Nestle Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:4707) Beneish M-Score: -3.00 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


XKLS:4707 Nestle Malaysia Bhd XKLS:4707
88 GF Score
Price RM95.84
GF Value RM116.82
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Nestle Malaysia Bhd Beneish M-Score?

Nestle Malaysia Bhd XKLS:4707 +0.23% 88 Beneish M-Score is -3.00 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:4707 with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of RM116.82 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,849 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Nestle Malaysia Bhd ranks better than 82.96% 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 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:4707' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.19   Med: -2.83   Max: -2.2
Current: -3

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Nestle Malaysia Bhd was -2.20. The lowest was -3.19. And the median was -2.83.


Nestle Malaysia Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nestle 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.

Nestle Malaysia Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

Nestle Malaysia Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -3.19 -2.20 -2.56 -2.79 -3.00

Nestle Malaysia Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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XKLS:4707 vs KHC, GIS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Nestle 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.


Nestle Malaysia Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

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

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


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Nestle 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 Nestle 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 * 1.0697+0.528 * 0.9975+0.404 * 0.9955+0.892 * 1.1054+0.115 * 0.9349
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9874+4.679 * -0.142829-0.327 * 0.9924
=-3.00

* 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 RM461 Mil.
Revenue was RM6,881 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM2,089 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM1,420 Mil.
Total Assets was RM3,647 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM1,967 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM227 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM1,274 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM2,730 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM134 Mil.
Net Income was RM513 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was RM1,034 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM390 Mil.
Revenue was RM6,225 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM1,885 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM1,321 Mil.
Total Assets was RM3,650 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM2,068 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM221 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM1,167 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM2,418 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM471 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)
=(461.335 / 6880.846) / (390.162 / 6224.745)
=0.067046 / 0.062679
=1.0697

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)
=(1884.797 / 6224.745) / (2088.633 / 6880.846)
=0.302791 / 0.303543
=0.9975

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 - (1420.325 + 1966.541) / 3646.7) / (1 - (1320.823 + 2067.687) / 3649.738)
=0.071252 / 0.071574
=0.9955

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
=6880.846 / 6224.745
=1.1054

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))
=(221.354 / (221.354 + 2067.687)) / (226.877 / (226.877 + 1966.541))
=0.096702 / 0.103435
=0.9349

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)
=(1274.052 / 6880.846) / (1167.248 / 6224.745)
=0.185159 / 0.187517
=0.9874

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)
=((134.471 + 2730.108) / 3646.7) / ((471.213 + 2417.587) / 3649.738)
=0.785526 / 0.791509
=0.9924

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
=(513.031 - 0 - 1033.885) / 3646.7
=-0.142829

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.

Nestle Malaysia Bhd has a M-score of -3.00 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 -3.00 mean?
Nestle Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:4707) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.00 as of Jun. 27, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Nestle Malaysia Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Nestle Malaysia Bhd ranks #315 out of 1849 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 17%.
Is Nestle Malaysia Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
Nestle Malaysia Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -3.00. Based on the distribution chart, Nestle Malaysia Bhd ranks #315 out of 1849 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Nestle Malaysia Bhd has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nestle Malaysia Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Nestle Malaysia Bhd ranks #315 out of 1849 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Nestle Malaysia Bhd in the top 17% 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 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 Nestle Malaysia Bhd and its competitors. Nestle Malaysia Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -3.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nestle Malaysia Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nestle Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:4707) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM116.82, compared to a current price of RM95.84 — trading 18% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.00. Nestle Malaysia Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 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 Nestle Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:4707), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.00 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 Nestle Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:4707) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nestle Malaysia Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM95.84 is trading 18% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM116.82. GuruFocus considers Nestle Malaysia Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:4707:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.00
  • GF Value™: RM116.82 vs. price of RM95.84 (18% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:4707 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Nestle Malaysia Bhd Business Description

Other Exchanges NSLYF:USA
Address No. 1, Persiaran Bandar Utama, Level 22, 1 Powerhouse, Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 47800
Nestle Malaysia Bhd is a Malaysian investment holding company owned by Nestle. The business activities of the group are functioned through Food and beverages and Others segments which include Nutrition, Nestle Professional, Nestle Health Science and NESPRESSO. The Food and Beverages segment derives maximum revenue. The products offered by the group are related to dairy, beverages, food, Nestle Professional, Nestle Ice Cream, confectionery, chilled dairy, infant nutrition, and health science. The main geography is the domestic market, representing approximately maximum of total sales. The known brands are Nescafe, Maggi, Nespray, Kit Kat, and Milo.
88GF Score

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