Ekovest Bhd (XKLS:8877) Beneish M-Score: -3.13 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


XKLS:8877 Ekovest Bhd XKLS:8877
17 GF Score
Price RM0.20
GF Value RM0.30
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What is Ekovest Bhd Beneish M-Score?

Ekovest Bhd XKLS:8877 17 Beneish M-Score is -3.13 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:8877 with a GF Score™ of 17/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.30 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,704 Construction companies, Ekovest Bhd ranks better than 85.8% 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 -3.13 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:8877' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.13   Med: -2.65   Max: -1.19
Current: -3.13

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Ekovest Bhd was -1.19. The lowest was -3.13. And the median was -2.65.


Ekovest Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ekovest 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.

Ekovest Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

Ekovest Bhd Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.63 -2.45 -2.07 -2.68 -2.94

Ekovest 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 -2.83 -2.94 -2.62 -2.61 -3.13

XKLS:8877 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Ekovest 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.


Ekovest Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Construction Industry

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

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


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Ekovest 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 Ekovest 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 * 0.9596+0.528 * 0.7519+0.404 * 1.0091+0.892 * 0.8198+0.115 * 1.1348
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1468+4.679 * -0.066176-0.327 * 1.0026
=-3.13

* 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 RM314.9 Mil.
Revenue was 145.825 + 207.574 + 329.392 + 201.547 = RM884.3 Mil.
Gross Profit was 63.385 + 81.86 + 217.492 + 59.489 = RM422.2 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM861.2 Mil.
Total Assets was RM11,030.5 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM722.9 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM10.7 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM78.4 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM1,785.7 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM5,300.9 Mil.
Net Income was -75.499 + -43.278 + 8.284 + -60.504 = RM-171.0 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = RM0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 291.93 + 80.353 + 44.687 + 141.99 = RM559.0 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM400.3 Mil.
Revenue was 311.238 + 225.479 + 270.439 + 271.588 = RM1,078.7 Mil.
Gross Profit was 137.755 + 74.944 + 107.468 + 67.072 = RM387.2 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM951.1 Mil.
Total Assets was RM11,201.8 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM743.8 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM12.6 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM83.4 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM1,676.4 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM5,501.7 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)
=(314.87 / 884.338) / (400.262 / 1078.744)
=0.356052 / 0.371044
=0.9596

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)
=(387.239 / 1078.744) / (422.226 / 884.338)
=0.358972 / 0.477449
=0.7519

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 - (861.236 + 722.905) / 11030.539) / (1 - (951.081 + 743.751) / 11201.793)
=0.856386 / 0.8487
=1.0091

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
=884.338 / 1078.744
=0.8198

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))
=(12.559 / (12.559 + 743.751)) / (10.736 / (10.736 + 722.905))
=0.016606 / 0.014634
=1.1348

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)
=(78.402 / 884.338) / (83.396 / 1078.744)
=0.088656 / 0.077308
=1.1468

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)
=((5300.904 + 1785.691) / 11030.539) / ((5501.706 + 1676.376) / 11201.793)
=0.642452 / 0.640798
=1.0026

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
=(-170.997 - 0 - 558.96) / 11030.539
=-0.066176

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.

Ekovest Bhd has a M-score of -3.13 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 -3.13 mean?
Ekovest Bhd (XKLS:8877) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.13 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Ekovest Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Ekovest Bhd ranks #242 out of 1704 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 14.2%.
Is Ekovest Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
Ekovest Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -3.13. Based on the distribution chart, Ekovest Bhd ranks #242 out of 1704 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ekovest Bhd has a GF Score™ of 17/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ekovest Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Ekovest Bhd ranks #242 out of 1704 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Ekovest Bhd in the top 14% 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 Construction company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Construction 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 Ekovest Bhd and its competitors. Ekovest Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -3.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ekovest Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ekovest Bhd (XKLS:8877) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.30, compared to a current price of RM0.20 — trading 33.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.13. Ekovest Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 17/100 with 5 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 Ekovest Bhd (XKLS:8877), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.13 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 Ekovest Bhd (XKLS:8877) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ekovest Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.20 is trading 33.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.30. GuruFocus considers Ekovest Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:8877:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.13
  • GF Value™: RM0.30 vs. price of RM0.20 (33.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 17/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:8877 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Ekovest Bhd Business Description

Address No. 118 Jalan Gombak, Ground Floor, Wisma Ekovest, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 53000
Ekovest Bhd is a Malaysia-based company principally engaged in investment holding and civil engineering and building works. The group's operating segments are business units that provide different products and services, including Construction operations, Property development, Toll Operations, Plantation, Food and beverages, Property investment, and Others. The group's operations are carried out in Malaysia, with the majority of revenue generated from Construction operations.
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