Relmor.....
Most analysts cover several stocks. Because of that they do not have the time to dive into the metrics. I am not tooting my own horn here, but I have taken the time to understand the metrics deeper than most analysts as well as investors.
Problems arise when people put too much faith in a single analyst, article, or opinion.
The analysts are not alone in puting out information that is not accurate. The press, and blogs sometimes miss substantially as well.