Pentamaster Bhd (XKLS:7160) Beneish M-Score: -2.36 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


XKLS:7160 Pentamaster Corp Bhd XKLS:7160
90 GF Score
Price RM4.96
GF Value RM4.24
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Pentamaster Bhd Beneish M-Score?

Pentamaster Bhd XKLS:7160 -0.60% 90 Beneish M-Score is -2.36 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7160 with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of RM4.24 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,926 Industrial Products companies, Pentamaster Bhd ranks worse than 58.65% 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 -2.36 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:7160' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.19   Med: -2.07   Max: -0.9
Current: -2.36

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Pentamaster Bhd was -0.90. The lowest was -3.19. And the median was -2.07.


Pentamaster Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pentamaster 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.

Pentamaster Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

Pentamaster 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 -2.54 -2.12 -3.09 -2.77 -1.90

Pentamaster 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 -2.41 -2.50 -1.59 -1.90 -2.36

XKLS:7160 vs GEV, ETN, PH: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Pentamaster 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.


Pentamaster Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Products Industry

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

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


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Pentamaster 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 Pentamaster 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 * 1.0669+0.528 * 0.9727+0.404 * 0.9838+0.892 * 1.0833+0.115 * 0.8713
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.0326+4.679 * -0.005621-0.327 * 0.8441
=-2.36

* 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 RM324.8 Mil.
Revenue was 180.364 + 159.124 + 148.079 + 144.879 = RM632.4 Mil.
Gross Profit was 45.853 + 58.711 + 38.983 + 39.017 = RM182.6 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM713.1 Mil.
Total Assets was RM1,296.4 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM496.1 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM29.0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM107.5 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM200.3 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM0.0 Mil.
Net Income was 17.935 + 20.183 + 17.111 + 11.611 = RM66.8 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = RM0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 10.66 + 48.863 + -39.091 + 53.695 = RM74.1 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM281.0 Mil.
Revenue was 131.603 + 130.683 + 150.178 + 171.373 = RM583.8 Mil.
Gross Profit was 34.957 + 38.913 + 42.689 + 47.37 = RM163.9 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM666.5 Mil.
Total Assets was RM1,210.9 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM461.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM23.3 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM96.1 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM221.7 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM0.0 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)
=(324.768 / 632.446) / (281.005 / 583.837)
=0.513511 / 0.481307
=1.0669

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)
=(163.929 / 583.837) / (182.564 / 632.446)
=0.280779 / 0.288663
=0.9727

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 - (713.059 + 496.148) / 1296.4) / (1 - (666.483 + 461.615) / 1210.883)
=0.067258 / 0.068367
=0.9838

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
=632.446 / 583.837
=1.0833

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))
=(23.298 / (23.298 + 461.615)) / (28.954 / (28.954 + 496.148))
=0.048046 / 0.05514
=0.8713

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)
=(107.511 / 632.446) / (96.117 / 583.837)
=0.169992 / 0.16463
=1.0326

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 + 200.345) / 1296.4) / ((0 + 221.692) / 1210.883)
=0.154539 / 0.183083
=0.8441

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
=(66.84 - 0 - 74.127) / 1296.4
=-0.005621

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.

Pentamaster Bhd has a M-score of -2.36 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 -2.36 mean?
Pentamaster Bhd (XKLS:7160) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.36 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Pentamaster Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Pentamaster Bhd ranks #1716 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 58.6%.
Is Pentamaster Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
Pentamaster Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.36. Based on the distribution chart, Pentamaster Bhd ranks #1716 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Pentamaster Bhd has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pentamaster Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Pentamaster Bhd ranks #1716 out of 2926 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Pentamaster 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 Products company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Industrial Products 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 Pentamaster Bhd and its competitors. Pentamaster Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pentamaster Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pentamaster Bhd (XKLS:7160) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM4.24, compared to a current price of RM4.96 — trading 17% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.36. Pentamaster Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 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 Pentamaster Bhd (XKLS:7160), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.36 as of Jun. 26, 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 Pentamaster Bhd (XKLS:7160) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pentamaster Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM4.96 is trading 17% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM4.24. GuruFocus considers Pentamaster Bhd to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:7160:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.36
  • GF Value™: RM4.24 vs. price of RM4.96 (17% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7160 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Pentamaster Bhd Business Description

Address Medan Bayan Lepas, Plot 18 & 19, Technoplex, Taman Perindustrian Bayan Lepas, Phase IV, Bayan Lepas, PNG, MYS, 11900
Pentamaster Corp Bhd is a company engaged in investment holding and the provision of management services. The company works in two operating segments. The Automated Test Equipment segment is engaged in designing, developing, and manufacturing standard and non-standard automated equipment. Its Factory Automation Solutions segment, which generates maximum revenue is involved in the construction and installation of integrated automated manufacturing solutions. The Smart Control Solution system segment provides project management, smart building solutions, and trading of materials. Its geographical segments are PRC, Taiwan, Japan, Malaysia, The United States, Singapore, India, Philippines, Vietnam, Ireland, Australia, and Others. It derives majority of its revenue from Malaysia.
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