Gradient Analytics is a leading independent equity research firm with expertise in financial analysis, forensic accounting, and executive behavior. Since 1996, Gradient has delivered best-in-class research intelligence, providing a comprehensive perspective on generating alpha and managing risk. In 2011, Gradient became a wholly owned subsidiary of Sabrient Systems, LLC. Gradient publishes academically rigorous, unbiased, objective insights into the financial performance and equity valuation of more than 15,000 liquid publicly traded companies globally. Our analysts reliably and consistently identify key indicators of underperformance and outperformance, and our research is relied upon by mutual fund managers, hedge fund managers, and other professional money managers.