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Definitions of the financial metrics, signals, and structural concepts used throughout StockSignal.

  • Trading Activity

    Trading activity measures the level of buying and selling in a stock, typically expressed through volume metrics that indicate liquidity and investor interest.

  • Trend

    A trend is the general direction of a stock's price movement over time, classified as uptrend, downtrend, or sideways, and used by investors to identify potential trading opportunities.

  • Collection Efficiency

    Collection efficiency measures how quickly a company collects payment from customers, typically expressed as days sales outstanding (DSO) or the receivables turnover ratio.

  • Dividend

    A dividend is a distribution of a company's earnings to shareholders, typically paid in cash on a regular schedule as a way to share profits with investors.

  • Short Interest

    Short interest represents the total number of shares that have been sold short but not yet covered, indicating bearish sentiment and potential future buying pressure.

  • Asset Turnover

    Asset turnover measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate revenue, calculated by dividing total revenue by average total assets.

  • Insider Locked Shares

    Insider locked shares are company shares held by executives, founders, and other insiders that are restricted from public trading, reducing the freely tradeable float.

  • Working Capital

    Working capital is the difference between current assets and current liabilities, representing the short-term liquidity available to fund daily operations.

  • Capital Intensity

    Capital intensity measures how much capital investment a company requires relative to its revenue, indicating the level of fixed assets needed to operate the business.

  • Cash Flow

    Cash flow represents the actual movement of money into and out of a business, providing a clearer picture of financial health than accounting profits alone.

  • 200-Day MA

    The 200-day moving average is the average price of the stock over roughly the last 10 months. Investors use it to judge the long-term trend and overall direction of the stock.

  • 5-Year Average Dividend Yield

    5-year average dividend yield is the typical dividend yield the stock has offered over the past five years. It helps you see whether the current yield is high or low compared to history.

  • 50-Day MA

    The 50-day moving average is the average price of the stock over the last 50 trading days. It smooths out short-term noise and helps show the medium-term trend.

  • 52-Week Change

    52-week change shows how much the stock price has moved over the last year, as a percentage. Positive values mean the stock has gained, negative values mean it has fallen.

  • 52-Week High

    52-week high is the highest price this stock has reached in the past year. It shows the top of the recent price range investors have been willing to pay.

  • 52-Week Low

    52-week low is the lowest price this stock has traded at during the past year. It shows how cheap the stock has been recently compared to today's price.

  • Accounts Payable

    Accounts payable is the amount the company owes suppliers for goods and services already received. It represents short-term bills that still need to be paid.

  • Accounts Receivable

    Accounts receivable is money owed to the company by customers who have not yet paid. Rising receivables can mean growing sales, but also that cash collection is slower.

  • Accrued Liabilities

    Accrued liabilities are expenses that have been incurred but not yet paid. They represent obligations the company owes for services or goods already received.

  • Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income

    Accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) records gains and losses not included in net income, such as unrealized investment gains and foreign currency adjustments.

  • Acquisitions

    Acquisitions on the cash flow statement represent cash spent to purchase other businesses or controlling stakes. They appear under investing activities.

  • ADX 14

    ADX 14 measures trend strength on a 0-100 scale using 14 periods. It does not indicate direction, only how strong the current trend is.

  • ATR 14

    ATR 14 (Average True Range) measures absolute volatility over the last 14 periods. Higher values mean larger typical price moves.

  • Avg 10-Day Volume

    Average 10-day volume is the average number of shares traded per day over the last 10 trading days. Higher volume often means more interest and easier trading.

  • Avg 30-Day Volume

    Average 30-day volume is the average number of shares traded per day over the last 30 trading days. It gives a more stable view of typical trading activity.

  • Basic EPS

    Basic EPS is net income divided by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding. It shows how much profit is attributable to each share.

  • Basic Shares Outstanding

    Basic shares outstanding is the total number of shares currently owned by shareholders, used to calculate basic EPS and other per-share metrics.

  • Beta

    Beta measures how much the stock's price tends to move compared to the overall market. A beta above 1 means bigger ups and downs than the market, while below 1 means calmer movements.

  • Bollinger Bandwidth (20)

    Bollinger bandwidth measures how wide the bands are relative to the middle line. Wider bands mean higher volatility.

  • Bollinger Lower

    The lower Bollinger Band sits two standard deviations below the middle band. Prices touching it may indicate the asset is relatively oversold.

  • Bollinger Lower (20)

    The lower Bollinger band is the mid line minus a volatility buffer. Price touching it can point to strong downside or possible exhaustion.

  • Bollinger Mid (20)

    The 20-period Bollinger middle line is usually a moving average of the price. It is the center of the Bollinger Band.

  • Bollinger Middle

    The middle Bollinger Band is a simple moving average, typically 20 periods. It serves as the baseline for the upper and lower bands.

