In many respects, business success requires subjective judgment. However, over time, good companies tend to leave good footprints, which become most visible when company data

is compared to industry/sector/market benchmarks. That's how you see when companies perform well, not just because a rising business tide lifts all boats, but because the company

is doing unique, good things. Look, too, at time-series comparisons, and take note of companies that are improving faster or suffering less than peers.

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