ZTO Express (Cayman) (LTS:0A33) GF Score: 98/100 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 29% Above Median

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LTS:0A33 ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc LTS:0A33
98 GF Score
Price $24.54
GF Value $28.45
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is ZTO Express (Cayman) GF Score?

ZTO Express (Cayman) LTS:0A33 +1.87% 98 GF Score is 98 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 29% above its 10-year median of 76.00. GuruFocus rates LTS:0A33 with a GF Score™ of 98/100 and a GF Value™ of $28.45 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

ZTO Express (Cayman) has the GF Score of 98, which implies that the company might have Highest outperformance 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:

1. Financial Strength : 8/10
2. Profitability Rank : 9/10
3. Growth Rank : 10/10
4. GF Value Rank : 10/10
5. Momentum Rank : 10/10

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 ZTO Express (Cayman) might have Highest outperformance potential.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.


ZTO Express (Cayman)  (LTS:0A33) 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:

GF Score Performance Potential and All-in-One Screener Examples (1)
91 - 100Highest outperformance potential
81 - 90Good outperformance potential
71 - 80Likely to have average performance
51 - 70Poor future performance potential
0 - 50Worst future performance potential, or not enough data

(1) These are some simple examples. You can access our GF Score filter under All-in-One Screener’s Fundamental tab.


ZTO Express (Cayman) GF Score Related Terms


LTS:0A33 vs EXPD, CHRW, FDXF: GF Score Comparison

For the Integrated Freight & Logistics subindustry, ZTO Express (Cayman)'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.


ZTO Express (Cayman) GF Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, ZTO Express (Cayman)'s GF Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where ZTO Express (Cayman)'s GF Score falls into.


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What does a GF Score of 98 mean?
ZTO Express (Cayman) (LTS:0A33) has a GF Score of 98 as of Jul. 16, 2026. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on ZTO Express (Cayman) and its competitors. This is 29% above median its historical median of 76.00. Over the past decade, ZTO Express (Cayman)'s GF Score has ranged from 23.00 to 98.00.
Is ZTO Express (Cayman)'s GF Score too high?
ZTO Express (Cayman)'s current GF Score of 98 is 29% above median its 10-year median of 76.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 23.00 to a high of 98.00. Overall, ZTO Express (Cayman) has a GF Score™ of 98/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ZTO Express (Cayman)'s GF Score compare to EXPD and CHRW?
ZTO Express (Cayman)'s GF Score of 98 can be compared against companies in the Transportation industry. Historically, ZTO Express (Cayman)'s own GF Score has ranged from 23.00 to 98.00 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 Transportation company?
A good GF Score depends on the Transportation 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 ZTO Express (Cayman) and its competitors. ZTO Express (Cayman)'s current GF Score is 98, which is 29% above median its own 10-year median of 76.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ZTO Express (Cayman) stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ZTO Express (Cayman) (LTS:0A33) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $28.45, compared to a current price of $24.54 — trading 13.7% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Score is 98, which is 29% above median its 10-year median of 76.00. ZTO Express (Cayman)'s overall GF Score™ is 98/100 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 ZTO Express (Cayman) (LTS:0A33), the current GF Score is 98 as of Jul. 16, 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 ZTO Express (Cayman) (LTS:0A33) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ZTO Express (Cayman) stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $24.54 is trading 13.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $28.45. GuruFocus considers ZTO Express (Cayman) to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0A33:

  • GF Score: 98 (29% above median its 10-year median of 76.00)
  • GF Value™: $28.45 vs. price of $24.54 (13.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 98/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0A33 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


ZTO Express (Cayman) Business Description

Address No. 1685 Huazhi Road, Building One, Qingpu District, Shanghai, CHN, 201708
ZTO Express is China's largest express delivery company by parcel volume, with a volume share of 19.4% in 2024. It operates a network partner model where it provides line-haul transportation and sorting services, while its local network partners provide first-mile pickup and last-mile delivery services under the ZTO brand name. Headquartered in Shanghai, the company was founded in 2002 by Meisong Lai, who remains chair, CEO, and its major shareholder with 78% voting rights as of March 31, 2025. ZTO's strategic shareholder is leading China e-commerce company Alibaba Group with around an 8.9% interest.
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