  • Bollinger Percent B

    Bollinger %B shows where the current price sits relative to the Bollinger Bands. Values above 1 are above the upper band, below 0 are below the lower band.

  • Bollinger Upper

    The upper Bollinger Band sits two standard deviations above the middle band. Prices touching it may indicate the asset is relatively overbought.

  • Bollinger Upper (20)

    The upper Bollinger band is the mid line plus a volatility buffer. Price touching it can signal strong upside or possible overextension.

  • Bollinger Width

    Bollinger Band Width measures the distance between the upper and lower bands. Narrow width suggests low volatility, wide width suggests high volatility.

  • Book Value per Share (MRQ)

    Book value per share is shareholder equity divided by the number of shares. It's the accounting value of each share based on the balance sheet.

  • Capital Expenditure

    Capital expenditure (CapEx) is cash spent on acquiring or improving long-term assets such as property, equipment, or technology.

  • Capital Expenditures

    Capital expenditures are cash spent on long-term assets like buildings, equipment or technology. These investments support future growth but reduce cash in the period when they are made.

  • Cash

    Cash is the money the company has immediately available in bank accounts and on hand. It is the most liquid asset and can be used instantly for payments and investments.

  • Cash & Cash Equivalents

    Cash and cash equivalents combines cash and near-cash investments. It shows how much very liquid money the company has available to meet obligations or seize opportunities.

  • Cash & Cash Equivalents (End of Period)

    End cash position is the total cash and cash equivalents the company has at the end of the period. It shows how much money is left in the company's 'bank account' after all cash inflows and outflows for that year or quarter.

  • Cash Equivalents

    Cash equivalents are very short-term, low-risk investments that are almost as liquid as cash, such as money market funds. Together with cash they form the company's most accessible funds.

  • CCI 20

    CCI 20 (Commodity Channel Index) measures how far the price has moved from its statistical average over 20 periods. Readings above +100 or below -100 may signal unusual strength or weakness.

  • Change

    Change is the absolute difference between the current price and the previous close. It shows how much the price has moved in the current period.

  • Change In Accounts Payable

    Change in accounts payable reflects how much the company's unpaid supplier bills increased or decreased during the period. An increase means cash was conserved.

  • Change in Accounts Payable (CF)

    Change in accounts payable shows how much the company's unpaid bills to suppliers have increased or decreased. Rising payables usually mean the company has delayed payments and kept more cash; falling payables mean it has paid out more cash.

  • Change In Accounts Receivable

    Change in accounts receivable reflects how much money owed by customers increased or decreased. An increase means revenue was recognized but cash was not yet collected.

  • Change in Accounts Receivable (CF)

    Change in accounts receivable shows how much customer invoices have increased or decreased during the period. When receivables grow, the company has less cash collected; when they shrink, more cash has come in.

  • Change In Inventory

    Change in inventory reflects how much the company's stored goods increased or decreased. An increase means cash was spent building up stock.

  • Change in Other Assets/Liabilities

    Change in other assets and liabilities groups together smaller working-capital movements that affect cash. It adjusts profit for changes in items like prepayments, other payables or other short-term balances.

  • Change In Other Working Capital

    Change in other working capital captures movements in current assets and liabilities not separately listed, such as prepaid expenses or accrued liabilities.

  • Change Percent

    Change percent is the percentage difference between the current price and the previous close. It normalizes price movement for comparison across different price levels.

  • Closing Price

    Closing price is the last traded price of the period. It's the most common reference price for charts and indicators.

  • Commodity Channel Index (CCI 20)

    CCI 20 measures how far price has moved away from its 20-period average. High positive or negative values can signal overbought or oversold levels.

  • Common Dividends Paid

    Common dividends paid are the cash payments made to ordinary shareholders. Regular dividends can signal confidence and reward investors, but high payouts leave less cash to reinvest in the business.

  • Common Stock

    Common stock on the balance sheet represents the par value of shares issued to shareholders. It is a component of total stockholders' equity.

  • Common Stock (Book)

    Common stock (book) reflects the value of shares issued to investors recorded at their accounting value, not market price. It forms part of shareholders' equity.

  • Common Stock Issued

    Common stock issued represents cash received from selling new shares to investors. It appears under financing activities on the cash flow statement.

  • Common Stock Repurchase

    Common stock repurchase is the cash used to buy back the company's own shares from the market. This reduces the number of shares outstanding and can support the share price, but it also uses cash that could have been spent elsewhere.

  • Common Stock Repurchased

    Common stock repurchased (buybacks) represents cash spent to buy back the company's own shares. It reduces the number of shares outstanding.

  • Cost of Goods Sold

    Cost of goods sold is the direct cost of producing the company's products or services. It includes materials, labor and manufacturing costs and is subtracted from revenue to calculate gross profit.

