Pansar Bhd (XKLS:8419) Beneish M-Score: -2.83 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


XKLS:8419 Pansar Bhd XKLS:8419
60 GF Score
Price RM0.45
GF Value RM1.00
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Pansar Bhd Beneish M-Score?

Pansar Bhd XKLS:8419 +1.12% 60 Beneish M-Score is -2.83 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:8419 with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.00 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 538 Conglomerates companies, Pansar Bhd ranks better than 79.93% 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 -2.83 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:8419' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.95   Med: -2.46   Max: -0.46
Current: -2.83

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Pansar Bhd was -0.46. The lowest was -2.95. And the median was -2.46.


Pansar Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pansar 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.

Pansar Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

Pansar 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 -0.46 -1.77 -2.35 -2.46 -2.83

Pansar 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 -2.46 -2.69 -2.53 -2.99 -2.83

XKLS:8419 vs HON, MMM: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Pansar 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.


Pansar Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Conglomerates Industry

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

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


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Pansar 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 Pansar 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 * 0.9617+0.528 * 1.1576+0.404 * 1.004+0.892 * 1.1423+0.115 * 0.9916
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9389+4.679 * -0.119219-0.327 * 0.9189
=-2.83

* 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 RM465 Mil.
Revenue was 286.835 + 355.848 + 341.727 + 276.118 = RM1,261 Mil.
Gross Profit was 26.961 + 32.86 + 32.578 + 30.951 = RM123 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM617 Mil.
Total Assets was RM750 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM44 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM14 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM79 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM382 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM11 Mil.
Net Income was 0.675 + 9.249 + 5.509 + 6.949 = RM22 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = RM0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 22.312 + 74.119 + -1.17 + 16.547 = RM112 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM423 Mil.
Revenue was 285.8 + 309.879 + 263.434 + 244.392 = RM1,104 Mil.
Gross Profit was 35.2 + 31.768 + 31.129 + 26.908 = RM125 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM666 Mil.
Total Assets was RM809 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM47 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM15 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM74 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM447 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM13 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)
=(465.034 / 1260.528) / (423.311 / 1103.505)
=0.36892 / 0.383606
=0.9617

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)
=(125.005 / 1103.505) / (123.35 / 1260.528)
=0.11328 / 0.097856
=1.1576

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 - (617.099 + 43.912) / 750.1) / (1 - (665.968 + 47.044) / 808.671)
=0.118769 / 0.118292
=1.004

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
=1260.528 / 1103.505
=1.1423

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))
=(15.094 / (15.094 + 47.044)) / (14.248 / (14.248 + 43.912))
=0.242911 / 0.244979
=0.9916

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)
=(79.417 / 1260.528) / (74.046 / 1103.505)
=0.063003 / 0.067101
=0.9389

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)
=((10.795 + 381.974) / 750.1) / ((13.351 + 447.463) / 808.671)
=0.523622 / 0.569841
=0.9189

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
=(22.382 - 0 - 111.808) / 750.1
=-0.119219

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.

Pansar Bhd has a M-score of -2.83 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 -2.83 mean?
Pansar Bhd (XKLS:8419) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.83 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Pansar Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Pansar Bhd ranks #108 out of 538 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 20.1%.
Is Pansar Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
Pansar Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.83. Based on the distribution chart, Pansar Bhd ranks #108 out of 538 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Pansar Bhd has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pansar Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to HON and MMM?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Pansar Bhd ranks #108 out of 538 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Pansar Bhd in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Conglomerates company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Conglomerates 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 Pansar Bhd and its competitors. Pansar Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -2.83. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pansar Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pansar Bhd (XKLS:8419) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.00, compared to a current price of RM0.45 — trading 55% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.83. Pansar Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 2 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 Pansar Bhd (XKLS:8419), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.83 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 Pansar Bhd (XKLS:8419) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pansar Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.45 is trading 55% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.00. GuruFocus considers Pansar Bhd to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:8419:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.83
  • GF Value™: RM1.00 vs. price of RM0.45 (55% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:8419 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Pansar Bhd Business Description

Address 23-27, Jalan Bengkel, 4th Floor, Wisma Pansar, P. O. Box 319, Sibu, SWK, MYS, 96000
Pansar Bhd is an investment holding company. The company's operating segment includes Building and Construction Materials; Marine and Industrial; Agro Engineering; Electrical and Air-conditioning; Heavy Equipment; Mechanical and Electrical and Construction and Infrastructure. It generates maximum revenue from the Construction and Infrastructure segment. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from Malaysia and also has a presence in Singapore.
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