ADV (Advantage Solutions) GF Value Rank: 4 (As of Jul. 12, 2026) — Near Median


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Price $39.78
GF Value $59.85
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Advantage Solutions GF Value Rank?

Advantage Solutions ADV +0.83% 60 GF Value Rank is 4 as of Jul. 12, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates ADV with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of $59.85 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Advantage Solutions has the GF Value Rank of 4.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

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

Advantage Solutions GF Value Rank Related Terms

ADV vs NEXN, QNST, NCMI: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Advantage Solutions's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank 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.

Advantage Solutions GF Value Rank vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Advantage Solutions's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Advantage Solutions's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 4 mean?
Advantage Solutions (ADV) has a GF Value Rank of 4 as of Jul. 12, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Advantage Solutions and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Advantage Solutions' GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00.
Is Advantage Solutions' GF Value Rank too high?
Advantage Solutions' current GF Value Rank of 4 is near median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Advantage Solutions has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Advantage Solutions' GF Value Rank compare to NEXN and QNST?
Advantage Solutions' GF Value Rank of 4 can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. Historically, Advantage Solutions' own GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 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 GF Value Rank for a Media - Diversified company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Media - Diversified industry context. However, GF Value Rank 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 Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Advantage Solutions and its competitors. Advantage Solutions's current GF Value Rank is 4, which is near median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Advantage Solutions stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Advantage Solutions (ADV) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $59.85, compared to a current price of $39.78 — trading 33.5% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 4, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.00. Advantage Solutions' overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Advantage Solutions (ADV), the current GF Value Rank is 4 as of Jul. 12, 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 Advantage Solutions (ADV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Advantage Solutions stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $39.78 is trading 33.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $59.85. GuruFocus considers Advantage Solutions to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for ADV:

  • GF Value Rank: 4 (near median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: $59.85 vs. price of $39.78 (33.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Advantage Solutions Business Description

Address 7676 Forsyth Boulevard, Fifth Floor, St. Louis, MO, USA, 63105
Advantage Solutions Inc provides outsourced sales, marketing, merchandising, sampling, and retailer support services to consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers across North America. Its services are designed to support distribution, retail execution, shopper engagement, and private brand development across both physical and digital commerce environments. The company serves various clients across grocery, mass, club, retail pharmacy, convenience, and other channels. It operates through three reportable segments: Branded Services, Experiential Services, and Retailer Services. The majority of the revenue is derived from the Experiential Services segment, which provides in-store and digital sampling programs, demonstrations, and experiential events for manufacturers and retailers.
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