Andritz AG (XPRA:ANDR) Beneish M-Score: -2.49 (As of Aug. 03, 2026)

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XPRA:ANDR Andritz AG XPRA:ANDR
75 GF Score
Price Kč1,875.00
GF Value Kč1,445.14
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Andritz AG Beneish M-Score?

Andritz AG XPRA:ANDR 75 Beneish M-Score is -2.49 as of Aug. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates XPRA:ANDR with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of Kč1,445.14 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,908 Industrial Products companies, Andritz AG ranks better than 52.72% 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 -2.49 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XPRA:ANDR' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.02   Med: -2.49   Max: -2.14
Current: -2.49

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Andritz AG was -2.14. The lowest was -3.02. And the median was -2.49.


Andritz AG Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Andritz AG'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.

Andritz AG Beneish M-Score Chart

Andritz AG 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 -2.52 -2.59 -2.32 -2.56 -2.49

Andritz AG Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 0.00 -2.49 0.00 0.00

XPRA:ANDR vs GEV, ETN, PH: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Andritz AG'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.


Andritz AG Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Products Industry

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

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


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Andritz AG 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 Andritz AG 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 * 1.0902+0.528 * 0.9647+0.404 * 1.1786+0.892 * 0.9147+0.115 * 0.999
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.9529+4.679 * -0.02281-0.327 * 0.991
=-2.52

* 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 (Dec25) TTM:Last Year (Dec24) TTM:
Total Receivables was Kč63,981 Mil.
Revenue was Kč191,195 Mil.
Gross Profit was Kč97,796 Mil.
Total Current Assets was Kč133,735 Mil.
Total Assets was Kč208,827 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was Kč32,772 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was Kč5,835 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was Kč11,273 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was Kč118,545 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was Kč13,614 Mil.
Net Income was Kč11,067 Mil.
Gross Profit was Kč0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was Kč15,830 Mil.
Total Receivables was Kč64,162 Mil.
Revenue was Kč209,028 Mil.
Gross Profit was Kč103,145 Mil.
Total Current Assets was Kč138,000 Mil.
Total Assets was Kč205,239 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was Kč31,949 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was Kč5,682 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was Kč12,933 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was Kč118,032 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was Kč13,029 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)
=(63981.371 / 191194.673) / (64161.519 / 209028.419)
=0.33464 / 0.306951
=1.0902

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)
=(103145.192 / 209028.419) / (97795.938 / 191194.673)
=0.493451 / 0.511499
=0.9647

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 - (133735.133 + 32771.656) / 208827.144) / (1 - (138000.443 + 31948.761) / 205239.422)
=0.202657 / 0.171947
=1.1786

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
=191194.673 / 209028.419
=0.9147

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))
=(5682.238 / (5682.238 + 31948.761)) / (5835.45 / (5835.45 + 32771.656))
=0.150999 / 0.15115
=0.999

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)
=(11273.139 / 191194.673) / (12933.377 / 209028.419)
=0.058962 / 0.061874
=0.9529

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)
=((13613.625 + 118545.015) / 208827.144) / ((13028.919 + 118032.153) / 205239.422)
=0.632861 / 0.638577
=0.991

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
=(11066.982 - 0 - 15830.417) / 208827.144
=-0.02281

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.

Andritz AG has a M-score of -2.52 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 -2.49 mean?
Andritz AG (XPRA:ANDR) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.49 as of Aug. 03, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Andritz AG and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Andritz AG ranks #1375 out of 2908 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 47.3%.
Is Andritz AG's Beneish M-Score too high?
Andritz AG's current Beneish M-Score is -2.49. Based on the distribution chart, Andritz AG ranks #1375 out of 2908 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Andritz AG has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Andritz AG's Beneish M-Score compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Andritz AG ranks #1375 out of 2908 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Andritz AG in the upper 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 Andritz AG and its competitors. Andritz AG's current Beneish M-Score is -2.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Andritz AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Andritz AG (XPRA:ANDR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is Kč1,445.14, compared to a current price of Kč1,875.00 — trading 29.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.49. Andritz AG's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 Andritz AG (XPRA:ANDR), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.49 as of Aug. 03, 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 Andritz AG (XPRA:ANDR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Andritz AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of Kč1,875.00 is trading 29.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of Kč1,445.14. GuruFocus considers Andritz AG to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XPRA:ANDR:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.49
  • GF Value™: Kč1,445.14 vs. price of Kč1,875.00 (29.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 8 warning signs

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


Andritz AG Business Description

Address Stattegger Strasse 18, Graz, AUT, 8045
Andritz AG is a producer of high-technology industrial machinery and operates through four operating segments: ANDRITZ Pulp & Paper provides sustainable technology, automation, and service solutions for the production of all types of pulp, paper, and board; ANDRITZ Metals includes suppliers of technologies, plants, and digital solutions in metal forming, and also includes automation and software solutions, process know-how, and service; ANDRITZ Hydropower includes suppliers of electromechanical equipment and services for hydropower stations; and ANDRITZ Environment & Energy provides sustainable technologies for industries, including green hydrogen, carbon capture, solid/liquid separation, and renewable fuels. It generates the maximum of its revenue from the ANDRITZ Pulp & Paper segment.
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