  • Cost Of Revenue

    Cost of revenue is the direct cost of producing goods or services sold. It includes materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead directly tied to revenue.

  • Current Ratio (MRQ)

    Current ratio compares current assets to current liabilities. Values above 1 mean the company has more short-term assets than short-term obligations, which generally signals better liquidity.

  • Debt Issued

    Debt issued represents cash received from borrowing, such as issuing bonds or taking on new loans. It appears under financing activities.

  • Debt Repayment

    Debt repayment represents cash used to pay back borrowed funds. It appears under financing activities on the cash flow statement.

  • Deferred Revenue

    Deferred revenue is money the company has collected in advance for products or services it has not yet delivered. It represents an obligation to provide value in the future.

  • Deferred Tax Liabilities

    Deferred tax liabilities arise when taxes owed are recognized in financial statements before they are due to tax authorities. They represent future tax payments.

  • Deferred Taxes (CF)

    Deferred taxes in the cash flow statement reflect timing differences between when tax is recorded in the accounts and when it is paid in cash. Positive amounts typically add back to cash, while negative amounts reduce cash.

  • Depreciation Amortisation

    Depreciation and amortization on the cash flow statement adds back non-cash charges to net income. It is typically the largest adjustment when calculating operating cash flow.

  • Depreciation & Amortization

    Depreciation and amortization are non-cash expenses that spread the cost of assets over time. They reduce reported profit but do not use cash in the current period, so they are added back when calculating cash flow.

  • Diluted EPS

    Diluted EPS is net income per share, assuming all options and other potential shares are converted. It shows how much profit is available per share on a fully diluted basis.

  • Diluted EPS (TTM)

    Diluted EPS (TTM) is net income per share, assuming all options and other potential shares are converted. It shows how much profit is attributable to each fully diluted share.

  • Diluted Shares Outstanding

    Diluted shares outstanding includes all potential shares that could be created from options or convertible securities. It represents the maximum possible share count.

  • Dividends Paid

    Dividends paid is the total cash distributed to shareholders during the period. It appears under financing activities on the cash flow statement.

  • EBIT

    EBIT is earnings before interest and taxes. It measures operating profitability and is widely used to compare companies with different financing structures.

  • EBITDA

    EBITDA is earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. It shows operating performance before non-cash charges and is often used in valuations.

  • ebitda-income

  • EMA 10

    EMA 10 is a 10-period exponential moving average. It gives more weight to recent prices and reacts quickly to short-term changes.

  • EMA 100

    EMA 100 is a 100-period exponential moving average used to identify longer-term trends and filter short-term noise.

  • EMA 12

    EMA 12 is a 12-period exponential moving average that reacts faster to recent price changes than an SMA.

  • EMA 20

    EMA 20 is a 20-period exponential moving average. It balances responsiveness and smoothing, commonly used for short-to-medium-term trend analysis.

  • EMA 200

    EMA 200 is a 200-period exponential moving average widely used to define the long-term trend direction.

  • EMA 26

    EMA 26 is a slower exponential moving average, often paired with EMA 12 for MACD calculations.

  • EMA 5

    EMA 5 is a 5-period exponential moving average. It tracks very short-term price momentum and reacts rapidly to changes.

  • EMA 50

    EMA 50 is a 50-period exponential moving average used to gauge medium-term trend direction.

  • Enterprise to EBITDA

    Enterprise value to EBITDA compares the value of the company to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. It's often used to compare valuations across companies and industries.

  • Enterprise to Revenue

    Enterprise value to revenue compares the total value of the business to its annual revenue. It is another way to see how richly valued the company is compared to its sales.

  • Enterprise Value

    Enterprise value estimates the total value of the business, including debt and excluding cash. It's often seen as the price a buyer would pay to acquire the whole company.

  • EPS (Basic)

    Basic EPS is net income divided by the number of common shares outstanding. It measures how much profit is attributable to each basic share.

  • EPS (Diluted)

    Diluted EPS is net income per share, assuming all potentially convertible securities (options, warrants, etc.) become actual shares. It shows a more conservative view of earnings per share.

  • Float Shares

    Float shares are the shares that are actually available for trading by the public, excluding tightly held insider and locked-up shares. A smaller float can make the stock more volatile.

  • Forward Annual Dividend Rate

    Forward annual dividend rate is the expected total dividend per share over the next year. It shows how much cash per share the company plans to return to shareholders.

  • Forward Annual Dividend Yield

    Forward annual dividend yield is the expected dividend over the next year divided by the current share price. It shows the future income return as a percentage of today's price.

  • Forward P/E

    Forward P/E compares today's share price to expected earnings for the coming year. It reflects what investors think the company will earn in the future, not just what it earned in the past.

