Iris Bhd (XKLS:0010) Beneish M-Score: -2.81 (As of Jul. 12, 2026)


XKLS:0010 Iris Corp Bhd XKLS:0010
41 GF Score
Price RM0.23
GF Value RM0.17
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Iris Bhd Beneish M-Score?

Iris Bhd XKLS:0010 41 Beneish M-Score is -2.81 as of Jul. 12, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0010 with a GF Score™ of 41/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.17 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,913 Industrial Products companies, Iris Bhd ranks better than 79.57% 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 -2.81 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:0010' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.64   Med: -2.6   Max: -1.45
Current: -2.81

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Iris Bhd was -1.45. The lowest was -3.64. And the median was -2.60.


Iris Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Iris Bhd'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.

Iris Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

Iris Bhd Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -1.72 -2.55 -1.45 -2.45 -2.81

Iris Bhd 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 -2.45 -2.47 -2.50 -2.58 -2.81

Iris Bhd Beneish M-Score Competitor Comparison

For the Business Equipment & Supplies subindustry, Iris Bhd'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.


Iris Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Iris Bhd's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Iris Bhd 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 Iris Bhd 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 * 1.1689+0.528 * 1.0684+0.404 * 1.0001+0.892 * 0.7586+0.115 * 0.9313
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.3104+4.679 * -0.05223-0.327 * 1.0032
=-2.81

* 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 RM211.7 Mil.
Revenue was 21.172 + 33.601 + 49.894 + 62.994 = RM167.7 Mil.
Gross Profit was 7.088 + 11.602 + 16.782 + 17.354 = RM52.8 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM427.8 Mil.
Total Assets was RM592.1 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM73.2 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM4.4 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM53.5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM203.5 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM0.0 Mil.
Net Income was -13.994 + 0.962 + 3.978 + 5.436 = RM-3.6 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = RM0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 14.549 + -0.639 + 15.78 + -2.384 = RM27.3 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM238.7 Mil.
Revenue was 42.153 + 56.759 + 40.502 + 81.587 = RM221.0 Mil.
Gross Profit was 21.959 + 17.767 + 12.449 + 22.223 = RM74.4 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM433.4 Mil.
Total Assets was RM602.4 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM76.4 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM4.2 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM53.8 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM206.4 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM0.0 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)
=(211.669 / 167.661) / (238.695 / 221.001)
=1.262482 / 1.080063
=1.1689

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)
=(74.398 / 221.001) / (52.826 / 167.661)
=0.336641 / 0.315076
=1.0684

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 - (427.843 + 73.198) / 592.077) / (1 - (433.357 + 76.439) / 602.41)
=0.153757 / 0.153739
=1.0001

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
=167.661 / 221.001
=0.7586

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))
=(4.214 / (4.214 + 76.439)) / (4.351 / (4.351 + 73.198))
=0.052249 / 0.056106
=0.9313

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)
=(53.46 / 167.661) / (53.775 / 221.001)
=0.318858 / 0.243325
=1.3104

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)
=((0 + 203.511) / 592.077) / ((0 + 206.411) / 602.41)
=0.343724 / 0.342642
=1.0032

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
=(-3.618 - 0 - 27.306) / 592.077
=-0.05223

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.

Iris Bhd has a M-score of -2.81 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 -2.81 mean?
Iris Bhd (XKLS:0010) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.81 as of Jul. 12, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Iris Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Iris Bhd ranks #595 out of 2913 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 20.4%.
Is Iris Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
Iris Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.81. Based on the distribution chart, Iris Bhd ranks #595 out of 2913 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Iris Bhd has a GF Score™ of 41/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Iris Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to competitors?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Iris Bhd ranks #595 out of 2913 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Iris Bhd in the top 20% 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 an Industrial Products company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Industrial Products 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 Iris Bhd and its competitors. Iris Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Iris Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Iris Bhd (XKLS:0010) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.17, compared to a current price of RM0.23 — trading 35.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.81. Iris Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 41/100 with 3 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 Iris Bhd (XKLS:0010), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.81 as of Jul. 12, 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 Iris Bhd (XKLS:0010) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Iris Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM0.23 is trading 35.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.17. GuruFocus considers Iris Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0010:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.81
  • GF Value™: RM0.17 vs. price of RM0.23 (35.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 41/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0010 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Iris Bhd Business Description

Address IRIS Smart Tech Complex, Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 57000
Iris Corp Bhd is engaged in operations of segments such as the Trusted Identification, and Sustainable Development division. It generates maximum revenue from the Trusted identification division segment. The trusted identification division segment includes e-passports, e-identification cards, banking cards, transportation, and other related Trusted Identification devices, equipment, and services. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from Africa and also has a presence in Malaysia, Asia Pacific, Oceania, and North America.
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