Nordson Corporation (NDSN) — Quality & forensics

As of 2026-09-14 — refreshed nightly. Closelook readings from an investment research diary, not ratings or advice.

The Closelook module scores

56 /100 composite · 7 modules · semis-cyclical 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

5.76 Altman Z-Score

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

7/9 Piotroski F-Score

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

-2.65 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 2026-09-14

Quick answers

What is Nordson Corporation's Closelook quality reading?

The composite reads 56/100 across 7 modules, as of 2026-09-14: valuation 40, quality 66, growth 46, balance sheet 51, cash quality 61, capital allocation 66, momentum 65. Closelook scores are research diary readings, not ratings or investment advice.

What is Nordson Corporation's Altman Z-Score?

5.76, which sits in the safe zone (above 2.99) as of 2026-09-14. The Altman Z-Score estimates financial distress risk from five balance-sheet and earnings ratios.

What is Nordson Corporation's Piotroski F-Score?

7 of 9, as of 2026-09-14. The F-Score counts nine binary fundamental-strength signals across profitability, leverage and operating efficiency.

What does Nordson Corporation's Beneish M-Score indicate?

-2.65 — below the −1.78 manipulation-risk threshold, as of 2026-09-14. The M-Score screens reported earnings for statistical manipulation patterns; it is a screen, not an accusation.

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