  • Free Cash Flow

    Free cash flow is the cash a company has left after paying its everyday costs and the investments needed to keep the business running. It is the money that can be used to pay down debt, pay dividends, buy back shares or invest in new projects.

  • Goodwill

    Goodwill is the premium paid above the fair value of net assets in an acquisition. It reflects intangible value such as brand recognition and customer relationships.

  • Gross Margin

    Gross margin shows how much of each unit of revenue is left after paying for the direct costs of producing goods or services. Higher gross margins usually mean stronger pricing power or efficient production.

  • Gross Profit

    Gross profit is revenue minus the cost of goods sold. It shows how much the company earns from its products or services before paying operating expenses, interest and taxes.

  • Gross Profit (TTM)

    Gross profit (TTM) is total revenue minus the direct costs of goods or services over the last year. It's the money left to cover operating costs, interest, taxes and profit.

  • High

    High is the highest traded price during the period. It marks the upper boundary of the price range.

  • High Price

    High price is the highest traded price during the period. It shows the upside extreme of the session.

  • Income Tax Expense

    Income tax expense is the amount of taxes the company owes based on its earnings. It reduces net income and can vary depending on tax rules and one-time adjustments.

  • Income Tax Paid

    Income tax paid shows the actual cash the company paid in income taxes during the period. It can differ from the tax expense in the income statement because that number is based on accounting rules, not pure cash.

  • Intangible Assets

    Intangible assets are non-physical assets such as patents, trademarks, and licenses. They are recorded on the balance sheet and amortized over their useful life.

  • Interest Expense

    Interest expense is the cost of borrowing money during the period. It appears on the income statement and reduces pre-tax income.

  • Interest Income

    Interest income is earnings from cash deposits, bonds, or other interest-bearing assets. It is reported on the income statement as non-operating income.

  • Interest Paid

    Interest paid is the cash the company spent on interest for its debt. Higher interest payments usually mean more leverage and less free cash available for other uses.

  • Inventory

    Inventory is the value of goods the company has produced or bought and not yet sold. Too much inventory can tie up cash, while too little can lead to lost sales.

  • Is Amortisation

    Income statement amortization is the periodic expense for intangible assets. It spreads the cost of patents, licenses, and similar assets over their useful life.

  • Is Depreciation

    Income statement depreciation is the periodic expense for tangible assets. It spreads the cost of property, equipment, and other physical assets over their useful life.

  • Is Depreciation And Amortisation

    Income statement depreciation and amortization is the combined non-cash expense for both tangible and intangible assets. It reduces reported earnings but does not affect cash flow.

  • Keltner Lower (20)

    The lower Keltner band is the mid line minus a multiple of ATR. Price near or below it can signal strong downside moves.

  • Keltner Mid (20)

    The Keltner channel mid line is usually an EMA of the price. The channel itself tracks trend plus volatility.

  • Keltner Upper (20)

    The upper Keltner band is the mid line plus a multiple of ATR. Price near or above it can signal strong upside moves.

  • Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM)

    Levered free cash flow (TTM) is the cash left after paying operating costs, investments and interest on debt. It shows how much cash is really available to equity holders.

  • Long-term Debt

    Long-term debt is borrowing that is due more than one year in the future, such as bonds and bank loans. It can help finance growth but also increases financial risk.

  • Long-term Debt Issuance

    Long-term debt issuance is the cash received from taking on new long-term loans or bonds. It increases cash today but also increases future obligations to pay interest and repay the debt.

  • Long-term Debt Payments

    Long-term debt payments are the cash outflows used to repay long-term loans or bonds. They reduce debt and interest costs over time but use up cash in the period.

  • Long Term Investments

    Long-term investments are assets the company intends to hold for more than one year, such as equity stakes, bonds, or real estate.

  • Low

    Low is the lowest traded price during the period. It marks the lower boundary of the price range.

  • Low Price

    Low price is the lowest traded price during the period. It shows the downside extreme of the session.

  • MACD

    MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) is the difference between a fast and a slow EMA. It highlights momentum and trend changes.

  • MACD Histogram

    The MACD histogram shows the distance between MACD and its signal line. Growing bars indicate strengthening momentum.

  • MAcd Signal

    The MACD signal line is a 9-period EMA of the MACD line. Crossovers between the MACD and its signal line are used to identify momentum shifts.

  • MACD Signal (9)

    The MACD signal line is a 9-period EMA of MACD. Crossovers between MACD and the signal line can mark potential buy or sell signals.

  • Market Capitalization

    Market capitalization is the total value of all a company's shares at the current share price. It's a quick way to see how big the company is in the stock market.

  • Minority Interest

    Minority interest represents the portion of a subsidiary's equity not owned by the parent company. It appears on the consolidated balance sheet.

