BASF SE (BAS.DE) — Quality & forensics

As of 2026-08-06 — refreshed nightly. Closelook readings from an investment research diary, not ratings or advice.

The Closelook module scores

51 /100 composite · 7 modules · general weight set

Scores are computed nightly across the coverage universe and read relative to it — the methodology lives in the company-scoring explainer.

Financial forensics — the academic screens

2.22 Altman Z-Score

Sits in the grey zone (1.81–2.99). The Z-Score estimates financial-distress risk from five balance-sheet and earnings ratios.

8/9 Piotroski F-Score

Nine binary fundamental-strength checks across profitability, leverage and operating efficiency.

-3.78 Beneish M-Score

Screens reported earnings for statistical manipulation patterns — below the −1.78 manipulation-risk threshold. A screen, not an accusation.

FAQ · from the current data · as of 2026-08-06

Quick answers

What is BASF SE's Closelook quality reading?

The composite reads 51/100 across 7 modules, as of 2026-08-06: valuation 73, quality 28, growth 60, balance sheet 26, cash quality 67, capital allocation 68, momentum 52. Closelook scores are research diary readings, not ratings or investment advice.

What is BASF SE's Altman Z-Score?

2.22, which sits in the grey zone (1.81–2.99) as of 2026-08-06. The Altman Z-Score estimates financial distress risk from five balance-sheet and earnings ratios.

What is BASF SE's Piotroski F-Score?

8 of 9, as of 2026-08-06. The F-Score counts nine binary fundamental-strength signals across profitability, leverage and operating efficiency.

What does BASF SE's Beneish M-Score indicate?

-3.78 — below the −1.78 manipulation-risk threshold, as of 2026-08-06. The M-Score screens reported earnings for statistical manipulation patterns; it is a screen, not an accusation.

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