Shutterstock has the GF Score of 72, which implies that the company
is
Likely to have average performance.
The GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation, which has been found to be closely correlated to the long-term performances of stocks by backtesting from 2006 to 2021. The stocks with a higher GF Score generally generate higher returns than those with lower GF Scores. Therefore, when picking stocks, investors should invest in companies with high GF Scores. The GF Score ranges from 0 to 100, with 100 as the highest rank.
GF Score takes following five key aspects into consideration:
Each one of these components is ranked and the ranks also have positive correlation with the long term performances of stocks. The GF score is calculated using the five key aspects of analysis. Through backtesting, we know that each of these key aspects has a different impact on the stock price performance. Thus, they are weighted differently when calculating the total score. The Profitability Rank and the Growth Rank are weighted fully, while other parameters have less weight.
Based on research and backtesting result, GuruFocus believes Shutterstock
is
Likely to have average performance.
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Shutterstock (FRA:S3T) GF Score Explanation
Based on the historical long-term performances among five valuation aspects, the GF Score is found to be closely correlated to the long-term performances of stocks. It ranges from 0 to 100, with 100 as the highest. GuruFocus divided GF Score into following 5 categories:
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Shutterstock GF Score Related Terms
FRA:S3T vs NRDS, CARS, MAX: GF Score Comparison
For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Shutterstock's GF Score, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Score data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Shutterstock GF Score vs Interactive Media Industry
For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Shutterstock's GF Score distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Shutterstock's GF Score falls into.
Shutterstock (FRA:S3T) has a GF Score of 72 as of Jul. 11, 2026. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on Shutterstock and its competitors. This is 13% below median its historical median of 83.00. Over the past decade, Shutterstock's GF Score has ranged from 30.00 to 97.00.
Is Shutterstock's GF Score too high?
Shutterstock's current GF Score of 72 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 83.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 30.00 to a high of 97.00. Overall, Shutterstock has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shutterstock's GF Score compare to NRDS and CARS?
Shutterstock's GF Score of 72 can be compared against companies in the Interactive Media industry. Historically, Shutterstock's own GF Score has ranged from 30.00 to 97.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Score for an Interactive Media company?
A good GF Score depends on the Interactive Media industry context. However, GF Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Score mean?
A high GF Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on Shutterstock and its competitors. Shutterstock's current GF Score is 72, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 83.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shutterstock stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shutterstock (FRA:S3T) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €25.80, compared to a current price of €7.19 — trading 72.2% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Score is 72, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 83.00. Shutterstock's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Score calculated?
GF Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Shutterstock (FRA:S3T), the current GF Score is 72 as of Jul. 11, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Shutterstock (FRA:S3T) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shutterstock stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €7.19 is trading 72.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €25.80.
GuruFocus considers Shutterstock to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for FRA:S3T:
GF Score: 72 (13% below median its 10-year median of 83.00)
GF Value™: €25.80 vs. price of €7.19 (72.2% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:S3T stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Shutterstock Inc is a U.S.-based company that is engaged in the provision of digital content. The content segment, whose offerings include licenses for Images, Footage, Music, 3 Dimensional, and Generative AI content. Data, Distribution, and Service offerings address customer demand for products and services that are beyond its Content licenses. The company generates the majority of its revenue from Content offerings. Geographically the company generates the majority of its revenue from the Domestic market, but also has its presence in Europe and Rest of the Countries.
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