  • Minority Interest (Equity)

    Minority interest in equity represents the portion of subsidiaries that is owned by outside shareholders. It shows how much of the group's net assets do not belong to the parent company's shareholders.

  • Minority Interests (P&L)

    Minority interests represent the portion of profit belonging to shareholders who own less than 50% of a subsidiary. This amount is removed to show profit attributable to the parent company.

  • Money Flow Index (MFI 14)

    MFI 14 is a volume-weighted version of RSI. It uses both price and volume to spot overbought or oversold conditions.

  • Net Acquisitions

    Net acquisitions show cash spent on buying other companies minus cash received from selling businesses. Big negative numbers mean the company has been acquiring; positive values can mean it has sold or spun off businesses.

  • Net Cash From Financing Activities

    Net cash from financing activities is the total cash flow from borrowing, repaying debt, issuing shares, buybacks, and dividend payments.

  • Net Cash From Investing Activities

    Net cash from investing activities is the total cash flow from buying and selling long-term assets, investments, and acquisitions.

  • Net Cash From Operating Activities

    Net cash from operating activities is the cash generated by the company's core business operations after adjusting net income for non-cash items and working capital changes.

  • Net Change In Cash

    Net change in cash is the total increase or decrease in cash during the period, combining operating, investing, and financing cash flows.

  • Net Financing Cash Flow

    Net financing cash flow is the total cash the company raises from or returns to investors and lenders. Positive values mean the company is bringing in cash through debt or equity, while negative values mean it is paying down debt, buying back shares or paying dividends.

  • Net Income

    Net income is the final profit after subtracting all expenses, interest and taxes. It is the bottom line of the income statement and represents the earnings available to shareholders.

  • Net Income (CF Statement)

    Net income on the cash flow statement is the starting profit figure taken from the income statement. The cash flow statement then adjusts this number to move from accounting profit to actual cash generated.

  • Net Income Common

    Net income available to common shareholders is the profit remaining after all expenses, taxes, and preferred dividends. It is the basis for calculating earnings per share.

  • Net Income from Continuing Operations

    Net income from continuing operations is the profit from the company's ongoing business activities, excluding any businesses that were sold or discontinued.

  • Net Income (TTM)

    Net income (TTM) is the total profit available to common shareholders over the last year after all expenses, interest and taxes. It is the bottom line of the income statement.

  • Net Intangibles (CF)

    Net intangibles in the cash flow statement usually capture cash spent on or received from intangible assets such as patents, licences or software. Large negative values mean the company is investing in these assets.

  • Net Investing Cash Flow

    Net investing cash flow is the total cash used for or generated by investments in assets and financial instruments. It is often negative for growing companies because they are spending cash to expand.

  • Net Short-term Debt Issuance

    Net short-term debt issuance shows the net cash from borrowing and repaying short-term debt. Positive values mean the company has borrowed more than it repaid; negative values mean it has paid back more than it borrowed.

  • Non-operating Interest Expense

    Non-operating interest expense is the cost of interest on debt that is not tied directly to operating activities. It reduces pre-tax income.

  • Non-operating Interest Income

    Non-operating interest income is the money the company earns from interest on cash, investments or loans. It is not part of the core operating business.

  • OBV

    OBV (On-Balance Volume) is a cumulative volume indicator. It adds volume on up days and subtracts it on down days, showing whether volume supports the price trend.

  • On-Balance Volume (OBV)

    On-Balance Volume (OBV) cumulatively adds volume on up periods and subtracts it on down periods to track buying or selling pressure.

  • Open

    Open is the first traded price of the period. Comparing the open to the close shows whether the period ended higher or lower than where it started.

  • Open Price

    Open price is the first traded price of the period. It shows where trading starts after overnight or weekend news.

  • Operating Cash Flow

    Operating cash flow is the cash the business generates from its normal day-to-day operations before investing and financing. It shows how much cash is coming in from customers after paying suppliers and operating costs.

  • Operating Cash Flow (TTM)

    Operating cash flow (TTM) is the cash the business generated from its core operations over the last year. It shows how much cash the company's normal activities are bringing in.

  • Operating Expenses

    Operating expenses are the costs of running the business beyond direct production costs. They include selling, general and administrative expenses, and research and development.

  • Operating Income

    Operating income is the profit the company makes from its normal business operations after paying operating expenses. It shows the performance of the core business before interest and taxes.

  • Operating Margin

    Operating margin measures how much profit the company makes from its core operations before interest and taxes. It shows how efficiently the company turns sales into operating profit.

  • Other Current Assets

    Other current assets are short-term assets not classified under standard categories like cash, receivables, or inventory.

  • Other Current Liabilities

    Other current liabilities are smaller or mixed short-term obligations that do not fit into specific categories, such as certain taxes or accrued expenses. They still need to be paid within a year.

