AMS (American Shared Hospital Services) GF Value Rank: 2 (As of Jul. 08, 2026) — 67% Below Median


AMS American Shared Hospital Services AMS
51 GF Score
Price $1.47
GF Value $3.41
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is American Shared Hospital Services GF Value Rank?

American Shared Hospital Services AMS 51 GF Value Rank is 2 as of Jul. 08, 2026, which is 67% below its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates AMS with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.41 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

American Shared Hospital Services has the GF Value Rank of 2.

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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American Shared Hospital Services GF Value Rank Related Terms

AMS vs BMGL, HLYK, BICX: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, American Shared Hospital Services'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.

American Shared Hospital Services GF Value Rank vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry

For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, American Shared Hospital Services's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where American Shared Hospital Services's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 2 mean?
American Shared Hospital Services (AMS) has a GF Value Rank of 2 as of Jul. 08, 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 American Shared Hospital Services and its competitors. This is 67% below median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, American Shared Hospital Services' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is American Shared Hospital Services' GF Value Rank too high?
American Shared Hospital Services' current GF Value Rank of 2 is 67% below median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, American Shared Hospital Services has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does American Shared Hospital Services' GF Value Rank compare to BMGL and HLYK?
American Shared Hospital Services' GF Value Rank of 2 can be compared against companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry. Historically, American Shared Hospital Services' own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Healthcare Providers & Services 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 American Shared Hospital Services and its competitors. American Shared Hospital Services's current GF Value Rank is 2, which is 67% below 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 American Shared Hospital Services stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Shared Hospital Services (AMS) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.41, compared to a current price of $1.47 — trading 56.9% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 2, which is 67% below median its 10-year median of 6.00. American Shared Hospital Services' overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 7 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 American Shared Hospital Services (AMS), the current GF Value Rank is 2 as of Jul. 08, 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 American Shared Hospital Services (AMS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Shared Hospital Services stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $1.47 is trading 56.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $3.41. GuruFocus considers American Shared Hospital Services to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for AMS:

  • GF Value Rank: 2 (67% below median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: $3.41 vs. price of $1.47 (56.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 7 warning signs

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

American Shared Hospital Services Business Description

Address 601 Montgomery Street, Suite 850, San Francisco, CA, USA, 94111-2619
American Shared Hospital Services provides stereotactic radiosurgery equipment, Advanced radiation therapy, and related equipment. It currently provides Gamma Knife units to medical centers and stand-alone facilities. Company operates in two segments, the medical equipment leasing segment where a contract exists between the hospital and the Company and the direct patient services segment, where a contract exists between the Company facilities and the individual treated at the facility. The company, along with its subsidiaries, operates through the following operations: Gamma Knife, Advanced Radiation Therapy Equipment and Services, and Proton Beam Radiation Therapy Operations. It generates it's key revenue from the domestic market.
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