john-templeton

Analyzes stocks using Templeton's contrarian framework and16 rules for investment success.

Updated Apr 11, 2026
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Skill: john-templeton
Source: https://github.com/Talentedleo/financial_analyst/tree/main/skills/john-templeton
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you make disciplined stock-investment decisions using Sir John Templeton’s contrarian framework when markets are fearful and valuations look most extreme.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Points of Maximum Pessimism guidance: Turns “fear and pessimism” into a structured entry-timing mindset based on market-cycle psychology.
  • Global bargain-hunting methodology: Applies Templeton’s idea of searching worldwide rather than limiting to one geography or narrative.
  • Templeton Screen + qualitative checks: Combines quantitative screens (e.g., P/E, margins, liquidation value, growth) with business-quality and catalyst assessment, then maps outcomes to the 16 Rules for Investment Success.
  • Use case: Evaluate a stock with underappreciated value signals by screening for bargain conditions, validating business quality, identifying catalysts, and producing a decision-oriented summary aligned to Templeton’s rules.

Quick Start

Analyze the stock ticker 'NVDA' as a Templeton-style contrarian value investor using Points of Maximum Pessimism, the Templeton screening criteria, and explicitly reference the most relevant subset of the 16 Rules for Investment Success.

Frequently Asked Questions about john-templeton

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I evaluate a stock using contrarian investing principles at maximum pessimism?

Contrarian investing at maximum pessimism involves framing stock entry timing around market-cycle psychology and fear, then validating financial signals and catalysts before investing. This approach uses a structured workflow to screen for bargain conditions when valuations look most extreme.

What is global value investing and how does it screen for bargains across geographies?

Global value investing searches worldwide for underappreciated value signals rather than limiting analysis to one geography. It combines quantitative screens like P/E ratios, margins, and liquidation value with business-quality assessments to identify bargain stocks.

How do I apply an investment decision framework for long-term discipline in stock analysis?

An investment decision framework for long-term discipline enforces a structured workflow of quantitative screen checks, qualitative assessment, and decision guidance. It maps outcomes to established rules for investment success to maintain consistent methodology.

Can I use valuation screens to find bargain stocks during market fear and pessimism?

Yes, valuation screens identify bargain stocks during market fear by checking quantitative metrics like P/E, margins, and growth. These screens are combined with qualitative business-quality and catalyst assessments to validate the investment decision.

What are the limitations of contrarian value investing during extreme market cycles?

Contrarian value investing during extreme market cycles requires identifying true business quality and catalysts alongside low valuations. Without enforcing a structured workflow of qualitative checks, investors risk catching falling knives when searching for bargains at maximum pessimism.

Does Templeton-style stock analysis work for global bargain hunting across different sectors?

Templeton-style stock analysis applies to global bargain hunting across geographies by combining quantitative screens with qualitative business-quality assessments. It produces decision-oriented summaries aligned with 16 rules for investment success regardless of the specific sector.