  • Other Financing Activities

    Other financing activities include cash flows from financing sources not separately categorized, such as payments on finance leases or contingent consideration.

  • Other Financing Charges

    Other financing charges capture smaller or unusual cash flows related to financing, such as fees or one-off costs. They are part of the overall cost of raising and managing capital.

  • Other Income / Expense

    Other income or expense includes financial gains or losses that are not part of the company's main business operations, such as interest income, investment gains or one-time charges.

  • Other Investing Activities

    Other investing activities include cash flows from investing sources not separately categorized, such as proceeds from asset sales or insurance settlements.

  • Other Investing Activity

    Other investing activity groups the remaining investing cash flows that do not fit into the main categories. It can include things like loans to others or cash received from those loans being repaid.

  • Other Non-cash Items

    Other non-cash items capture adjustments that affect reported profit but not current cash, such as write-downs or unrealised gains and losses. These are added back or subtracted to get closer to real cash flow.

  • Other Non Current Assets

    Other non-current assets are long-term assets not classified under standard categories like property, equipment, or intangibles.

  • Other Non-current Liabilities

    Other non-current liabilities are longer-term obligations that are not classic loans, such as pension obligations or long-term provisions. They show future claims on the company's resources.

  • Other Operating Expenses

    Other operating expenses include smaller or miscellaneous costs related to running the business that don't fall into standard categories. They reduce operating income.

  • Other Short-term Investments

    Other short-term investments are financial assets that can usually be sold or converted into cash within a year, such as marketable securities. They add to the company's flexibility beyond pure cash.

  • Payout Ratio

    Payout ratio shows how much of the company's earnings are paid out as dividends. Very high payout ratios can be hard to sustain, while very low ones can signal room to increase dividends.

  • PEG Ratio

    The PEG ratio compares the P/E ratio to the company's expected growth rate. Values around 1 are often seen as 'fair', while much higher values can mean the stock is expensive relative to its growth.

  • %B (Bollinger 20)

    %B shows where price sits between the lower and upper Bollinger bands. 0 means at the lower band, 1 at the upper band.

  • % Held by Insiders

    % held by insiders shows how much of the company is owned by management, founders and other insiders. Higher insider ownership can align management with shareholders but also reduce the free float.

  • % Held by Institutions

    % held by institutions shows how much of the company is owned by big investors such as funds and pension plans. High institutional ownership can signal confidence but sometimes also herd behaviour.

  • Pivot Point

    A pivot point is a calculated price level based on the previous period's high, low, and close. It is used as a reference for potential support and resistance.

  • Pre-tax Income

    Pre-tax income is the company's profit before taxes are deducted. It reflects the combined effect of operating performance and non-operating items.

  • Preferred Stock Dividends

    Preferred stock dividends are payments owed to holders of preferred shares. These payments are subtracted from profit before calculating earnings for common shareholders.

  • Previous Close

    Previous close is the closing price from the prior trading period. It serves as a reference point for calculating daily price changes.

  • Price to Book (MRQ)

    Price to book compares the market value of the company to its accounting book value. Low values can hint at undervaluation or weak assets, while high values can reflect strong brands or intangible value.

  • Price to Sales (TTM)

    Price to sales compares the value of the company to its total sales over the last year. It's useful for companies with low or negative earnings, where P/E is less meaningful.

  • Profit Margin

    Profit margin shows how much of each unit of revenue becomes net profit after all expenses. Higher profit margins generally mean a more profitable and efficient business.

  • Property Plant Equipment

    Property, plant and equipment (PP&E) are tangible long-term assets used in operations. They are recorded at cost and depreciated over their useful life.

  • Purchase of Investments

    Purchase of investments is the cash spent on financial investments such as bonds, shares or other securities. It reduces cash today in the hope of earning returns in the future.

  • Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY)

    Quarterly earnings growth year-over-year shows how much profit has changed compared to the same quarter last year. Positive values mean earnings are growing; negative values mean they are shrinking.

  • Quarterly Revenue Growth

    Quarterly revenue growth shows how much revenue has increased or decreased compared to the same quarter a year ago. Positive growth means the company is growing its top line.

  • Research & Development

    Research and development expenses represent money spent on developing new products, technologies or improvements. High R&D can support future growth but reduces current profit.

  • Resistance 1

    Resistance 1 (R1) is the first resistance level above the pivot point, calculated from the previous period's price range. It marks a potential area where selling pressure may increase.

  • Resistance 2

    Resistance 2 (R2) is the second resistance level above the pivot point. It represents a further potential ceiling for price movement.

  • Retained Earnings

    Retained earnings are the accumulated profits the company has kept rather than paid out as dividends. They show how much profit has been reinvested back into the business over time.

  • Return

    Return is the price change for the period, usually expressed as a percentage. Positive values mean gains, negative values mean losses.

