Apex Equity Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5088) Beneish M-Score: -1.72 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


XKLS:5088 Apex Equity Holdings Bhd XKLS:5088
34 GF Score
Price RM0.72
GF Value RM0.90
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Apex Equity Holdings Bhd Beneish M-Score?

Apex Equity Holdings Bhd XKLS:5088 34 Beneish M-Score is -1.72 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5088 with a GF Score™ of 34/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.90 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 702 Capital Markets companies, Apex Equity Holdings Bhd ranks worse than 64.1% 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.

Warning Sign:

Beneish M-Score -1.72 higher than -1.78, which implies that the company might have manipulated its financial results.

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

XKLS:5088' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.24   Med: -2.23   Max: 1.02
Current: -1.72

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Apex Equity Holdings Bhd was 1.02. The lowest was -3.24. And the median was -2.23.


Apex Equity Holdings Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Apex Equity Holdings 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.

Apex Equity Holdings Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

Apex Equity Holdings Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec14 Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.77 -2.44 -2.78 0.37 -1.46

Apex Equity Holdings 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 -0.81 -1.08 -1.03 -1.67 -1.72

XKLS:5088 vs MS, GS, SCHW: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, Apex Equity Holdings 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.


Apex Equity Holdings Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Apex Equity Holdings Bhd's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Apex Equity Holdings 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 Apex Equity Holdings 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 * 1.0274+0.528 * 1.0134+0.404 * 1.3192+0.892 * 1.0912+0.115 * 0.5378
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.8976+4.679 * 0.155583-0.327 * 1.5439
=-1.72

* 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 RM351.19 Mil.
Revenue was 16.358 + 17.62 + 14.907 + 13.687 = RM62.57 Mil.
Gross Profit was 12.233 + 13.57 + 11.568 + 10.699 = RM48.07 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM383.27 Mil.
Total Assets was RM532.43 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM4.31 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM2.60 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM30.32 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM136.86 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM0.22 Mil.
Net Income was 0.52 + 2.384 + 1.264 + 5.575 = RM9.74 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = RM0.00 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -17.318 + -38.024 + -17.752 + 0 = RM-73.09 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM313.24 Mil.
Revenue was 13.968 + 13.555 + 14.903 + 14.914 = RM57.34 Mil.
Gross Profit was 11.047 + 10.744 + 11.418 + 11.43 = RM44.64 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM351.06 Mil.
Total Assets was RM451.24 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM7.12 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM1.81 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM30.95 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM74.45 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM0.80 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)
=(351.19 / 62.572) / (313.237 / 57.34)
=5.612574 / 5.462801
=1.0274

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)
=(44.639 / 57.34) / (48.07 / 62.572)
=0.778497 / 0.768235
=1.0134

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 - (383.272 + 4.307) / 532.428) / (1 - (351.062 + 7.119) / 451.238)
=0.272054 / 0.206226
=1.3192

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
=62.572 / 57.34
=1.0912

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))
=(1.807 / (1.807 + 7.119)) / (2.6 / (2.6 + 4.307))
=0.202442 / 0.37643
=0.5378

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)
=(30.317 / 62.572) / (30.952 / 57.34)
=0.484514 / 0.539798
=0.8976

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)
=((0.221 + 136.861) / 532.428) / ((0.798 + 74.451) / 451.238)
=0.257466 / 0.166761
=1.5439

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
=(9.743 - 0 - -73.094) / 532.428
=0.155583

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.

Apex Equity Holdings Bhd has a M-score of -1.72 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beneish M-Score →
What does a Beneish M-Score of -1.72 mean?
Apex Equity Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5088) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.72 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Apex Equity Holdings Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Apex Equity Holdings Bhd ranks #450 out of 702 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 64.1%.
Is Apex Equity Holdings Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
Apex Equity Holdings Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -1.72. Based on the distribution chart, Apex Equity Holdings Bhd ranks #450 out of 702 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Apex Equity Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 34/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Apex Equity Holdings Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Apex Equity Holdings Bhd ranks #450 out of 702 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Apex Equity Holdings 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 Capital Markets company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Capital Markets 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 Apex Equity Holdings Bhd and its competitors. Apex Equity Holdings Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -1.72. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Apex Equity Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Apex Equity Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5088) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.90, compared to a current price of RM0.72 — trading 20% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.72. Apex Equity Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 34/100 with 8 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 Apex Equity Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5088), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.72 as of Jun. 25, 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 Apex Equity Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5088) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Apex Equity Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.72 is trading 20% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.90. GuruFocus considers Apex Equity Holdings Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5088:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.72
  • GF Value™: RM0.90 vs. price of RM0.72 (20% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 34/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5088 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Apex Equity Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address 12, Jalan PJU 7/5, Level 5, Menara UAC, Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 47800
Apex Equity Holdings Bhd is an investment holding company. The company, along with its subsidiaries, is engaged in the business of investment holding and trading in marketable securities. The group is organised into four main reportable segments, which include Investment holdings and others, Stock and securities broking, Property holding, and Money lending. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Stock and securities broking segment, which deals with securities, clearings, derivatives, and investment advisory. It has also launched an online trading platform, Apexetrade, which allows customers access to the latest market information and an extensive range of trading tools. Geographically, the group operates predominantly in Malaysia.
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