))
=0.248783 / 0.209219
=1.1891

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)
=(17.473 / 23.431) / (23.425 / 28.529)
=0.745721 / 0.821094
=0.9082

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)
=((18.234 + 26.104) / 42.439) / ((9.112 + 26.784) / 53.237)
=1.044747 / 0.674268
=1.5495

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
=(-10.353 - 1.917 - -3.905) / 42.439
=-0.197106

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.

GreenPower Motor Co has a M-score of -4.98 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 -4.95 mean?
GreenPower Motor Co (TSXV:GPV) has a Beneish M-Score of -4.95 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on GreenPower Motor Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, GreenPower Motor Co ranks #4 out of 205 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, placing it in the top 2%.
Is GreenPower Motor Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
GreenPower Motor Co's current Beneish M-Score is -4.95. Based on the distribution chart, GreenPower Motor Co ranks #4 out of 205 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, GreenPower Motor Co has a GF Score™ of 28/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does GreenPower Motor Co's Beneish M-Score compare to HYFM and UGRO?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, GreenPower Motor Co ranks #4 out of 205 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places GreenPower Motor Co in the top 2% 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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery 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 GreenPower Motor Co and its competitors. GreenPower Motor Co's current Beneish M-Score is -4.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is GreenPower Motor Co stock overvalued right now?
GreenPower Motor Co (TSXV:GPV) has a current Beneish M-Score of -4.95. The stock's GF Value™ is C$8.40, compared to a current price of C$2.10 — trading 75% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -4.95. GreenPower Motor Co's overall GF Score™ is 28/100 with 11 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 GreenPower Motor Co (TSXV:GPV), the current Beneish M-Score is -4.95 as of Jun. 26, 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 GreenPower Motor Co (TSXV:GPV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GreenPower Motor Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of C$2.10 is trading 75% below its estimated GF Value™ of C$8.40.

Key valuation signals for TSXV:GPV:

  • Beneish M-Score: -4.95
  • GF Value™: C$8.40 vs. price of C$2.10 (75% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 28/100 with 11 warning signs

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


GreenPower Motor Co Business Description

Other Exchanges GP:USAGRT:Germany
Address 209 Carrall Street, Suite 240, Vancouver, BC, CAN, V6B 2J2
GreenPower Motor Co Inc is the manufacturer and distributor of all-electric charter, school, and city buses. The company offers electric-powered transit buses deploying electric drive and battery technologies with a lightweight chassis and low-floor body. Its product line includes all-electric transit buses, all-electric school buses, and shuttle buses. The company's buses depend on clean sheet design and utilize a custom battery management system and a proprietary flex power system for the drive motors. Geographically, the company generates a majority of its revenue from the United States of America and the rest from Canada.
28GF Score

Get the complete analysis for TSXV:GPV

Beneish M-Score is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

C$2.10
Price
C$8.40
GF Value