  • Return on Assets (TTM)

    Return on assets shows how effectively the company uses all its assets to generate profit. Higher ROA usually signals more efficient use of the company's resources.

  • Return on Equity (TTM)

    Return on equity shows how much profit the company generates for each unit of shareholder equity. Higher ROE can signal strong profitability, but very high ROE can sometimes be driven by high leverage.

  • Revenue

    Revenue is the total amount of money the company earned from selling its products or services. It is the top-line number that reflects the overall size of the company's business.

  • Revenue per Share (TTM)

    Revenue per share divides total revenue over the last year by the number of shares. It shows how much sales the company generates for each share.

  • Revenue (TTM)

    Revenue (TTM) is the company's total sales over the last twelve months. It shows the overall size and scale of the business.

  • RSI 14

    RSI 14 (Relative Strength Index) measures the speed and size of recent price moves on a 0–100 scale. Above 70 is often seen as overbought, below 30 as oversold.

  • RSI 7

    RSI 7 is a 7-period Relative Strength Index. It is more sensitive than the standard 14-period RSI and responds faster to recent price changes.

  • Sale of Investments

    Sale of investments is the cash received from selling financial investments. It increases cash but may also mean the company is realising gains, reducing risk or freeing up funds.

  • Selling General Administrative

    SG&A (Selling, General and Administrative) covers overhead costs such as salaries, rent, marketing, and management expenses. It is a major component of operating expenses.

  • Selling, General & Administrative

    Selling, general and administrative expenses include sales, marketing, administrative staff and overhead. These costs support the business but are not directly tied to production.

  • Shares Outstanding

    Shares outstanding is the total number of shares that exist for this company. It's used to calculate things like market value and earnings per share.

  • Shares Short

    Shares short is the total number of shares that investors have borrowed and sold, hoping to buy back cheaper later. A high short interest can signal pessimism or set up potential short squeezes.

  • Short % of Shares Outstanding

    Short % of shares outstanding shows what fraction of all shares have been sold short. A high percentage can mean strong bearish sentiment or the potential for a short squeeze.

  • Short Ratio

    Short ratio (days to cover) tells you how many days of average trading it would take for all short sellers to buy back their borrowed shares. Higher values mean shorts could take longer to close their positions.

  • Short-term Debt

    Short-term debt includes loans and borrowings that must be repaid within a year. High short-term debt increases near-term refinancing and repayment risk.

  • Short Term Investments

    Short-term investments are liquid assets the company expects to convert to cash within one year, such as treasury bills or short-term bonds.

  • SMA 10

    SMA 10 is the simple moving average of the price over the last 10 periods. It smooths short-term noise.

  • SMA 100

    SMA 100 is a slower moving average that reflects the intermediate trend over roughly 100 periods.

  • SMA 20

    SMA 20 is the average closing price over the last 20 periods. Often used as a short-term trend line.

  • SMA 200

    SMA 200 is a long-term moving average. Prices above it often signal a long-term uptrend; below it, a downtrend.

  • SMA 30

    SMA 30 smooths the last 30 periods of price, giving a slightly slower view of the short-term trend.

  • SMA 5

    SMA 5 is the simple moving average over the last 5 periods. It tracks very short-term price direction and is sensitive to recent changes.

  • SMA 50

    SMA 50 tracks the average price over the last 50 periods. It's a common medium-term trend indicator.

  • Stochastic D

    Stochastic %D is a moving average of the Stochastic %K line. It acts as a signal line, and crossovers with %K are used to identify turning points.

  • Stochastic %D (3)

    Stochastic %D is a 3-period moving average of %K. It smooths the stochastic signal and is often used for crossovers.

  • Stochastic K

    Stochastic %K measures where the current close sits relative to the high-low range over a set number of periods. Values above 80 suggest overbought conditions, below 20 suggest oversold.

  • Stochastic %K (14)

    Stochastic %K compares the current close to the high–low range over the last 14 periods. High values mean price is near recent highs.

  • Stock-based Compensation

    Stock-based compensation is the value of shares or options given to employees as part of their pay. It counts as an expense in profit, but it does not use cash directly in the period so it is added back in the cash flow.

  • Support 1

    Support 1 (S1) is the first support level below the pivot point, calculated from the previous period's price range. It marks a potential area where buying interest may increase.

  • Support 2

    Support 2 (S2) is the second support level below the pivot point. It represents a deeper potential floor for price movement.

  • Total Assets

    Total assets is the value of everything the company owns, such as cash, buildings, machines and investments. It shows the overall size of the company's balance sheet.

  • Total Cash (MRQ)

    Total cash (MRQ) is the amount of cash and cash-like assets the company had at the end of the most recent quarter. It shows the immediate financial buffer available.

  • Total Cash per Share (MRQ)

    Total cash per share divides the company's cash balance by the number of shares. It shows how much cash backs each share of stock.

