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How Hedge Scores turn evidence into a consistent research read.

The Hedge Score is a 0–100 research-quality indicator. It combines the latest available company evidence and market context into a comparable snapshot; it does not predict returns or tell you to buy or sell.

75–100Stronger setupEvidence is comparatively supportive and risks are better balanced.
50–74Mixed setupSupportive and adverse evidence compete, or confidence is limited.
0–49Weaker setupRisks, adverse evidence, or evidence gaps weigh on the current read.
Not scoredInsufficient evidenceThe platform avoids forcing a score when verified inputs are too limited.

What goes into the score

  • Current AI signalBullish, Neutral, or Bearish synthesis.
  • Evidence confidenceRecency, relevance, consistency, and corroboration.
  • Company developmentsFilings, earnings, guidance, capital actions, and material news.
  • Catalyst and risk balanceForward events weighed against identifiable downside.
  • Market contextPrice behavior and security-specific monitoring inputs.

What confidence means

Confidence measures the strength and consistency of the evidence behind the research view. It is not the probability that a security will rise or fall. A strong-looking score with lower confidence deserves more verification than the same score supported by recent, corroborated evidence.

Why scores change

Scores can move when new verified evidence arrives, older evidence loses relevance, market context changes, or previously conflicting information is resolved.

Portfolio Score

The portfolio score is separate from a stock Hedge Score. It blends diversification, concentration control, estimated market risk, and Hedge Book research coverage. A high-scoring stock can still create poor portfolio risk when it becomes an oversized position.

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Refresh and traceability

Market and research-source refreshes run four times daily. Pages display the latest successful update timestamps, and research answers preserve available source links so users can verify the evidence independently.

Delays, source gaps, stale quotes, and model limitations can affect results. When evidence is insufficient, the product should state that limitation instead of implying certainty.

Responsible use

Hedge Scores are research summaries—not ratings, price targets, suitability assessments, or personalized financial advice. Always examine the underlying evidence, your time horizon, position size, liquidity needs, and risk tolerance before making an investment decision.