TASCO Bhd (XKLS:5140) Beneish M-Score: -2.71 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


XKLS:5140 TASCO Bhd XKLS:5140
49 GF Score
Price RM0.38
GF Value RM0.53
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is TASCO Bhd Beneish M-Score?

TASCO Bhd XKLS:5140 -1.32% 49 Beneish M-Score is -2.71 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5140 with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.53 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 965 Transportation companies, TASCO Bhd ranks better than 61.45% 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 -2.71 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:5140' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.96   Med: -2.58   Max: 2.41
Current: -2.71

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of TASCO Bhd was 2.41. The lowest was -2.96. And the median was -2.58.


TASCO Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for TASCO 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.

TASCO Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

TASCO 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 -1.31 -2.92 -2.45 -2.73 -2.71

TASCO 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 -2.73 -2.63 -3.31 -3.03 -2.71

XKLS:5140 vs UPS, FDX, JBHT: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Integrated Freight & Logistics subindustry, TASCO 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.


TASCO Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Transportation Industry

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

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


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TASCO 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 TASCO 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 * 1.1352+0.528 * 0.8817+0.404 * 0.9406+0.892 * 0.9+0.115 * 1.1369
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.2+4.679 * -0.033189-0.327 * 1.014
=-2.71

* 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 RM747.3 Mil.
Revenue was 230.311 + 226.057 + 231.582 + 222.569 = RM910.5 Mil.
Gross Profit was 38.082 + 37.288 + 36.388 + 36.822 = RM148.6 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM887.8 Mil.
Total Assets was RM1,909.4 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM919.9 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM51.0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM85.0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM879.3 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM265.6 Mil.
Net Income was 8.543 + 10.116 + 9.615 + 9.192 = RM37.5 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = RM0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was -21.287 + 57.812 + 132.466 + -68.153 = RM100.8 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM731.5 Mil.
Revenue was 222.586 + 243.454 + 295.688 + 249.931 = RM1,011.7 Mil.
Gross Profit was 34.918 + 35.845 + 39.318 + 35.478 = RM145.6 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM917.8 Mil.
Total Assets was RM1,804.4 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM784.4 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM49.8 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM78.7 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM841.7 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM225.2 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)
=(747.343 / 910.519) / (731.474 / 1011.659)
=0.820788 / 0.723044
=1.1352

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)
=(145.559 / 1011.659) / (148.58 / 910.519)
=0.143881 / 0.163182
=0.8817

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 - (887.804 + 919.873) / 1909.405) / (1 - (917.75 + 784.428) / 1804.382)
=0.053277 / 0.056642
=0.9406

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
=910.519 / 1011.659
=0.9

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))
=(49.832 / (49.832 + 784.428)) / (51.01 / (51.01 + 919.873))
=0.059732 / 0.05254
=1.1369

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)
=(85.045 / 910.519) / (78.744 / 1011.659)
=0.093403 / 0.077837
=1.2

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)
=((265.589 + 879.253) / 1909.405) / ((225.21 + 841.689) / 1804.382)
=0.59958 / 0.591282
=1.014

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
=(37.466 - 0 - 100.838) / 1909.405
=-0.033189

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.

TASCO Bhd has a M-score of -2.71 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 -2.71 mean?
TASCO Bhd (XKLS:5140) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.71 as of Jul. 05, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on TASCO Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, TASCO Bhd ranks #372 out of 965 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 38.5%.
Is TASCO Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
TASCO Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.71. Based on the distribution chart, TASCO Bhd ranks #372 out of 965 companies in the Transportation industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, TASCO Bhd has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does TASCO Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to UPS and FDX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, TASCO Bhd ranks #372 out of 965 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts TASCO 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 Transportation company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Transportation 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 TASCO Bhd and its competitors. TASCO Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is TASCO Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, TASCO Bhd (XKLS:5140) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.53, compared to a current price of RM0.38 — trading 29.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.71. TASCO Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 49/100 with 7 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 TASCO Bhd (XKLS:5140), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.71 as of Jul. 05, 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 TASCO Bhd (XKLS:5140) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, TASCO Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.38 is trading 29.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.53. GuruFocus considers TASCO Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5140:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.71
  • GF Value™: RM0.53 vs. price of RM0.38 (29.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 49/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5140 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


TASCO Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan 22/1, Seksyen 22, Lot No. 1A, Persiaran Jubli Perak, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40300
TASCO Bhd is an integrated logistics solutions provider that offers air, sea, and land transportation services. The company operates through various segments including Air Freight Forwarding (AFF), Contract Logistics Division (CLD), Trucking Division (TD), Ocean Freight Forwarding Division (OFF), Supply Chain Solution Division (SCS), and Cold Supply Chain Division (CSC). Its Contract Logistics Division (CLD) segment, which is involved in Customs forwarding, warehousing, in-plant, and container haulage, generates the highest revenue. The company has both domestic and international operations.
49GF Score

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