As of today (2026-07-06), Schroder Japan Trust's share price is £3.87. Schroder Japan Trust's GF Value is £5.49. Therefore, Schroder Japan Trust's Price-to-GF-Value for today is 0.70. Based on the relationship between the current stock price and the GF Value, GuruFocus believes Schroder Japan Trust is Significantly Undervalued.
The GF Value represents the intrinsic value of a stock, determined using GuruFocus' proprietary methodology. The GF Value Line on our stock Summary page provides an estimate of the stock’s fair-trading value.
To calculate this value, GuruFocus follows these steps:
We analyze historical correlations between the stock price and key business performance metrics, such as revenue, earnings, cash flow, and book value.
We identify the metrics that have the strongest historical correlation with the stock price and determine the historical multiples at which the stock has traded relative to these metrics.
Using these historical multiples as a reference, we estimate the stock's fair value while accounting for future business growth. Adjustments may be made based on the company’s past returns and growth trends.
GuruFocus believes that the GF Value Line represents the fair value at which a stock should trade. Stock prices typically fluctuate around this line. If a stock’s price is significantly above the GF Value Line, it is considered overvalued, and its future returns are likely to be lower. Conversely, if the stock price is significantly below the GF Value Line, its future returns are likely to be higher.
Schroder Japan Trust (LSE:SJG) GF Value Explanation
Based on the relationship between the current stock price and the GF Value, GuruFocus provides the following 6 ratings:
(1) These are some simple examples. You can access our GF Valuation filter under All-in-One Screener’s Fundamental tab, and Price-to-GF-Value filter under Valuation Ratio tab and set your own criteria.
(2) A sufficient margin of safety exists only when the stock is undervalued.
Possible Value Trap, Think Twice companies are those that appear significantly undervalued based on their Price-to-GF-Value ratio, but whose fundamentals show signs of weakness.
Indicators that a company may be a value trap include:
* Deteriorating Financial Health: A low Altman Z-scores indicates a higher risk of bankruptcy, or a low Piotroski F-Score. * Earnings Manipulation: A high Beneish M-score indicates potential earnings manipulation, raising concerns about the reliability of reported financials. * Stagnant or Declining Growth: Lack of revenue or earnings growth, or a recent slowdown, may signal limited future prospects.
Investors should conduct thorough due diligence, examining financial statements and growth indicators, to avoid falling into value traps.
Schroder Japan Trust's Price-to-GF-Value for today is calculated as
Price-to-GF-Value
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Share Price
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GF Value
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3.87
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5.49
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0.70
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Schroder Japan Trust (LSE:SJG) has a GF Value of £5.49 as of Jul. 06, 2026. GF Value represents the current intrinsic value of a stock derived from our exclusive method. View historical data on Schroder Japan Trust and its competitors.
Is Schroder Japan Trust's GF Value too high?
Schroder Japan Trust's current GF Value is £5.49. Overall, Schroder Japan Trust has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Schroder Japan Trust's GF Value compare to BLK and BX?
Schroder Japan Trust's GF Value of £5.49 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value for an Asset Management company?
A good GF Value depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, GF Value 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 Value mean?
A high GF Value can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value represents the current intrinsic value of a stock derived from our exclusive method. View historical data on Schroder Japan Trust and its competitors. Schroder Japan Trust's current GF Value is £5.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Schroder Japan Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Schroder Japan Trust (LSE:SJG) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £5.49, compared to a current price of £3.87 — trading 29.5% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value is £5.49. Schroder Japan Trust's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value calculated?
GF Value is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Schroder Japan Trust (LSE:SJG), the current GF Value is £5.49 as of Jul. 06, 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 Schroder Japan Trust (LSE:SJG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Schroder Japan Trust stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of £3.87 is trading 29.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of £5.49.
GuruFocus considers Schroder Japan Trust to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for LSE:SJG:
GF Value: £5.49
GF Value™: £5.49 vs. price of £3.87 (29.5% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LSE:SJG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Schroder Japan Trust PLC is a London-based investment trust focused on Japanese equities. Its primary objective is to achieve long-term capital growth through an actively managed portfolio of securities listed on Japanese stock markets. The trust seeks to outperform the Tokyo Stock Price Index Total Return over time by investing in undervalued companies, including small and mid-sized businesses. It has a diversified portfolio across sectors such as industrials, Electrical Appliances, and financial services. It predominantly invests in equities and partly in other instruments like warrants, convertibles, and other derivative instruments across sectors such as consumer goods and industrials.
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