Ten Signs of Value

Here are ten "core" signs of value to guide your value investing process.  When all or most signs are present, the business is on the right track.

1. Steady or Increasing Return on Equity (ROE)
2. Strong and Growing Profitability
3. Improving Productivity
4. Producer, NOT Consumer of Capital
5. The Right Valuation Ratios
6. A Franchise
7. Price Control
8. Market Leadership
9. Candid Management
10. Customer Care