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How PLUS measures up against value, income, timing, and long-hold tenets. Every criterion shows the live number and the pass rule. Always free.
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).
3 / 17 qualify todayas of 2026-10-02 · computed nightly from our fundamentals DB; point-in-time auditable.
QUALIFIES
3
meet every gate today
BORDERLINE
6
within one input of the gate
FAILS
8
miss at least one gate
UNKNOWN
0
insufficient data to judge
passesfailsborderlineunknown
Value — six classic philosophies
Buffett Qualitydurable moat
✕ FailsFailsROE ≥ 15%(TTM through Mar 31, 2026)13.0% · ≥ 15.0%
FailsGross margin ≥ 40%(TTM through Mar 31, 2026)25.2% · ≥ 40.0%
FailsNet margin ≥ 15%(TTM through Mar 31, 2026)5.4% · ≥ 15.0%
Unknown — no dataDebt/equity ≤ 0.5— · ≤ 0.50
FailsGrowing FCF (multi-yr)Free cash flow was negative in fiscal 2026.no · > 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. 1 of 5 carry no data.Buffett Quality under The screens ›
Piotroski F-Scorefinancial strength
✕ 5 / 9PassesReturn on assets positive(fiscal 2026)7.4% · > 0
FailsOperating cash flow positive(fiscal 2026)−$116.2M · > 0
PassesReturn on assets improving(fiscal 2026)5.6% → 7.4%
FailsEarnings backed by cash (CFO > net income)(fiscal 2026)−$116.2M vs $132.6M
FailsLeverage falling (long-term debt / assets)(fiscal 2026)We hold no record of long-term debt as a share of assets for both years for this company, so this signal could not be measured. It still scores 0 under this module's conservative rule (a point is never awarded without evidence), and it is not counted as one of the signals we were able to measure.no
PassesCurrent ratio improving(fiscal 2026)1.70 → 2.24
PassesNo share dilution (≤ +2%)(fiscal 2026)−1.1%
FailsGross margin expanding(fiscal 2026)25.6% → 25.2%
PassesAsset turnover improving(fiscal 2026)1.06 → 1.36
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 5 of 9. 1 of 9 carry no data.Piotroski F-Score under The screens ›
Munger Compoundershigh-ROIC quality
✕ FailsFailsROIC ≥ 15%(TTM through Mar 31, 2026)11.1% · ≥ 15.0%
Unknown — no dataNet debt/EBITDA ≤ 3×— · ≤ 3.0×
FailsAltman Z ≥ 3 (safe zone)(TTM through Mar 31, 2026)0.00 · ≥ 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. 1 of 3 carry no data.Munger Compounders under The screens ›
Magic FormulaROC + earnings yield (threshold check; full rank needs universe)
✓ QualifiesPassesEBIT > 0(TTM through Mar 31, 2026)$166.1M · > 0
PassesEarnings yield EBIT/EV ≥ 6%(TTM through Mar 31, 2026)8.2% · ≥ 6.0%
Unknown — no dataReturn on capital ≥ 25%— · ≥ 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. 1 of 3 carry no data.About this screen ›
Graham Defensivemargin of safety
~ BorderlinePassesSize: market cap ≥ $2B$2.4B · ≥ $2.0B
PassesCurrent ratio ≥ 2(quarter ending Mar 31, 2026)2.24 · ≥ 2.00
PassesPositive EPS 9yWe hold no record of earnings per share or net income for fiscal 2019, so that year is left out and this test covers the 9 fiscal years we can judge.9y
PassesPays a dividend$0.75 · > 0
PassesEPS growth ≥ 3%/yr(fiscal 2021 to 2026)12.7% per year · ≥ 3.0%
FailsP/E ≤ 15(TTM through the newest quarter)18.47 · ≤ 15.00
FailsP/E × P/B ≤ 22.5(TTM through the newest quarter)41.97 · ≤ 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 ›
Lynch GARPgrowth at reasonable price (historical-CAGR basis)
✕ FailsFailsPEG < 1 (hist. growth)(through fiscal 2026)1.46 · < 1.00
PassesEPS growth 10–30%(fiscal 2021 to 2026)12.7% per year · 10.0%–30.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Lynch GARP.The pass rule for Lynch GARP is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Lynch GARP under The screens ›
Income — dividend safety
Income & Dividend Safetycoverage over headline yield
✕ FailsPassesPays a dividend$0.75 · > 0
FailsYield in a healthy band (not a yield trap)0.8% · 1.0%–8.0%
FailsCovered by free cash flow−6.14 · ≥ 1.20
PassesEarnings payout not stretched14.8% · ≤ 75.0%
Unknown — no dataBalance sheet can sustain the payout— · ≤ 4.0×
FailsAnnual dividend raised 10+ years running (Aristocrat ≥25, King ≥50)0.00 · ≥ 10.00
FailsNo dividend cut in the last 5 yearsLast cut 2024
Unknown — no data5-year dividend growth ≥ 5%/yr— · ≥ 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. 2 of 8 carry no data.
