Annual Business Analysis Reports


Finding reliable, long-term investment research can be overwhelming.

This page contains our complete library of annual business analysis reports. Each company is analyzed once per year, using the same framework to assess financial health of the business and gauge its competitive strength, based on the most recent annual report. The goal is to provide clear, comparable insights into long-term business quality, not short-term market noise.

Financial metrics every investor should see

Adobe scores 18 out of 19 points in our financial model, placing it among the top performing companies we track. With high margins, strong earnings, and minimal debt, it stands out even in comparison to tech giants like Microsoft and Apple. Our analysis breaks down exactly how Adobe maintains this strength across financial and competitive dimensions.

Margins, earnings and competitive strength explained

Apple’s 2025 financial performance highlights strong margins, consistent earnings and efficient capital use, supported by a powerful competitive position across key metrics. Despite high liabilities and negative retained earnings, Apple’s profitability and operational discipline keep it among the industry’s top performers and illustrate the robustness of its underlying business model.

Breaking down the numbers behind the decline

BASF’s financials tell a story of increasing strain: low net margins, volatile earnings, and capital expenditures far above ideal thresholds. In this article, we assess the company across key metrics and offer a clear, structured view of its current investment attractiveness.

Quantitative stock analysis

Coca-Cola has consistently demonstrated strong margins, impressive net income growth, and superior competitive strength. However, a detailed financial analysis shows that its stock is currently overvalued by 23%. Explore our full analysis to understand whether this beverage giant remains a worthy investment despite its high price.

Full Financial Health Breakdown & Investment Score

Ferrari stands out with strong gross margins, impressive earnings growth, and disciplined cost control-rare traits among car manufacturers. Our full analysis, based on a custom scoring model, evaluates whether Ferrari qualifies as a financially sound business worth considering for value-focused investors. Discover how it compares to peers and where its strengths and weaknesses lie.

Quantitative stock analysis

Is Kering a value opportunity in the luxury sector? A deep dive into financial performance and competitive positioning shows strengths in margins and earnings consistency, alongside recent strategic investments. Our valuation models suggest a significant disconnect between price and value worth exploring.

High margins, low debt, and a caution flag investors shouldn’t ignore

With top-tier margins and virtually no long-term debt, Monster Beverage stands out in our financial scoring model. Yet a closer look reveals mixed signals: rising SG&A expenses and declining retained earnings raise questions. This article breaks down the company’s performance across four financial categories to assess its investment appeal for long-term value-focused investors.

2025 Competitive Strength Scorecard

Monster Beverage continues to stand out in a competitive landscape. In our 2025 Competitive Strength Scorecard, we benchmark the company against nine major industry rivals using four key financial metrics. The result: Monster outperforms in 74% of all comparisons. This article breaks down the metrics that matter and where Monster excels.

Business health analysis

A strong brand and history of earnings stability contrast with increasing costs and a recent drop in performance. In this article, we assess Porsche’s investment appeal using our scoring model, highlighting where the company shines and where its high expenses and lower returns may deter value-focused investors.