Robert Walters (CHIX:RWAL) GF Value Rank: 2 (As of Jul. 15, 2026) — Near Median

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CHIX:RWAL Robert Walters PLC CHIX:RWAL
51 GF Score
Price £0.98
GF Value £2.71
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Robert Walters GF Value Rank?

Robert Walters CHIX:RWAL -5.24% 51 GF Value Rank is 2 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 2.00. GuruFocus rates CHIX:RWAL with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of £2.71 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Robert Walters 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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CHIX:RWAL vs KFY, RHI, TNET: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Robert Walters'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.


Robert Walters GF Value Rank vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Robert Walters's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Robert Walters's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 2 mean?
Robert Walters (CHIX:RWAL) has a GF Value Rank of 2 as of Jul. 15, 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 Robert Walters and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 2.00. Over the past decade, Robert Walters' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Robert Walters' GF Value Rank too high?
Robert Walters' current GF Value Rank of 2 is near median its 10-year median of 2.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Robert Walters 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 Robert Walters' GF Value Rank compare to KFY and RHI?
Robert Walters' GF Value Rank of 2 can be compared against companies in the Business Services industry. Historically, Robert Walters' 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 Business Services company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Business 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 Robert Walters and its competitors. Robert Walters's current GF Value Rank is 2, which is near median its own 10-year median of 2.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Robert Walters stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Robert Walters (CHIX:RWAL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is £2.71, compared to a current price of £0.98 — trading 64% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 2, which is near median its 10-year median of 2.00. Robert Walters' overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 2 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 Robert Walters (CHIX:RWAL), the current GF Value Rank is 2 as of Jul. 15, 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 Robert Walters (CHIX:RWAL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Robert Walters stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £0.98 is trading 64% below its estimated GF Value™ of £2.71. GuruFocus considers Robert Walters to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:RWAL:

  • GF Value Rank: 2 (near median its 10-year median of 2.00)
  • GF Value™: £2.71 vs. price of £0.98 (64% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 2 warning signs

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


Robert Walters Business Description

Other Exchanges RWA:UKRBW:Germany
Address 11 Slingsby Place, St Martin\'s Courtyard, London, GBR, WC2E 9AB
Robert Walters PLC is a specialist professional recruitment group. The company specialises in the placement of professionals across the disciplines of accountancy and finance, banking, engineering, HR, healthcare, IT, legal, sales, marketing, secretarial and support and supply chain, logistics, and procurement. The company's client base ranges from blue-chip corporates and financial services organizations to SMEs and start-ups. The company provides three core services: Specialist professional recruitment, Recruitment outsourcing, and Talent advisory. Its geographical area of operation includes Asia Pacific, the UK, Europe, and the Rest of World. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Asia Pacific region.
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