Nova Wellness Group Bhd (XKLS:0201) Beneish M-Score: -2.80 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


XKLS:0201 Nova Wellness Group Bhd XKLS:0201
58 GF Score
Price RM0.34
GF Value RM0.52
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Nova Wellness Group Bhd Beneish M-Score?

Nova Wellness Group Bhd XKLS:0201 58 Beneish M-Score is -2.80 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0201 with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.52 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,849 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Nova Wellness Group Bhd ranks better than 73.17% 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 -2.8 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:0201' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.8   Med: -2.18   Max: 1.02
Current: -2.8

During the past 11 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Nova Wellness Group Bhd was 1.02. The lowest was -2.80. And the median was -2.18.


Nova Wellness Group Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nova Wellness Group 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.

Nova Wellness Group Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

Nova Wellness Group Bhd Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -1.80 -2.35 -1.84 -2.39 -2.45

Nova Wellness Group 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 -2.11 -2.45 -2.72 -2.80 -2.80

XKLS:0201 vs KHC, GIS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Nova Wellness Group 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.


Nova Wellness Group Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Nova Wellness Group Bhd's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Nova Wellness Group 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 Nova Wellness Group 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 * 0.935+0.528 * 0.9985+0.404 * 0.8829+0.892 * 1.0765+0.115 * 0.72
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9792+4.679 * -0.050241-0.327 * 1.0582
=-2.80

* 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 RM24.56 Mil.
Revenue was 12.993 + 11.49 + 12.489 + 10.312 = RM47.28 Mil.
Gross Profit was 6.156 + 5.973 + 7.364 + 5.906 = RM25.40 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM55.28 Mil.
Total Assets was RM114.35 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM52.57 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM3.74 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM13.94 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM4.01 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM0.00 Mil.
Net Income was 2.034 + 1.76 + 3.454 + 1.043 = RM8.29 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = RM0.00 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -0.107 + 4.885 + 5.535 + 3.723 = RM14.04 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM24.40 Mil.
Revenue was 11.826 + 11.364 + 10.64 + 10.094 = RM43.92 Mil.
Gross Profit was 6.378 + 6.129 + 5.932 + 5.119 = RM23.56 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM56.90 Mil.
Total Assets was RM117.17 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM52.72 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM2.65 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM13.22 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM3.89 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM0.00 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)
=(24.557 / 47.284) / (24.399 / 43.924)
=0.519351 / 0.555482
=0.935

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)
=(23.558 / 43.924) / (25.399 / 47.284)
=0.536335 / 0.537158
=0.9985

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 - (55.277 + 52.567) / 114.349) / (1 - (56.904 + 52.718) / 117.172)
=0.056887 / 0.064435
=0.8829

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
=47.284 / 43.924
=1.0765

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))
=(2.647 / (2.647 + 52.718)) / (3.739 / (3.739 + 52.567))
=0.04781 / 0.066405
=0.72

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)
=(13.939 / 47.284) / (13.224 / 43.924)
=0.294793 / 0.301065
=0.9792

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 + 4.012) / 114.349) / ((0 + 3.885) / 117.172)
=0.035086 / 0.033156
=1.0582

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
=(8.291 - 0 - 14.036) / 114.349
=-0.050241

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.

Nova Wellness Group Bhd has a M-score of -2.80 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 -2.80 mean?
Nova Wellness Group Bhd (XKLS:0201) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.80 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Nova Wellness Group Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Nova Wellness Group Bhd ranks #496 out of 1849 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 26.8%.
Is Nova Wellness Group Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
Nova Wellness Group Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.80. Based on the distribution chart, Nova Wellness Group Bhd ranks #496 out of 1849 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Nova Wellness Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nova Wellness Group Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Nova Wellness Group Bhd ranks #496 out of 1849 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Nova Wellness Group Bhd in the upper 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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 Nova Wellness Group Bhd and its competitors. Nova Wellness Group Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.80. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nova Wellness Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nova Wellness Group Bhd (XKLS:0201) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.52, compared to a current price of RM0.34 — trading 35.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.80. Nova Wellness Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 5 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 Nova Wellness Group Bhd (XKLS:0201), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.80 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 Nova Wellness Group Bhd (XKLS:0201) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nova Wellness Group Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.34 is trading 35.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.52. GuruFocus considers Nova Wellness Group Bhd to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0201:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.80
  • GF Value™: RM0.52 vs. price of RM0.34 (35.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0201 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Nova Wellness Group Bhd Business Description

Address Lot 708, Nova Avenue, Sepang, Sungai Pelek, SGR, MYS, 43950
Nova Wellness Group Bhd is engaged in the development, production, and sale of nutraceutical products and skincare products, and provides contract manufacturing of nutraceutical products. Natural Supplements, Nova Kids, Nutritional Products, Health Foods, Medical Nutrition, Personal Care, Personal Protection, Gift Of Health, and Aromatherapy. The company operates into two segments: the House-brand products segment and the Contract manufacturing and service segment. Maximum revenue is generated from the House-brand products segment.
58GF Score

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