Under 20 dollars

Screening Filters & Rationale

1. Market Cap (Minimum $500M):

   • Purpose: Focus on mid-to-large-sized companies for stability and reduced risk.
   • Rationale: Ensures the selection of financially stable companies with sufficient market presence.

2. Dividend Yield TTM (Minimum 2%):

   • Purpose: Target stocks that provide consistent income through dividends.
   • Rationale: A minimum yield ensures the inclusion of income-generating investments.

3. Price (Maximum $20):

   • Purpose: Identify affordable stocks for investors with a budget constraint.
   • Rationale: Limits the selection to stocks priced under $20, aligning with the user's request.

4. Gross Margin (Minimum 30%):

   • Purpose: Focus on companies with strong profitability and operational efficiency.
   • Rationale: A higher gross margin indicates better cost management and profitability.

5. Relative Volume (Minimum 1.5):

   • Purpose: Select stocks with higher-than-average trading activity.
   • Rationale: Increased volume suggests strong investor interest and potential price movement.

6. Beta (Low Risk):

   • Purpose: Prioritize low-volatility stocks for reduced market risk.
   • Rationale: Low beta stocks are less sensitive to market fluctuations, suitable for risk-averse investors.

7. Weekly Average Turnover (Minimum $1M):

   • Purpose: Ensure liquidity for ease of buying and selling.
   • Rationale: High turnover indicates active trading and reduces the risk of illiquidity.

8. Return on Equity (Minimum 10%):

   • Purpose: Focus on companies with strong financial performance.
   • Rationale: A higher ROE reflects efficient use of equity to generate profits.