ETA Group Bhd (XKLS:9946) Beneish M-Score: -1.99 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


XKLS:9946 ETA Group Bhd XKLS:9946
45 GF Score
Price RM0.12
GF Value RM0.14
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is ETA Group Bhd Beneish M-Score?

ETA Group Bhd XKLS:9946 45 Beneish M-Score is -1.99 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:9946 with a GF Score™ of 45/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.14 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,849 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, ETA Group Bhd ranks worse than 78.53% 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 -1.99 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XKLS:9946' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.29   Med: -2.4   Max: -1.88
Current: -1.99

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of ETA Group Bhd was -1.88. The lowest was -3.29. And the median was -2.40.


ETA Group Bhd Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for ETA Group 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.

ETA Group Bhd Beneish M-Score Chart

ETA Group Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec14 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Beneish M-Score
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ETA Group Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:9946 vs KHC, GIS: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, ETA Group 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.


ETA Group Bhd Beneish M-Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, ETA Group Bhd's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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ETA Group 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 ETA Group 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 * 0.6277+0.528 * 0.289+0.404 * 0.584+0.892 * 1.7752+0.115 * 1.2734
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1+4.679 * 0.132242-0.327 * 0.8816
=-1.99

* 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 RM25.5 Mil.
Revenue was RM133.6 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM133.6 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM108.6 Mil.
Total Assets was RM153.5 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM37.9 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM1.5 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM0.0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM44.5 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM5.9 Mil.
Net Income was RM8.9 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM0.0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was RM-11.5 Mil.
Total Receivables was RM22.9 Mil.
Revenue was RM75.3 Mil.
Gross Profit was RM21.8 Mil.
Total Current Assets was RM105.0 Mil.
Total Assets was RM155.8 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was RM38.6 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was RM2.0 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was RM0.0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was RM51.4 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was RM6.6 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)
=(25.484 / 133.616) / (22.871 / 75.27)
=0.190726 / 0.303853
=0.6277

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)
=(21.754 / 75.27) / (133.616 / 133.616)
=0.289013 / 1
=0.289

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 - (108.614 + 37.878) / 153.529) / (1 - (105.012 + 38.583) / 155.826)
=0.045835 / 0.078491
=0.584

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
=133.616 / 75.27
=1.7752

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))
=(1.967 / (1.967 + 38.583)) / (1.5 / (1.5 + 37.878))
=0.048508 / 0.038092
=1.2734

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 / 133.616) / (0 / 75.27)
=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)
=((5.889 + 44.493) / 153.529) / ((6.617 + 51.385) / 155.826)
=0.32816 / 0.372223
=0.8816

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
=(8.85 - 0 - -11.453) / 153.529
=0.132242

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.

ETA Group Bhd has a M-score of -1.99 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 -1.99 mean?
ETA Group Bhd (XKLS:9946) has a Beneish M-Score of -1.99 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on ETA Group Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, ETA Group Bhd ranks #1452 out of 1849 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 78.5%.
Is ETA Group Bhd's Beneish M-Score too high?
ETA Group Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -1.99. Based on the distribution chart, ETA Group Bhd ranks #1452 out of 1849 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, ETA Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 45/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ETA Group Bhd's Beneish M-Score compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, ETA Group Bhd ranks #1452 out of 1849 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places ETA Group 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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 ETA Group Bhd and its competitors. ETA Group Bhd's current Beneish M-Score is -1.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ETA Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ETA Group Bhd (XKLS:9946) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.14, compared to a current price of RM0.12 — trading 14.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -1.99. ETA Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 45/100 with 4 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 ETA Group Bhd (XKLS:9946), the current Beneish M-Score is -1.99 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 ETA Group Bhd (XKLS:9946) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ETA Group Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.12 is trading 14.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.14. GuruFocus considers ETA Group Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:9946:

  • Beneish M-Score: -1.99
  • GF Value™: RM0.14 vs. price of RM0.12 (14.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:9946 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


ETA Group Bhd Business Description

Address No. 46C, Plaza Damansara, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur, MYS, 50490
ETA Group Bhd is engaged in property development, property management and property investment, as well as construction and construction-related activities, including the trading and supply of construction materials. Its activities include Sourcing of land, Architectural and engineering services, Submission and approvals, Construction, Project management, and Delivery of vacant possession. It operates in two segment the manufacture and distribution of canned food, beverages and premix products and the trading and distribution of construction materials. It derives revenue from Trading and distribution of construction materials segment. Geographically, it operates in Malaysia, Europe, USA, and Asia (excluding Malaysia) with majority of revenue deriving from USA.
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