Deutz AG (XSWX:DEZ) Beneish M-Score: -2.25 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


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What is Deutz AG Beneish M-Score?

Deutz AG XSWX:DEZ -4.65% 72 Beneish M-Score is -2.25 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:DEZ with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF4.93. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,926 Industrial Products companies, Deutz AG ranks worse than 66.06% 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 -2.25 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

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

XSWX:DEZ' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.27   Med: -2.64   Max: -1.93
Current: -2.25

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Deutz AG was -1.93. The lowest was -3.27. And the median was -2.64.


Deutz AG Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Deutz 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.

Deutz AG Beneish M-Score Chart

Deutz 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 -2.62 -2.12 -2.75 -2.55 -2.55

Deutz AG 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 -2.58 -2.64 -2.68 -2.55 -2.25

XSWX:DEZ vs GEV, ETN, PH: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Deutz 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.


Deutz AG Beneish M-Score vs Industrial Products Industry

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

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


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Deutz 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 Deutz 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 * 1.0206+0.528 * 1.009+0.404 * 1.2358+0.892 * 1.106+0.115 * 1.1285
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0.768+4.679 * -0.015948-0.327 * 1.0424
=-2.30

* 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 CHF280 Mil.
Revenue was 482.392 + 507.067 + 460.934 + 485.95 = CHF1,936 Mil.
Gross Profit was 117.776 + 94.527 + 108.202 + 101.017 = CHF422 Mil.
Total Current Assets was CHF823 Mil.
Total Assets was CHF1,940 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was CHF417 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was CHF89 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was CHF82 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was CHF815 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was CHF103 Mil.
Net Income was 19.569 + 31.447 + 11.306 + 16.695 = CHF79 Mil.
Non Operating Income was 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 = CHF0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 23.573 + 62.52 + 14.576 + 9.286 = CHF110 Mil.
Total Receivables was CHF248 Mil.
Revenue was 467.114 + 474.088 + 404.7 + 404.856 = CHF1,751 Mil.
Gross Profit was 109.471 + 97.749 + 82.651 + 94.672 = CHF385 Mil.
Total Current Assets was CHF783 Mil.
Total Assets was CHF1,676 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was CHF404 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was CHF100 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was CHF96 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was CHF649 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was CHF111 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)
=(279.696 / 1936.343) / (247.79 / 1750.758)
=0.144445 / 0.141533
=1.0206

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)
=(384.543 / 1750.758) / (421.522 / 1936.343)
=0.219644 / 0.21769
=1.009

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 - (822.888 + 417.497) / 1939.944) / (1 - (782.822 + 403.972) / 1675.783)
=0.360608 / 0.291797
=1.2358

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
=1936.343 / 1750.758
=1.106

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))
=(99.698 / (99.698 + 403.972)) / (88.811 / (88.811 + 417.497))
=0.197943 / 0.175409
=1.1285

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)
=(81.529 / 1936.343) / (95.989 / 1750.758)
=0.042105 / 0.054827
=0.768

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)
=((102.759 + 814.696) / 1939.944) / ((111.381 + 648.897) / 1675.783)
=0.472929 / 0.453685
=1.0424

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
=(79.017 - 0 - 109.955) / 1939.944
=-0.015948

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.

Deutz AG has a M-score of -2.30 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 -2.25 mean?
Deutz AG (XSWX:DEZ) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.25 as of Jun. 25, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Deutz AG and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Deutz AG ranks #1933 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 66.1%.
Is Deutz AG's Beneish M-Score too high?
Deutz AG's current Beneish M-Score is -2.25. Based on the distribution chart, Deutz AG ranks #1933 out of 2926 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Deutz AG has a GF Score™ of 72/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Deutz AG's Beneish M-Score compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Deutz AG ranks #1933 out of 2926 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places Deutz AG 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 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 Deutz AG and its competitors. Deutz AG's current Beneish M-Score is -2.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Deutz AG stock overvalued right now?
Deutz AG (XSWX:DEZ) has a current Beneish M-Score of -2.25. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF4.93, compared to a current price of CHF8.52 — trading 72.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.25. Deutz AG's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 7 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 Deutz AG (XSWX:DEZ), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.25 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 Deutz AG (XSWX:DEZ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Deutz AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF8.52 is trading 72.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF4.93.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:DEZ:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.25
  • GF Value™: CHF4.93 vs. price of CHF8.52 (72.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 7 warning signs

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


Deutz AG Business Description

Address Ottostrasse 1, Porz-Eil, Cologne, NW, DEU, 51149
Deutz AG is engaged in the development, production, and sales of drive solutions for off-road applications. The current portfolio of the company ranges from diesel and gas to hybrid and electric to hydrogen-based drives. DEUTZ engines serve construction and agricultural machinery, material handling applications such as forklifts or lifting platforms, commercial and rail vehicles as well as boat applications for private and commercial use. The company's Operating segments are Services, Engines, NewTech, Energy, Defense and Other.
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