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At close: Oct 26, 2026, 4:00 PM ET· NYSE · USD
Brown-Forman (BF-A) Stock Checks
How BF-A measures up against value, income, timing, and long-hold tenets. Every criterion shows the live number and the pass rule. Always free.
Sources Company filings and computed by Tenet Filings and TenetScreens as of How we compute thisNot investment advice
The tenets below and the 0-100 Tenet Score on this report are two separate computations: each tenet runs its own criteria and its own pass rule, while the score is a percentile composite reported as one of four verdict words (Strong, Solid, Mixed or Weak).
5 / 17 qualify todayas of Oct 27, 2026 · computed nightly from our fundamentals DB; point-in-time auditable.
QUALIFIES
5
meet every gate today
BORDERLINE
9
within one input of the gate
FAILS
2
miss at least one gate
UNKNOWN
1
insufficient data to judge
passesfailsborderlineunknown
Value — six classic philosophies
Buffett Qualitydurable moat
~ BorderlinePassesROE ≥ 15%(TTM through Jul 31, 2026)18.1% · ≥ 15.0%
PassesGross margin ≥ 40%(fiscal 2026: trailing figures for Consumer Defensive are still under review)46.8% · ≥ 40.0%
FailsNet margin ≥ 15%(TTM through Jul 31, 2026)14.2% · ≥ 15.0%
FailsDebt/equity ≤ 0.5(quarter ending Jul 31, 2026)0.62 · ≤ 0.50
PassesGrowing FCF (multi-yr)(fiscal 2021 to 2026)3.4% per year · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Buffett Quality.The pass rule for Buffett Quality is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Buffett Quality under The screens ›Today's Buffett Quality list ›
Piotroski F-Scorefinancial strength
~ 7 / 9PassesReturn on assets positive(fiscal 2026)9.1% · > 0
PassesOperating cash flow positive(fiscal 2026)$1.0B · > 0
FailsReturn on assets improving(fiscal 2026)10.7% → 9.1%
PassesEarnings backed by cash (CFO > net income)(fiscal 2026)$1.0B vs $715.0M
PassesLeverage falling (long-term debt / assets)(fiscal 2026)29.9% → 26.4%
FailsCurrent ratio improving(fiscal 2026)3.88 → 3.24
PassesNo share dilution (≤ +2%)(fiscal 2026)−2.9%
PassesGross margin expanding(fiscal 2026)46.3% → 46.8%
PassesAsset turnover improving(fiscal 2026)0.63 → 0.64
Decided by the pass rule for Piotroski F-Score.The pass rule for Piotroski F-Score is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. These checks score 7 of 9.Piotroski F-Score under The screens ›Today's Piotroski F-Score list ›
Munger Compoundershigh-ROIC quality
~ BorderlineFailsROIC ≥ 15%(TTM through Jul 31, 2026)12.5% · ≥ 15.0%
PassesNet debt/EBITDA ≤ 3×(fiscal 2026: trailing figures for Consumer Defensive are still under review)2.0× · ≤ 3.0×
PassesAltman Z ≥ 3 (safe zone)(TTM through Jul 31, 2026)4.47 · ≥ 3.00
Decided by the pass rule for Munger Compounders.The pass rule for Munger Compounders is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Munger Compounders under The screens ›Today's Munger Compounders list ›
Magic FormulaROC + earnings yield (threshold check; full rank needs universe)
✓ QualifiesPassesEBIT > 0(fiscal 2026: trailing figures for Consumer Defensive are still under review)$1.0B · > 0
PassesEarnings yield EBIT/EV ≥ 6%(fiscal 2026: trailing figures for Consumer Defensive are still under review)6.4% · ≥ 6.0%
PassesReturn on capital ≥ 25%(fiscal 2026: trailing figures for Consumer Defensive are still under review)25.8% · ≥ 25.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Magic Formula.The pass rule for Magic Formula is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.About this screen ›Today's Magic Formula® list ›
Graham Defensivemargin of safety
✕ FailsPassesSize: market cap ≥ $2B$13.4B · ≥ $2.0B
