Argent Industrial has the GF Score of 68, which implies that the company
might have
Poor future performance potential.
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 Argent Industrial
might have
Poor future performance potential.
Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.
Argent Industrial (JSE:ART) 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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Argent Industrial GF Score Related Terms
JSE:ART vs NUE, STLD, RS: GF Score Comparison
For the Steel subindustry, Argent Industrial'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.
Argent Industrial GF Score vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Argent Industrial's GF Score distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Argent Industrial's GF Score falls into.
Argent Industrial (JSE:ART) has a GF Score of 68 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on Argent Industrial and its competitors. This is 12% below median its historical median of 77.00. Over the past decade, Argent Industrial's GF Score has ranged from 60.00 to 92.00.
Is Argent Industrial's GF Score too high?
Argent Industrial's current GF Score of 68 is 12% below median its 10-year median of 77.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 60.00 to a high of 92.00. Overall, Argent Industrial has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Argent Industrial's GF Score compare to NUE and STLD?
Argent Industrial's GF Score of 68 can be compared against companies in the Steel industry. Historically, Argent Industrial's own GF Score has ranged from 60.00 to 92.00 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 a Steel company?
A good GF Score depends on the Steel 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 Argent Industrial and its competitors. Argent Industrial's current GF Score is 68, which is 12% below median its own 10-year median of 77.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Argent Industrial stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Argent Industrial (JSE:ART) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R23.59, compared to a current price of R36.50 — trading 54.7% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Score is 68, which is 12% below median its 10-year median of 77.00. Argent Industrial's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 4 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 Argent Industrial (JSE:ART), the current GF Score is 68 as of Jun. 29, 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 Argent Industrial (JSE:ART) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Argent Industrial stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R36.50 is trading 54.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of R23.59.
GuruFocus considers Argent Industrial to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for JSE:ART:
GF Score: 68 (12% below median its 10-year median of 77.00)
GF Value™: R23.59 vs. price of R36.50 (54.7% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:ART stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Argent Industrial Ltd is a holding company that derives its income from the manufacturing and trading of steel and steel-related products, and properties. The company is organized into three operating divisions, namely Manufacturing, Steel trading, and Properties. The Manufacturing segment consists of manufacturing branded consumer goods. The steel trading segment makes up ferrous steel, aluminum, and stainless steel products. Steel products are also traded internally to the group's manufacturing businesses. The group charges rent for the properties. The company generates a majority of its revenue from manufacturing businesses. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from South Africa and has a presence in the rest of the world.
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