KBC Ancora (FRA:KB9) Financial Strength: 4 (As of Dec. 2025) — 20% Below Median

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FRA:KB9 KBC Ancora SA FRA:KB9
74 GF Score
Price €92.80
GF Value €58.99
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is KBC Ancora Financial Strength?

KBC Ancora FRA:KB9 -1.07% 74 Financial Strength is 4 as of Dec. 2025, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates FRA:KB9 with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of €58.99 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

KBC Ancora has the Financial Strength Rank of 4.

Warning Sign:

KBC Ancora SA displays poor financial strength. Usually, this is caused by too much debt for the company.

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.
2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.
3. Altman Z-Score.
4. Other debt related ratios.

A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

GuruFocus does not calculate KBC Ancora's interest coverage with the available data. KBC Ancora's debt to revenue ratio for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.66. Altman Z-Score does not apply to banks and insurance companies.

KBC Ancora  (FRA:KB9) Financial Strength Explanation

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

KBC Ancora has the Financial Strength Rank of 4.

KBC Ancora Financial Strength Related Terms

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KBC Ancora Financial Strength Calculation

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is based on these factors

A company ranks high with financial strength is likely to withstand any business slowdowns and recessions.

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense:

KBC Ancora's Interest Expense for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was €-2.0 Mil. Its Operating Income for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.0 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €100.0 Mil.

KBC Ancora's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.

KBC Ancora's Debt to Revenue Ratio for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is

Debt to Revenue Ratio=Total Debt (Q: Dec. 2025 ) / Revenue
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / Revenue
=(0 + 100) / 151.814
=0.66

3. Altman Z-Score.

Z-Score model is an accurate forecaster of failure up to two years prior to distress. It can be considered the assessment of the distress of industrial corporations.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

When Z-Score is less than 1.81, it is in Distress Zones.
When Z-Score is greater than 2.99, it is in Safe Zones.
When Z-Score is between 1.81 and 2.99, it is in Grey Zones.

Altman Z-Score does not apply to banks and insurance companies.

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Financial Strength →
What does a Financial Strength of 4 mean?
KBC Ancora (FRA:KB9) has a Financial Strength of 4 as of Dec. 2025. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on KBC Ancora and its competitors. This is 20% below median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, KBC Ancora's Financial Strength has ranged from 2.00 to 7.00.
Is KBC Ancora's Financial Strength too high?
KBC Ancora's current Financial Strength of 4 is 20% below median its 10-year median of 5.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 7.00. Overall, KBC Ancora has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KBC Ancora's Financial Strength compare to BLK and BX?
KBC Ancora's Financial Strength of 4 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. Historically, KBC Ancora's own Financial Strength has ranged from 2.00 to 7.00 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 Financial Strength for an Asset Management company?
A good Financial Strength depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, Financial Strength 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 Financial Strength mean?
A high Financial Strength can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on KBC Ancora and its competitors. KBC Ancora's current Financial Strength is 4, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 5.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KBC Ancora stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KBC Ancora (FRA:KB9) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €58.99, compared to a current price of €92.80 — trading 57.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Financial Strength is 4, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 5.00. KBC Ancora's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Financial Strength calculated?
Financial Strength is calculated from a company's financial statements. For KBC Ancora (FRA:KB9), the current Financial Strength is 4 as of Dec. 2025. 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 KBC Ancora (FRA:KB9) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KBC Ancora stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €92.80 is trading 57.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €58.99. GuruFocus considers KBC Ancora to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:KB9:

  • Financial Strength: 4 (20% below median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: €58.99 vs. price of €92.80 (57.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:KB9 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

KBC Ancora Business Description

Address Muntstraat 1, Leuven, BEL, 3000
KBC Ancora SA is a financial services holding company whose sole asset is a substantial participating interest in KBC Group. Its operational activities are fairly limited. The group engages in retail banking, insurance, and asset management services, deriving the vast majority of its profits from activities in Belgium. Other profit-driving markets include the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, and Ireland. Revenue is reported through net interest income, insurance premiums, and fees and commissions, reflecting a diverse range of services.
74GF Score

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