PassesCurrent ratio ≥ 2(quarter ending Jul 31, 2026)3.26 · ≥ 2.00
PassesPositive EPS 10y10y
PassesPays a dividend$0.92 · > 0
FailsEPS growth ≥ 3%/yr(fiscal 2021 to 2026)−4.0% per year · ≥ 3.0%
FailsP/E ≤ 15(TTM through Jul 31, 2026)19.02 · ≤ 15.00
FailsP/E × P/B ≤ 22.5(TTM through Jul 31, 2026)64.34 · ≤ 22.50
Decided by the pass rule for Graham Defensive.The pass rule for Graham Defensive is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Graham Defensive under The screens ›Today's Graham Defensive list ›
Lynch GARPgrowth at reasonable price (historical-CAGR basis)
— Insufficient inputs (1 of 2 known)Unknown — no dataPEG < 1 (hist. growth)— · < 1.00
FailsEPS growth 10–30%(fiscal 2021 to 2026)−4.0% per year · 10.0%–30.0%
Verdict Unknown for this set.Verdict Unknown for this set. 1 of 2 checks below carry data.Lynch GARP under The screens ›Today's Lynch GARP list ›
Income — dividend safety
Income & Dividend Safetycoverage over headline yield
✓ QualifiesPassesPays a dividend$0.92 · > 0
PassesYield in a healthy band (not a yield trap)3.1% · 1.0%–8.0%
PassesCovered by free cash flow2.09 · ≥ 1.20
PassesEarnings payout not stretched59.7% · ≤ 75.0%
PassesBalance sheet can sustain the payout2.0× · ≤ 4.0×
PassesAnnual dividend raised 10+ years running (Aristocrat ≥25, King ≥50)11.00 · ≥ 10.00
PassesNo dividend cut in the last 5 yearsLast cut 1987
Passes5-year dividend growth ≥ 5%/yr5.2% · ≥ 5.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Income & Dividend Safety.The pass rule for Income & Dividend Safety is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Dividend Growthraises you can count on
✓ QualifiesPassesPays a dividend$0.92 · > 0
PassesAnnual dividend raised 10+ years running (Aristocrat ≥25, King ≥50)11.00 · ≥ 10.00
PassesNo dividend cut in the last 5 yearsLast cut 1987
Passes5-year dividend growth ≥ 5%/yr5.2% · ≥ 5.0%
PassesCovered by free cash flow2.09 · ≥ 1.20
PassesPayout not stretched59.7% · ≤ 75.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Dividend Growth.The pass rule for Dividend Growth is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Dividend Growth under The screens ›Today's Dividend Growth list ›
Long Hold — quality compounders
Quality Compounderhigh returns, reinvested, few new shares
~ BorderlineFailsReturn on invested capital ≥ 15% in 4+ of the last 5 years1 of 4 on file
FailsRevenue compounding ≥ 8%/yr over 5 years2.3% per year · ≥ 8.0%
PassesNot diluting: diluted share count flat-to-down (≤ +1%/yr)−0.7% · ≤ 1.0%
PassesFree cash flow margin ≥ 12%18.2% · ≥ 12.0%
PassesEarnings backed by cash (operating cash flow ≥ net income)1.40 · ≥ 1.00
Reading: holds. Not a gate checkDisciplined buybacks: actively reducing the share count (bonus)reading, not a gate check−0.7%
Decided by the pass rule for Quality Compounder.The pass rule for Quality Compounder is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. Lines marked as readings are published beside the checks and are not gate checks.Quality Compounder under The screens ›Today's Quality Compounder list ›
Timing — dip & swing receipts
Drawdown Contexta dip, not a collapse
~ BorderlineFailsOff its 52-week high by 8–35% (a dip, not a collapse)4.3% · 8.0%–35.0%
FailsDip within its own normal pullback band0.13
PassesNot past where its dips have historically recovered from0.01
PassesA dip in an uptrend (above a rising 200-day)27.49
PassesHigher-low structure still intactstructure intact · higher low
Unknown — no dataClear of the earnings blackout (more than 5 days out)— · > 5.00
Decided by the pass rule for Drawdown Context.The pass rule for Drawdown Context is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 6 carry no data.
