Lotus Circular BHD (XKLS:7234) Beneish M-Score: -2.01 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


XKLS:7234 Lotus Circular BHD XKLS:7234
36 GF Score
Price RM0.30
GF Value RM0.42
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Lotus Circular BHD Beneish M-Score?

Lotus Circular BHD XKLS:7234 36 Beneish M-Score is -2.01 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7234 with a GF Score™ of 36/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.42 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,087 Retail - Cyclical companies, Lotus Circular BHD ranks worse than 79.02% 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 -2.01 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:7234' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.76   Med: -2.32   Max: 0.94
Current: -2.01

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Lotus Circular BHD was 0.94. The lowest was -4.76. And the median was -2.32.


Lotus Circular BHD Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lotus Circular 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.

Lotus Circular BHD Beneish M-Score Chart

Lotus Circular BHD Annual Data
Trend Mar15 Mar16 Mar17 Mar18 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.03 -2.87 0.94 -2.40 -2.01

Lotus Circular 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 -2.01 0.00 0.00 0.00

XKLS:7234 vs TJX, ROST, BURL: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Apparel Retail subindustry, Lotus Circular 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.


Lotus Circular BHD Beneish M-Score vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Lotus Circular BHD's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Lotus Circular BHD's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Lotus Circular 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 Lotus Circular 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 * 1.4045+0.528 * 1.2107+0.404 * 0.9198+0.892 * 1.109+0.115 * 1.3938
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9032+4.679 * -0.007047-0.327 * 1.3242
=-2.01

* 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 (Jun25) TTM:Last Year (Jun24) TTM:
Total Receivables was RM34.0 Mil.
Revenue was RM207.9 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM94.7 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM145.6 Mil.
Total Assets was RM195.5 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM7.9 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM2.9 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM82.9 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM28.1 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM1.9 Mil.
Net Income was RM4.8 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was RM6.2 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM21.8 Mil.
Revenue was RM187.4 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM103.4 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM130.8 Mil.
Total Assets was RM180.0 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM7.0 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM4.2 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM82.8 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM19.7 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM1.2 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)
=(33.955 / 207.87) / (21.8 / 187.44)
=0.163347 / 0.116304
=1.4045

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)
=(103.351 / 187.44) / (94.667 / 207.87)
=0.551382 / 0.455414
=1.2107

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 - (145.594 + 7.865) / 195.544) / (1 - (130.826 + 7.03) / 179.964)
=0.21522 / 0.23398
=0.9198

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
=207.87 / 187.44
=1.109

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))
=(4.23 / (4.23 + 7.03)) / (2.902 / (2.902 + 7.865))
=0.375666 / 0.269527
=1.3938

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)
=(82.946 / 207.87) / (82.808 / 187.44)
=0.399028 / 0.441784
=0.9032

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)
=((1.898 + 28.092) / 195.544) / ((1.165 + 19.678) / 179.964)
=0.153367 / 0.115818
=1.3242

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
=(4.776 - 0 - 6.154) / 195.544
=-0.007047

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.

Lotus Circular BHD has a M-score of -2.01 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 -2.01 mean?
Lotus Circular BHD (XKLS:7234) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.01 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Lotus Circular BHD and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Lotus Circular BHD ranks #859 out of 1087 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 79%.
Is Lotus Circular BHD's Beneish M-Score too high?
Lotus Circular BHD's current Beneish M-Score is -2.01. Based on the distribution chart, Lotus Circular BHD ranks #859 out of 1087 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Lotus Circular BHD has a GF Score™ of 36/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lotus Circular BHD's Beneish M-Score compare to TJX and ROST?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Lotus Circular BHD ranks #859 out of 1087 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Lotus Circular 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Retail - Cyclical 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 Lotus Circular BHD and its competitors. Lotus Circular BHD's current Beneish M-Score is -2.01. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lotus Circular BHD stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lotus Circular BHD (XKLS:7234) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.42, compared to a current price of RM0.30 — trading 28.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.01. Lotus Circular BHD's overall GF Score™ is 36/100 with 9 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 Lotus Circular BHD (XKLS:7234), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.01 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 Lotus Circular BHD (XKLS:7234) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lotus Circular BHD stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.30 is trading 28.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.42. GuruFocus considers Lotus Circular BHD to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:7234:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.01
  • GF Value™: RM0.42 vs. price of RM0.30 (28.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 36/100 with 9 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7234 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Lotus Circular BHD Business Description

Address Lot 1910, Jalan KPB 7, Kawasan Perindustrian Kg. Baru Balakong, Seri Kembangan, SGR, MYS, 43300
Lotus Circular BHD is an investment holding company. The company segment includes Retailing, Investment Holding, and Waste Recycling. It generates maximum revenue from the Retailing segment. The retailing segment is involved in the trading and retailing of leather products, apparel, and accessories. The investment holding segment is involved in investment holding, and the Waste recycling segment is involved in the waste recycling business. The Group operates predominantly in Malaysia.
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