LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc Altman Z-Score
LEE|Modified Z-Score (book value) based on FY2018 data
LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc's Altman Z-Score of 1.56 places the company in the "grey zone" (1.23–2.9). This range has historically shown mixed outcomes in the Altman model (FY2018).
Based on SEC 10-K filings.
Key Data Points
- High earnings quality (cash-backed earnings)
Data sourced from SEC EDGAR filings. Not investment advice.
Grey Zone (1.23 - 2.9)
Grey zone - moderate risk, requires monitoring
The Altman Z-Score predicts bankruptcy risk using 5 financial ratios. Learn more
Components: book value of equity, working capital, retained earnings, EBIT, and revenue-to-assets — all derived from SEC FY2018 10-K filings.
5-Factor Decomposition
| Component | Ratio | Weight | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Working Capital / Total Assets | -0.010 | 0.717 | -0.007 |
| Retained Earnings / Total Assets | - | 0.847 | - |
| EBIT / Total Assets | 0.181 | 3.107 | 0.562 |
| Book Equity / Total Liabilities | -0.138 | 0.420 | -0.058 |
| Revenue / Total Assets | 1.068 | 0.998 | 1.066 |
| Total Z-Score | 1.56 | ||
As of FY2018 · SEC 10-K · Updated Jun 24, 2026
Z-Score Zones
Safe Zone - Company is in strong financial health with low bankruptcy risk.
Grey Zone - Uncertain financial position. Requires closer monitoring.
Distress Zone - Elevated probability of financial difficulties.