AIN (Albany International) GF Value Rank: 10 (As of Jul. 09, 2026) — 67% Above Median


AIN Albany International Corp AIN
70 GF Score
Price $72.63
GF Value $85.48
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Albany International GF Value Rank?

Albany International AIN +1.85% 70 GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 09, 2026, which is 67% above its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates AIN with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of $85.48 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Albany International has the GF Value Rank of 10.

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.

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Albany International GF Value Rank Related Terms

AIN vs SMJF, UFI, CULP: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Textile Manufacturing subindustry, Albany International'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.

Albany International GF Value Rank vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry

For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Albany International's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Albany International's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 10 mean?
Albany International (AIN) has a GF Value Rank of 10 as of Jul. 09, 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 Albany International and its competitors. This is 67% above median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Albany International's GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00.
Is Albany International's GF Value Rank too high?
Albany International's current GF Value Rank of 10 is 67% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Albany International has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Albany International's GF Value Rank compare to SMJF and UFI?
Albany International's GF Value Rank of 10 can be compared against companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry. Historically, Albany International's 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories 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 Albany International and its competitors. Albany International's current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 67% above median its own 10-year median of 6.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Albany International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Albany International (AIN) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $85.48, compared to a current price of $72.63 — trading 15% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 67% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Albany International's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Albany International (AIN), the current GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 09, 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 Albany International (AIN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Albany International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $72.63 is trading 15% below its estimated GF Value™ of $85.48. GuruFocus considers Albany International to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for AIN:

  • GF Value Rank: 10 (67% above median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: $85.48 vs. price of $72.63 (15% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Albany International Business Description

Other Exchanges AII:Germany
Address 325 Corporate Drive, Portsmouth, NH, USA, 03801
Albany International Corp is a textiles and materials processing company specializing in engineered fabrics and composite components and assemblies for the paper, industrial manufacturing and aerospace industries. It operates through two segments: Machine Clothing, which produces custom-designed fabrics and high-speed process belts for paper, paperboard, tissue, towel and pulp, as well as engineered fabrics for other industrial applications, and contributes the majority of revenue; and Albany Engineered Composites, which provides engineered composite parts for the aerospace and defense industries. The company generates revenue from the United States, Switzerland, Brazil, China, Mexico, France and other areas.
70GF Score

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