Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:2836) Beneish M-Score: -2.49 (As of Jul. 17, 2026)

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XKLS:2836 Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd XKLS:2836
81 GF Score
Price RM16.10
GF Value RM19.38
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd Beneish M-Score?

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd XKLS:2836 -0.25% 81 Beneish M-Score is -2.49 as of Jul. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:2836 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of RM19.38 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 199 Beverages - Alcoholic companies, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd ranks worse than 58.29% 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 -2.49 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:2836' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.51   Med: -2.8   Max: -1.93
Current: -2.49

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd was -1.93. The lowest was -3.51. And the median was -2.80.


Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia 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.

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
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Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia 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 0.00 0.00 0.00 -2.49 0.00

XKLS:2836 vs BUD, STZ, TAP: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Beverages - Brewers subindustry, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia 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.


Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Beverages - Alcoholic Industry

For the Beverages - Alcoholic industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia 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 Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia 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 * 0.862+0.528 * 0.9618+0.404 * 1.3099+0.892 * 0.951+0.115 * 0.9023
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9425+4.679 * 0.00494-0.327 * 0.9033
=-2.49

* 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 RM288 Mil.
Revenue was RM2,260 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM809 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM512 Mil.
Total Assets was RM1,050 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM368 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM74 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM364 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM684 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM10 Mil.
Net Income was RM376 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was RM370 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM352 Mil.
Revenue was RM2,376 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM818 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM600 Mil.
Total Assets was RM1,133 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM393 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM70 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM406 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM821 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM9 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)
=(288.397 / 2259.954) / (351.811 / 2376.412)
=0.127612 / 0.148043
=0.862

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)
=(817.762 / 2376.412) / (808.55 / 2259.954)
=0.344116 / 0.357773
=0.9618

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 - (511.873 + 367.923) / 1050.253) / (1 - (599.884 + 393.074) / 1133.386)
=0.162301 / 0.123901
=1.3099

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
=2259.954 / 2376.412
=0.951

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))
=(70.122 / (70.122 + 393.074)) / (74.178 / (74.178 + 367.923))
=0.151387 / 0.167785
=0.9023

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)
=(363.939 / 2259.954) / (406.044 / 2376.412)
=0.161038 / 0.170864
=0.9425

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)
=((10.078 + 684.363) / 1050.253) / ((9.122 + 820.532) / 1133.386)
=0.661213 / 0.732014
=0.9033

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
=(375.637 - 0 - 370.449) / 1050.253
=0.00494

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.

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd has a M-score of -2.49 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 -2.49 mean?
Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:2836) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.49 as of Jul. 17, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd ranks #116 out of 199 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, placing it in the top 58.3%.
Is Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.49. Based on the distribution chart, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd ranks #116 out of 199 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to BUD and STZ?
According to the Beverages - Alcoholic industry distribution chart, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd ranks #116 out of 199 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd 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 Beverages - Alcoholic company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Beverages - Alcoholic 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 Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd and its competitors. Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:2836) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM19.38, compared to a current price of RM16.10 — trading 16.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.49. Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:2836), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.49 as of Jul. 17, 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 Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:2836) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM16.10 is trading 16.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM19.38. GuruFocus considers Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:2836:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.49
  • GF Value™: RM19.38 vs. price of RM16.10 (16.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:2836 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd Business Description

Address No. 55, Persiaran Selangor, Section 15, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40200
Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd produces and sells beer, stout, cider, shandy, and nonalcoholic malt beverages in Asia. The company produces its products in Malaysia, and nearly all sales are in Malaysia and Singapore. The company also exports products to Sri Lanka, Thailand, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Carlsberg is the company's flagship brand. Other brands include Kronenbourg 1664, Somersby Ciders, Asahi Dry, Royal Stout, Skol, Jolly Shandy, Nutrimalt, Connor's Stout Porter, and Corona Extra. The company has three segments: Malaysia, Singapore, and Others. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Malaysia segment, which includes manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages by entities in Malaysia.
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