Dividend Growthraises you can count on
✕ FailsPassesPays a dividend$0.75 · > 0
FailsAnnual dividend raised 10+ years running (Aristocrat ≥25, King ≥50)0.00 · ≥ 10.00
FailsNo dividend cut in the last 5 yearsLast cut 2024
Unknown — no data5-year dividend growth ≥ 5%/yr— · ≥ 5.0%
FailsCovered by free cash flow−6.14 · ≥ 1.20
PassesPayout not stretched14.8% · ≤ 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. 1 of 6 carry no data.Dividend Growth under The screens ›
Long Hold — quality compounders
Quality Compounderhigh returns, reinvested, few new shares
✕ FailsFailsReturn on invested capital ≥ 15% in 4+ of the last 5 years0 of 4 on file
PassesRevenue compounding ≥ 8%/yr over 5 years9.3% per year · ≥ 8.0%
PassesNot diluting: diluted share count flat-to-down (≤ +1%/yr)−0.3% · ≤ 1.0%
FailsFree cash flow margin ≥ 12%−4.9% · ≥ 12.0%
FailsEarnings backed by cash (operating cash flow ≥ net income)−0.88 · ≥ 1.00
Reading: holds. Not a gate checkDisciplined buybacks: actively reducing the share count (bonus)reading, not a gate check−0.3%
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 ›
Timing — dip & swing receipts
Drawdown Contexta dip, not a collapse
~ BorderlineFailsOff its 52-week high by 8–35% (a dip, not a collapse)5.3% · 8.0%–35.0%
PassesDip within its own normal pullback band0.12
PassesNot past where its dips have historically recovered from0.23
PassesA dip in an uptrend (above a rising 200-day)85.16
PassesHigher-low structure still intactstructure intact · higher low
PassesClear of the earnings blackout (more than 5 days out)39.00 · > 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.
Reversal Evidencedaily close onlysigns the pullback is turning
~ BorderlineFailsA bullish MACD cross within 10 sessions19.00 · ≤ 10.00
PassesReclaimed a rising 50-day EMA89.39
PassesPrinted a higher lowyes
FailsA volume thrust on the turn (≥ 1.2× normal)0.90 · ≥ 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.
Not-a-Value-Trap Gatecheap for a good reason, not a broken one
~ BorderlineFailsIn the cheap half of its own 5-year valuation range(through fiscal 2026)0.8×
PassesEarnings estimates not being cut0.01
PassesReturns on capital not deteriorating0.11
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
~ BorderlinePassesOperating profit is positive(TTM through Mar 31, 2026)$166.1M · > 0
PassesReturn on invested capital ≥ 10%(TTM through Mar 31, 2026)11.1% · ≥ 10.0%
Not scored: see the reason belowA solvent balance sheet (Altman Z ≥ 1.8, net debt/EBITDA ≤ 4)(TTM through Mar 31, 2026)We hold no net-debt figure for this company, so only the Altman Z half of this two-part test (the number shown beside this line) could be measured. It is left unscored rather than counted either way.0.0×
FailsQuality score ≥ 5032.80 · ≥ 50.00
PassesRevenue growing over 5 years(fiscal 2021 to 2026)9.3% 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. 1 of 5 carry no data.
Qualified Dipa pullback with receipts, not a falling knife
~ BorderlineA research signal from published criteria, not a recommendation.
FailsDrawdown context5.3% off its 52-week high
FailsReversal evidence2 of 4 signals fired
FailsTrap gate2 of 3 held
FailsQuality floor3 of 5 held · 1 no data
Invalidation level (structure break): below this the dip's structure has broken$79.11
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 ›
Trend Alignmentprice in a confirmed uptrend
✓ QualifiesPassesTrading above its 50-day average89.88
PassesTrading above its 200-day average85.16
Passes50-day average above the 200-day (uptrend stack)89.88
Passes50-day average sloping up0.03 · > 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
✓ QualifiesPasses3-month return in the top half of the universe0.86 · ≥ 0.50
Passes12-minus-1 momentum in the top half of the universe0.63 · ≥ 0.50
PassesRelative strength vs the S&P 500 improving0.00 · > 0
PassesEarnings estimates being revised up0.01
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
✕ FailsFailsMACD above its signal line0.56
FailsBack above the 50-day on a fresh cross (≤10 sessions)19.00
PassesHigher high and higher low (stair-stepping up)higher high · higher low
FailsA volume thrust on the move (≥ 1.2× normal)0.90 · ≥ 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.
Volatility Regimecontext, not a signal
Context, not scoredAverage daily swing: normal0.03
Volatility band width: squeezed (compressed range)0.03
Distance from its 52-week high: a modest pullback0.05
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Unknown ≠ failAn “— Unknown” verdict means the inputs were insufficient: context, not a signal, and never counted as a fail.
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