Turbo-Mech Bhd (XKLS:5167) Beneish M-Score: -2.53 (As of Jul. 13, 2026)

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XKLS:5167 Turbo-Mech Bhd XKLS:5167
40 GF Score
Price RM0.37
GF Value RM0.49
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Turbo-Mech Bhd Beneish M-Score?

Turbo-Mech Bhd XKLS:5167 40 Beneish M-Score is -2.53 as of Jul. 13, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5167 with a GF Score™ of 40/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.49 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 152 Industrial Distribution companies, Turbo-Mech Bhd ranks worse than 57.89% 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 -2.53 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:5167' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.76   Med: -2.42   Max: -1.98
Current: -2.53

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Turbo-Mech Bhd was -1.98. The lowest was -2.76. And the median was -2.42.


Turbo-Mech Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Turbo-Mech 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.

Turbo-Mech Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

Turbo-Mech 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 -2.14 -2.42 -2.46 -2.42 -2.53

Turbo-Mech 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 -2.53 0.00

XKLS:5167 vs GWW, FAST, FERG: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Turbo-Mech 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.


Turbo-Mech Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Turbo-Mech Bhd's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Turbo-Mech 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 Turbo-Mech 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 * 1.2355+0.528 * 0.7791+0.404 * 0.9382+0.892 * 0.9608+0.115 * 0.9658
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * -0.002686-0.327 * 1.2314
=-2.53

* 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 RM20.66 Mil.
Revenue was RM40.11 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM15.21 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM84.10 Mil.
Total Assets was RM130.32 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM17.79 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM2.11 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM0.00 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM9.67 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM1.92 Mil.
Net Income was RM0.75 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM0.00 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was RM1.10 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM17.40 Mil.
Revenue was RM41.75 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM12.33 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM81.46 Mil.
Total Assets was RM131.82 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM19.70 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM2.25 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM0.00 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM7.42 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM2.10 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)
=(20.66 / 40.111) / (17.404 / 41.747)
=0.515071 / 0.416892
=1.2355

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)
=(12.333 / 41.747) / (15.21 / 40.111)
=0.295422 / 0.379198
=0.7791

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 - (84.1 + 17.788) / 130.32) / (1 - (81.461 + 19.703) / 131.817)
=0.218171 / 0.232542
=0.9382

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
=40.111 / 41.747
=0.9608

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))
=(2.247 / (2.247 + 19.703)) / (2.109 / (2.109 + 17.788))
=0.102369 / 0.105996
=0.9658

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)
=(0 / 40.111) / (0 / 41.747)
=0 / 0
=1

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)
=((1.924 + 9.671) / 130.32) / ((2.101 + 7.423) / 131.817)
=0.088973 / 0.072252
=1.2314

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
=(0.754 - 0 - 1.104) / 130.32
=-0.002686

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.

Turbo-Mech Bhd has a M-score of -2.53 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 -2.53 mean?
Turbo-Mech Bhd (XKLS:5167) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.53 as of Jul. 13, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Turbo-Mech Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Turbo-Mech Bhd ranks #88 out of 152 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 57.9%.
Is Turbo-Mech Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
Turbo-Mech Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.53. Based on the distribution chart, Turbo-Mech Bhd ranks #88 out of 152 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Turbo-Mech Bhd has a GF Score™ of 40/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Turbo-Mech Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Turbo-Mech Bhd ranks #88 out of 152 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Turbo-Mech 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Industrial Distribution 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 Turbo-Mech Bhd and its competitors. Turbo-Mech Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.53. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Turbo-Mech Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Turbo-Mech Bhd (XKLS:5167) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.49, compared to a current price of RM0.37 — trading 24.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.53. Turbo-Mech Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 40/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Turbo-Mech Bhd (XKLS:5167), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.53 as of Jul. 13, 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 Turbo-Mech Bhd (XKLS:5167) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Turbo-Mech Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.37 is trading 24.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.49. GuruFocus considers Turbo-Mech Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5167:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.53
  • GF Value™: RM0.49 vs. price of RM0.37 (24.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 40/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5167 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Turbo-Mech Bhd Business Description

Address 39-5, Jalan PJU 1/41, Block D1, Dataran Prima, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 47301
Turbo-Mech Bhd is an investment holding company. It is engaged in the sales of rotating equipment and spare parts and the provision of maintenance and overhaul services. The company sells spare parts for the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries. It offers centrifugal, metering, progressing cavity, cryogenic, firewater, & non-seal pumps and chemical injection skids, air compressors, cooling tower fan, and air cool heat exchangers, and steam turbines. The company's geographical segments are Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, and Others.
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