Finance

Altman Z-score lite

Altman Z-score lite: enter Working capital ratio, Retained earnings ratio, EBIT ratio and get an instant result in your browser. Free, private, no account.

Altman Z-score lite applies 1.2 * wc + 1.4 * re + 3.3 * ebit to the values you enter (Working capital ratio, Retained earnings ratio, EBIT ratio). Use it for quick finance estimates from your own numbers—not for regulated engineering, tax filing, or clinical decisions. Everything runs in your browser; nothing is uploaded to our servers.

How to use

  1. Open Altman Z-score lite and read the field labels (Working capital ratio, Retained earnings ratio, EBIT ratio).
  2. Replace defaults with figures from your spreadsheet, lab sheet, or quote.
  3. Press Calculate and note the output before changing another input.
  4. Bookmark this page if you reuse the same calculation often.

FAQ

Which numbers belong in Altman Z-score lite?

Only the on-page labels: Working capital ratio, Retained earnings ratio, EBIT ratio. The tool does not guess hidden assumptions.

How does Altman Z-score lite compute its result?

It evaluates 1.2 * wc + 1.4 * re + 3.3 * ebit. If your source uses different symbols, map them to these fields first.

Can I paste the Altman Z-score lite result into Excel or Sheets?

Yes—copy the number and keep your own documentation of inputs for audit trails.

Is Altman Z-score lite a substitute for professional finance software?

No. It is a lightweight browser helper for one relationship; use certified tools for compliance work.

Embed this calculator

Paste the snippet on your site or blog — the widget stays responsive inside the iframe.

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