CTS Global Equity Group (PHS:CTS) Financial Strength: 9 (As of Mar. 2026) — Near Median

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PHS:CTS CTS Global Equity Group Inc PHS:CTS
45 GF Score
Price ₱0.37
GF Value ₱0.47
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is CTS Global Equity Group Financial Strength?

CTS Global Equity Group PHS:CTS -1.33% 45 Financial Strength is 9 as of Mar. 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 9.00. GuruFocus rates PHS:CTS with a GF Score™ of 45/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱0.47 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

CTS Global Equity Group has the Financial Strength Rank of 9. It shows strong financial strength and is unlikely to fall into distressed situations.

Good Sign:

CTS Global Equity Group Inc shows strong financial strength.

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.

CTS Global Equity Group's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 82.05. CTS Global Equity Group's debt to revenue ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.02. As of today, CTS Global Equity Group's Altman Z-Score is 7.72.


CTS Global Equity Group  (PHS:CTS) 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.

CTS Global Equity Group has the Financial Strength Rank of 9. It shows strong financial strength and is unlikely to fall into distressed situations.


CTS Global Equity Group Financial Strength Related Terms


PHS:CTS vs MS, GS, SCHW: Financial Strength Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, CTS Global Equity Group's Financial Strength, along with its competitors' market caps and Financial Strength 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.


CTS Global Equity Group Financial Strength vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, CTS Global Equity Group's Financial Strength distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where CTS Global Equity Group's Financial Strength falls into.


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CTS Global Equity Group 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:

CTS Global Equity Group's Interest Expense for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱-0.2 Mil. Its Operating Income for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱15.3 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱1.5 Mil.

CTS Global Equity Group's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is

Interest Coverage=-1*Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 )/Interest Expense (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-1*15.261/-0.186
=82.05

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

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

CTS Global Equity Group's Debt to Revenue Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is

Debt to Revenue Ratio=Total Debt (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / Revenue
=(2.079 + 1.518) / 151.208
=0.02

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.

CTS Global Equity Group has a Z-score of 7.72, indicating it is in Safe Zones. This implies the Z-Score is strong.

Good Sign:

Altman Z-score of 7.72 is strong.

* 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 9 mean?
CTS Global Equity Group (PHS:CTS) has a Financial Strength of 9 as of Mar. 2026. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on CTS Global Equity Group and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 9.00. Over the past decade, CTS Global Equity Group's Financial Strength has ranged from 7.00 to 10.00.
Is CTS Global Equity Group's Financial Strength too high?
CTS Global Equity Group's current Financial Strength of 9 is near median its 10-year median of 9.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, CTS Global Equity Group has a GF Score™ of 45/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CTS Global Equity Group's Financial Strength compare to MS and GS?
CTS Global Equity Group's Financial Strength of 9 can be compared against companies in the Capital Markets industry. Historically, CTS Global Equity Group's own Financial Strength has ranged from 7.00 to 10.00 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 a Capital Markets company?
A good Financial Strength depends on the Capital Markets 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 CTS Global Equity Group and its competitors. CTS Global Equity Group's current Financial Strength is 9, which is near median its own 10-year median of 9.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CTS Global Equity Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CTS Global Equity Group (PHS:CTS) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱0.47, compared to a current price of ₱0.37 — trading 21.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Financial Strength is 9, which is near median its 10-year median of 9.00. CTS Global Equity Group's overall GF Score™ is 45/100 with 3 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 CTS Global Equity Group (PHS:CTS), the current Financial Strength is 9 as of Mar. 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 CTS Global Equity Group (PHS:CTS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CTS Global Equity Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₱0.37 is trading 21.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₱0.47. GuruFocus considers CTS Global Equity Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for PHS:CTS:

  • Financial Strength: 9 (near median its 10-year median of 9.00)
  • GF Value™: ₱0.47 vs. price of ₱0.37 (21.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 3 warning signs

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


CTS Global Equity Group Business Description

Address Exchange Road, Ortigas Center, 27th floor East Tower, Tektite Towers, Metro Manila, Pasig, PHL, 1605
CTS Global Equity Group Inc. is a stock brokerage firm in the Philippines. The company is engaged as a Broker-Dealer in Securities and Proprietary Trading. It offers its brokerage services for securities. It offers financial services to the clients by giving them access to trade the Philippine market with the support and assistance of a seasoned broker. The company's business segments include: Proprietary Trading, Brokerage Services, Investment Income, and Client Advisory. Its internship program, trader training, and client advisory business allow its clients and stakeholders to participate in the capital markets.
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