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Takara Bio has the GF Score of 50, which implies that the company
might have
Worst future performance potential, or not enough data.
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 Takara Bio
might have
Worst future performance potential, or not enough data.
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Takara Bio (TSE:4974) 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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Takara Bio GF Score Related Terms
TSE:4974 vs VRTX, REGN, ALNY: GF Score Comparison
For the Biotechnology subindustry, Takara Bio'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.
Takara Bio GF Score vs Biotechnology Industry
For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, Takara Bio's GF Score distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Takara Bio's GF Score falls into.
Takara Bio (TSE:4974) has a GF Score of 50 as of Jul. 18, 2026. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on Takara Bio and its competitors. This is 38% below median its historical median of 81.00. Over the past decade, Takara Bio's GF Score has ranged from 68.00 to 97.00.
Is Takara Bio's GF Score too high?
Takara Bio's current GF Score of 50 is 38% below median its 10-year median of 81.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 68.00 to a high of 97.00. Overall, Takara Bio has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Takara Bio's GF Score compare to VRTX and REGN?
Takara Bio's GF Score of 50 can be compared against companies in the Biotechnology industry. Historically, Takara Bio's own GF Score has ranged from 68.00 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 a Biotechnology company?
A good GF Score depends on the Biotechnology 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 Takara Bio and its competitors. Takara Bio's current GF Score is 50, which is 38% below median its own 10-year median of 81.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Takara Bio stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Takara Bio (TSE:4974) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円862.14, compared to a current price of 円1,144.00 — trading 32.7% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Score is 50, which is 38% below median its 10-year median of 81.00. Takara Bio's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 6 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 Takara Bio (TSE:4974), the current GF Score is 50 as of Jul. 18, 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 Takara Bio (TSE:4974) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Takara Bio stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円1,144.00 is trading 32.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円862.14.
GuruFocus considers Takara Bio to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:4974:
GF Score: 50 (38% below median its 10-year median of 81.00)
GF Value™: 円862.14 vs. price of 円1,144.00 (32.7% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4974 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Takara Bio Inc is a biotechnology company that develops gene therapy procedures. The company reports in three business segments: Bioindustry, Gene therapy, and AgriBio. Takara's bioindustry business provides research reagents, scientific instruments, and various contracted services to universities and companies around the world. The company's gene therapy business is focused on treating cancer and HIV. Its AgriBio business aims to leverage biotechnologies in the food ingredient field, including large-scale mushroom production. The vast majority of Takara's revenue is derived from its bioindustry segment.
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