  • Total Current Assets

    Total current assets includes cash and other assets that are expected to be turned into cash within a year, like receivables and inventory. It is a key part of the company's short-term financial strength.

  • Total Current Liabilities

    Total current liabilities are obligations that must be paid within a year, such as supplier bills, short-term debt and taxes due. They are important for understanding short-term pressure on cash.

  • Total Debt (MRQ)

    Total debt (MRQ) is the amount of all interest-bearing debt at the end of the most recent quarter. Higher debt can increase risk but also help finance growth.

  • Total Debt to Equity (MRQ)

    Total debt to equity compares the amount of debt to the amount of shareholder equity. Higher values mean the company is more leveraged and relies more on borrowing.

  • Total Liabilities

    Total liabilities is the total amount of money the company owes to others, both short-term and long-term. It includes loans, bills, taxes and other obligations.

  • Total Non-current Assets

    Total non-current assets includes long-term items like property, equipment and long-term investments. These are assets the company expects to use for many years.

  • Total Non-current Liabilities

    Total non-current liabilities are debts and obligations that do not need to be paid within the next year, such as long-term loans and bonds. They show the company's longer-term financial commitments.

  • Total Shareholders' Equity

    Total shareholders' equity is the residual value of the company after all liabilities are subtracted from assets. It represents the book value belonging to the company's owners.

  • Trailing Annual Dividend Rate

    Trailing annual dividend rate is the total dividend per share paid over the last year. It shows what the company actually distributed in the recent past.

  • Trailing Annual Dividend Yield

    Trailing annual dividend yield is last year's dividend divided by the current share price. It shows the recent income return based on today's price.

  • Trailing P/E

    Trailing P/E compares the current share price to the company's earnings per share over the last year. Higher P/E often reflects higher growth expectations, while lower P/E can signal lower expectations or potential undervaluation.

  • Treasury Stock

    Treasury stock is the value of the company's own shares it has bought back and holds instead of cancelling. It reduces total equity and indicates past share repurchases.

  • Volume

    Volume is the number of shares traded in the period. High volume usually means stronger interest and more reliable moves.

  • VWAP

    VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price) is the average price weighted by volume throughout a trading session. It is widely used as a benchmark for execution quality.

  • VWAP 20

    VWAP 20 (Volume-Weighted Average Price) uses price and volume over 20 periods. It gives a fair-value style average price.

  • VWAP 50

    VWAP 50 looks at volume-weighted price over a longer 50-period window, giving a slower-moving fair value.

  • Williams R

    Williams %R measures overbought and oversold levels on a scale from 0 to -100. Readings above -20 suggest overbought conditions, below -80 suggest oversold.

  • Volatility

    Volatility measures the degree of variation in a stock's price over time, serving as a key indicator of investment risk and potential reward.

  • Leverage

    Leverage refers to the use of borrowed money to finance a company's operations and investments, amplifying both potential returns and risks for shareholders.

  • Valuation

    Valuation is the process of determining what a company or stock is worth, using various methods to estimate intrinsic value and compare it to current market prices.

  • Profitability

    Profitability measures how effectively a company converts revenue into profit, reflecting its pricing power, cost management, and overall business efficiency.

  • Inventory Management

    Inventory management refers to how effectively a company controls its stock of goods, balancing the need to meet customer demand against the costs of holding excess inventory.

  • Financial Risk

    Financial risk refers to the possibility that a company cannot meet its debt obligations, maintain operations during downturns, or fund growth due to its capital structure and cash flow characteristics.

  • Financial Strength

    Financial strength measures a company's ability to meet its obligations, withstand economic shocks, and fund future growth through its combination of cash reserves, debt levels, and cash flow generation.

  • Growth

    Growth in investing refers to the rate at which a company expands its revenues, earnings, and cash flows over time, serving as a key driver of stock price appreciation and long-term value creation.

  • Earnings Quality

    Earnings quality measures how accurately reported profits reflect a company's true economic performance and how sustainable those earnings appear based on their underlying composition.

  • Capital Allocation

    Capital allocation is how a company decides to deploy its financial resources across investments, dividends, debt repayment, and share buybacks.

  • Liquidity

    Liquidity measures a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations using readily available cash and assets that can be quickly converted to cash.

  • Ownership

    Ownership analysis examines who holds a company's shares, including insiders, institutions, and retail investors, providing insights into investor confidence and potential stock behavior.

  • Operating Leverage

    Operating leverage measures how a company's operating income changes relative to changes in revenue, determined by the proportion of fixed versus variable costs in its cost structure.

  • Momentum

    Momentum is a technical analysis concept describing the observed pattern where recent stock performance persists over intermediate time horizons—recent winners continue rising and recent losers continue declining.

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