Champion Iron (ASX:CIA) GF Value Rank: 8 (As of Jul. 11, 2026) — 14% Above Median


ASX:CIA Champion Iron Ltd ASX:CIA
72 GF Score
Price A$3.95
GF Value A$6.15
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Champion Iron GF Value Rank?

Champion Iron ASX:CIA +3.13% 72 GF Value Rank is 8 as of Jul. 11, 2026, which is 14% above its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates ASX:CIA with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of A$6.15 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Champion Iron has the GF Value Rank of 8.

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.

Champion Iron GF Value Rank Related Terms

ASX:CIA vs NUE, STLD, RS: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Champion Iron'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.

Champion Iron GF Value Rank vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Champion Iron's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Champion Iron's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 8 mean?
Champion Iron (ASX:CIA) has a GF Value Rank of 8 as of Jul. 11, 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 Champion Iron and its competitors. This is 14% above median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Champion Iron's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Champion Iron's GF Value Rank too high?
Champion Iron's current GF Value Rank of 8 is 14% above median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Champion Iron has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Champion Iron's GF Value Rank compare to NUE and STLD?
Champion Iron's GF Value Rank of 8 can be compared against companies in the Steel industry. Historically, Champion Iron's 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 Steel company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Steel 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 Champion Iron and its competitors. Champion Iron's current GF Value Rank is 8, which is 14% above median its own 10-year median of 7.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Champion Iron stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Champion Iron (ASX:CIA) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$6.15, compared to a current price of A$3.95 — trading 35.8% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 8, which is 14% above median its 10-year median of 7.00. Champion Iron's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Champion Iron (ASX:CIA), the current GF Value Rank is 8 as of Jul. 11, 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 Champion Iron (ASX:CIA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Champion Iron stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$3.95 is trading 35.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$6.15. GuruFocus considers Champion Iron to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:CIA:

  • GF Value Rank: 8 (14% above median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: A$6.15 vs. price of A$3.95 (35.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Champion Iron Business Description

Address 91 Evans Street, Level 1, Rozelle, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2039
Champion Iron Ltd is engaged in the exploration and development of iron ore properties in Quebec, Canada. The company projects include Fire Lake North, Powderhorn/Gullbridge, Moire, Quinto Claims, Harvey Tuttle, O'keefe-Purdy, and others. Its segment includes Iron Ore Concentrate, Exploration and Evaluation, and Corporate. The company generates the maximum of its revenue from the Iron Ore Concentrate segment.
72GF Score

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