Barrick Mining (XSWX:ABX) Beneish M-Score: -2.98 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


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What is Barrick Mining Beneish M-Score?

Barrick Mining XSWX:ABX 90 Beneish M-Score is -2.98 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:ABX with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF18.18. The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 685 Metals & Mining companies, Barrick Mining ranks better than 80.44% 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 -2.98 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XSWX:ABX' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.52   Med: -2.65   Max: -1.19
Current: -2.98

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Barrick Mining was -1.19. The lowest was -3.52. And the median was -2.65.


Barrick Mining Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Barrick Mining'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.

Barrick Mining Beneish M-Score Chart

Barrick Mining 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 -2.48 -2.60 -2.39 -2.61 -3.12

Barrick Mining 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 -2.74 -2.33 -3.00 -3.12 -2.98

XSWX:ABX vs NEM, AU, CDE: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Gold subindustry, Barrick Mining'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.


Barrick Mining Beneish M-Score vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Barrick Mining's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Barrick Mining 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 Barrick Mining 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 * 0.6696+0.528 * 0.7525+0.404 * 0.968+0.892 * 1.2982+0.115 * 0.9516
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.1941+4.679 * -0.08097-0.327 * 0.9937
=-3.08

* 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 CHF565 Mil.
Revenue was 4108.131 + 4779.009 + 3302.223 + 2993.389 = CHF15,183 Mil.
Gross Profit was 2455.589 + 2617.817 + 1797.594 + 1466.2 = CHF8,337 Mil.
Total Current Assets was CHF8,356 Mil.
Total Assets was CHF41,399 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was CHF23,506 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was CHF1,592 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was CHF175 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was CHF2,727 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was CHF3,673 Mil.
Net Income was 1261.255 + 1917.341 + 1036.522 + 659.505 = CHF4,875 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 229.104 + 773.79 + 262.713 + -230.949 = CHF1,035 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 2010.764 + 2172.349 + 1928.154 + 1080.743 = CHF7,192 Mil.
Total Receivables was CHF650 Mil.
Revenue was 2765.668 + 3249.882 + 2853.37 + 2826.196 = CHF11,695 Mil.
Gross Profit was 1188.442 + 1471.14 + 1115.762 + 1057.365 = CHF4,833 Mil.
Total Current Assets was CHF7,071 Mil.
Total Assets was CHF42,538 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was CHF25,344 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was CHF1,628 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was CHF113 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was CHF2,463 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was CHF4,156 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)
=(565.281 / 15182.752) / (650.33 / 11695.116)
=0.037232 / 0.055607
=0.6696

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)
=(4832.709 / 11695.116) / (8337.2 / 15182.752)
=0.413225 / 0.549123
=0.7525

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 - (8355.615 + 23506.416) / 41398.596) / (1 - (7070.567 + 25344.299) / 42538.271)
=0.23036 / 0.237983
=0.968

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
=15182.752 / 11695.116
=1.2982

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))
=(1627.832 / (1627.832 + 25344.299)) / (1591.754 / (1591.754 + 23506.416))
=0.060352 / 0.063421
=0.9516

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)
=(174.722 / 15182.752) / (112.708 / 11695.116)
=0.011508 / 0.009637
=1.1941

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)
=((3672.755 + 2727.207) / 41398.596) / ((4155.571 + 2462.593) / 42538.271)
=0.154594 / 0.155581
=0.9937

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
=(4874.623 - 1034.658 - 7192.01) / 41398.596
=-0.08097

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.

Barrick Mining has a M-score of -3.08 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 -2.98 mean?
Barrick Mining (XSWX:ABX) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.98 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Barrick Mining and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Barrick Mining ranks #134 out of 685 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 19.6%.
Is Barrick Mining's Beneish M-Score too high?
Barrick Mining's current Beneish M-Score is -2.98. Based on the distribution chart, Barrick Mining ranks #134 out of 685 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Barrick Mining has a GF Score™ of 90/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Barrick Mining's Beneish M-Score compare to NEM and AU?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Barrick Mining ranks #134 out of 685 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Barrick Mining 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 Metals & Mining company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Metals & Mining 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 Barrick Mining and its competitors. Barrick Mining's current Beneish M-Score is -2.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Barrick Mining stock overvalued right now?
Barrick Mining (XSWX:ABX) has a current Beneish M-Score of -2.98. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF18.18, compared to a current price of CHF21.00 — trading 15.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.98. Barrick Mining's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Barrick Mining (XSWX:ABX), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.98 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 Barrick Mining (XSWX:ABX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Barrick Mining stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF21.00 is trading 15.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF18.18.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:ABX:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.98
  • GF Value™: CHF18.18 vs. price of CHF21.00 (15.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 1 warning sign

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


Barrick Mining Business Description

Address 161 Bay Street, Suite 3700, P.O. Box 212, Brookfield Place, TD Canada Trust Tower, Toronto, ON, CAN, M5J 2S1
Based in Toronto, Barrick is one of the world's largest gold miners. In 2025, the firm sold about 3.3 million attributable ounces of gold and about 220,000 metric tons of copper. At end-2025, Barrick had about two decades of gold reserves along with significant copper reserves. After buying Randgold in 2019 and combining its Nevada mines in a joint venture with competitor Newmont later that year, it operates mines in the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. The company also has growing copper exposure, driven by the expansion of its Lumwana mine in Zambia and the development of its Reko Diq copper and gold project in Pakistan. It intends to undertake an IPO of its joint venture stakes in Nevada Gold Mines and Pueblo Viejo along with its Fourmile deposit later in 2026.
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