Reversal Evidencedaily close onlysigns the pullback is turning
~ BorderlineUnknown — no dataA bullish MACD cross within 10 sessions— · ≤ 10.00
PassesReclaimed a rising 50-day EMA27.88
PassesPrinted a higher lowyes
FailsA volume thrust on the turn (≥ 1.2× normal)1.03 · ≥ 1.20
FailsReversal signals fired: 3 of 4 (MACD·MA·HL·Vol)2.00 · ≥ 3.00
Decided by the pass rule for Reversal Evidence.The pass rule for Reversal Evidence is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 5 carry no data.
Not-a-Value-Trap Gatecheap for a good reason, not a broken one
✓ QualifiesPassesIn the cheap half of its own 5-year valuation range(through fiscal 2026)0.3×
PassesEarnings estimates not being cut0.00
PassesReturns on capital not deteriorating0.12
Decided by the pass rule for Not-a-Value-Trap Gate.The pass rule for Not-a-Value-Trap Gate is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Quality Floorpasses the quality/value gate on this dip
✓ QualifiesPassesOperating profit is positive(fiscal 2026: trailing figures for Consumer Defensive are still under review)$1.0B · > 0
PassesReturn on invested capital ≥ 10%(TTM through Jul 31, 2026)12.5% · ≥ 10.0%
PassesA solvent balance sheet (Altman Z ≥ 1.8, net debt/EBITDA ≤ 4)(TTM through Jul 31, 2026)4.5×
PassesQuality score ≥ 5071.10 · ≥ 50.00
PassesRevenue growing over 5 years(fiscal 2021 to 2026)2.3% per year · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Quality Floor.The pass rule for Quality Floor is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Qualified Dipa pullback with receipts, not a falling knife
~ BorderlineA research signal from published criteria, not a recommendation.
FailsDrawdown context4.3% off its 52-week high
FailsReversal evidence2 of 4 signals fired
PassesTrap gate3 of 3 held
PassesQuality floor5 of 5 held
Invalidation level (structure break): below this the dip's structure has broken$25.47
Decided by the pass rule for Qualified Dip.The pass rule for Qualified Dip is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Qualified Dip under The screens ›Today's Qualified Dip list ›
Trend Alignmentprice in a confirmed uptrend
~ BorderlinePassesTrading above its 50-day average27.67
PassesTrading above its 200-day average27.49
Passes50-day average above the 200-day (uptrend stack)27.67
Fails50-day average sloping up−0.00 · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Trend Alignment.The pass rule for Trend Alignment is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Relative Strengthoutperforming, ranked vs the universe
✕ FailsPasses3-month return in the top half of the universe0.68 · ≥ 0.50
Fails12-minus-1 momentum in the top half of the universe0.39 · ≥ 0.50
FailsRelative strength vs the S&P 500 improving−0.00 · > 0
PassesEarnings estimates being revised up0.00
Decided by the pass rule for Relative Strength.The pass rule for Relative Strength is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Momentum Triggera trigger you can see
~ BorderlinePassesMACD above its signal line0.76
Not scored: see the reason belowBack above the 50-day on a fresh cross (≤10 sessions)This is a two-part reading (price back above the 50-day, and a bullish momentum cross inside 10 sessions) and a dated momentum cross is not on record for this name yet, so it is left unscored rather than counted either way.—
PassesHigher high and higher low (stair-stepping up)higher high · higher low
FailsA volume thrust on the move (≥ 1.2× normal)1.03 · ≥ 1.20
Decided by the pass rule for Momentum Trigger.The pass rule for Momentum Trigger is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 4 carry no data.
Volatility Regimecontext, not a signal
Context, not scoredAverage daily swing: normal0.02
Volatility band width: mid-range0.77
Distance from its 52-week high: at / near its highs0.04
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Unknown ≠ failAn “— Unknown” verdict means the inputs were insufficient: context, not a signal, and never counted as a fail.
Common questions
How many investing rule sets does Brown-Forman pass?
Brown-Forman qualifies on 5 of 17 rule sets as of 2026-10-27, with 9 borderline and 2 failing.
Does Brown-Forman meet the Graham Defensive criteria?
Brown-Forman fails the Graham Defensive rule set as of 2026-10-27.
Does Brown-Forman meet the Buffett Quality criteria?
Brown-Forman is borderline on the Buffett Quality rule set as of 2026-10-27.
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