Using Search and Leaderboards
Now that you understand how to read a stock page, let's learn how to find stocks worth analyzing.
The Search Bar
The search bar is your starting point for any stock you want to research.
How to Search
By Ticker:
- Type "AAPL" → Apple Inc.
- Type "MSFT" → Microsoft
- Type "GOOGL" → Alphabet (Google)
By Company Name:
- Type "Apple" → Shows Apple Inc.
- Type "Tesla" → Shows Tesla Inc.
- Type "Bank" → Shows all banks
Pro Tips:
- Search is instant—results appear as you type
- Click any result to go directly to that stock's page
- Recent searches are remembered for quick access
The Library Catalog
Search is like a library catalog. You can look up:
- A specific book (ticker symbol)
- Books by an author (company name)
- Books on a topic (industry keywords)
It helps you find exactly what you're looking for—or discover something new.
The Leaderboards
Leaderboards show you the top-ranked stocks based on our scoring system.
What You'll Find
| Leaderboard | What It Shows |
|---|---|
| Overall Top Stocks | Highest Final Scores across all sectors |
| Sector Leaders | Top stocks within each sector |
| Most Undervalued | Highest Valuation Scores |
| Highest Quality | Highest Quality Scores |
How to Use Leaderboards
For Discovery:
- Browse top stocks you might not have heard of
- Find hidden gems in sectors you're interested in
- See what's currently scoring well
For Comparison:
- Compare stocks within the same sector
- See how your holdings rank against peers
- Identify sector trends
For Ideas:
- Start your research with high-scoring stocks
- Build a watchlist of interesting candidates
- Track how rankings change over time
Key Takeaways
- Search by ticker or company name for direct access
- Leaderboards surface top opportunities automatically
- Use sector filters to focus your research
- Leaderboards update daily as data changes
Filtering and Sorting
Sector Filters
Focus on specific sectors:
- Technology
- Healthcare
- Financials
- Consumer
- Energy
- And more...
Why Filter by Sector?
- Expertise: Stick to industries you understand
- Diversification: Find opportunities across sectors
- Comparison: Apples-to-apples rankings
Sector Strategy
Many investors focus on 2-3 sectors they understand well. If you work in healthcare, you might have insights into pharma stocks. If you're a tech enthusiast, you might better evaluate software companies.
Building a Research Workflow
Here's a suggested process:
Weekly Routine (15 minutes)
- Check Leaderboards — Any new stocks in top 20?
- Review Sector Leaders — Changes in your focus sectors?
- Quick-scan new entries — Worth deeper research?
When You Find Something Interesting
- Click through to stock page
- Review all four pillar scores
- Read AI Investment Thesis
- Check sector ranking
- Add to watchlist if promising
Before Making Any Decision
- Do additional research — News, filings, competitors
- Understand the business — What do they actually do?
- Consider your portfolio — Fit and diversification
- Sleep on it — Avoid impulse decisions
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Leaderboard Pitfalls
- Buying just because a stock is #1 (do your own research)
- Ignoring stocks not in the top 10 (great opportunities at #50 too)
- Chasing yesterday's leaders (rankings change)
- Only looking at one sector (diversification matters)
Your Action Items
✅ Try a search — Look up a company you know
✅ Browse leaderboards — See what's scoring well
✅ Filter by sector — Find your area of interest
✅ Click through — Explore a few stock pages
Congratulations! You've completed Track 1: Getting Started!
You now understand:
- Why investing matters
- How the stock market works
- What makes stocks valuable
- How to use ShareValue.ai
Next Track: Understanding the Scores — We'll dive deep into each pillar and the metrics behind them.