Quality 40-40 (ROCE > 25 + OPM > 20 + Low Debt) — Quality stock screen for NSE and BSE companies
The top-decile fundamentals stack: ROCE above 25%, operating margin above 20%, debt-to-equity under 0.25 and market cap above ₹1,000 Cr. The screen evaluates quality criteria across quarterly consolidated filings and surfaces ROCE, Opm Percentage, Debt / equity, Profit growth for every matching company, alongside price, market capitalisation and valuation context.
Results are rebuilt from quarterly filings: anchor to a reporting period with the period control, switch between a focused metric view and the full column set, sort any column, and follow each symbol into its company page for statements, shareholding history and ratio analysis.
The methodology, column definitions and analysis guidelines on this page are free to read; the live results table is a JustTicks premium feature. Screening output is a research starting point — verify the underlying filings before acting, since a company can pass numerical filters while carrying risks the selected metrics never capture.
What does the Quality 40-40 (ROCE > 25 + OPM > 20 + Low Debt) screener identify?
The top-decile fundamentals stack: ROCE above 25%, operating margin above 20%, debt-to-equity under 0.25 and market cap above ₹1,000 Cr. The screen ranks matching companies on ROCE, Opm Percentage, Debt / equity, Profit growth using quarterly consolidated filings, with every row linking to the company's full fundamentals workspace.
How often is the Quality 40-40 (ROCE > 25 + OPM > 20 + Low Debt) screener updated?
The underlying data refreshes with quarterly shareholding and fundamental filings. A reporting-period control lets you anchor results to the latest quarter or compare earlier windows, and the reporting basis is consolidated.
Is the Quality 40-40 (ROCE > 25 + OPM > 20 + Low Debt) screener free to use?
The methodology, metric definitions and analysis guide on this page are free to read. The live results table requires a JustTicks premium subscription — this screen is classified as a fundamental, low-risk strategy.
Related JustTicks tools: All fundamental screeners, Quality at Fair Price (QARP), High Quality Compounders, Magic Formula (Greenblatt)
Quality 40-40 (ROCE > 25 + OPM > 20 + Low Debt)
The top-decile fundamentals stack: ROCE above 25%, operating margin above 20%, debt-to-equity under 0.25 and market cap above ₹1,000 Cr.
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Understanding Quality Screening
The top-decile fundamentals stack: ROCE above 25%, operating margin above 20%, debt-to-equity under 0.25 and market cap above ₹1,000 Cr. Results are rebuilt from quarterly consolidated filings for NSE and BSE listed companies, with a reporting-period control to anchor or compare windows.
Key analysis points
- Quality stocks have consistent high returns on capital
- Low debt with high ROCE indicates efficient capital use
- Positive cash flow confirms earnings quality
- Consistent earnings growth shows business stability
- Quality companies often command premium valuations
Analysis guidelines
- Look for ROCE > 15% sustained over multiple years
- Debt/Equity < 0.5 for financial stability
- Positive free cash flow is essential for quality
- Check earnings consistency across business cycles
- Quality at reasonable price is ideal
Pro tips
- Buy quality stocks during market corrections
- Hold quality stocks for long-term compounding
- Don't overpay for quality - wait for fair valuation
- Quality with growth creates exceptional long-term returns
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
What does the Quality 40-40 (ROCE > 25 + OPM > 20 + Low Debt) screener identify?
The top-decile fundamentals stack: ROCE above 25%, operating margin above 20%, debt-to-equity under 0.25 and market cap above ₹1,000 Cr. The screen ranks matching companies on ROCE, Opm Percentage, Debt / equity, Profit growth using quarterly consolidated filings, with every row linking to the company's full fundamentals workspace.
How often is the Quality 40-40 (ROCE > 25 + OPM > 20 + Low Debt) screener updated?
The underlying data refreshes with quarterly shareholding and fundamental filings. A reporting-period control lets you anchor results to the latest quarter or compare earlier windows, and the reporting basis is consolidated.
Is the Quality 40-40 (ROCE > 25 + OPM > 20 + Low Debt) screener free to use?
The methodology, metric definitions and analysis guide on this page are free to read. The live results table requires a JustTicks premium subscription — this screen is classified as a fundamental, low-risk strategy.
For educational and informational purposes only — not investment advice. Data from quarterly consolidated filings (NSE/BSE); verify against exchange disclosures before acting.