On the stock market since 2001, it operates in the world of money and finance. It has 1,900 employees. Now — the numbers.
The stock trades near its peak today. For long-term holders the ride has paid off so far — though past performance guarantees nothing about the future.
It pays out $2.88 per share each year — regular cash for whoever holds the stock.
The balance sheet offers little cushion against a rough stretch. Report-card grade: 25/100.
On our five-subject report card, BALFX sits in the middle of the class: some subjects shine, others don’t. The grade moves as the numbers move.
The takeaway: BALFX is a high-risk stock — not yet profitable, and its future rides on its product catching on.