CTOWY (China Tower) GF Value Rank: 10 (As of Jul. 24, 2026) — 43% Above Median

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CTOWY China Tower Corp Ltd CTOWY
68 GF Score
Price $14.93
GF Value $17.45
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is China Tower GF Value Rank?

China Tower CTOWY 68 GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 24, 2026, which is 43% above its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates CTOWY with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.45 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

China Tower 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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China Tower GF Value Rank Related Terms


CTOWY vs TMUS, VZ, T: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, China Tower'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.


China Tower GF Value Rank vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, China Tower's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where China Tower's GF Value Rank falls into.


CTOWY
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 10 mean?
China Tower (CTOWY) has a GF Value Rank of 10 as of Jul. 24, 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 China Tower and its competitors. This is 43% above median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, China Tower's GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00.
Is China Tower's GF Value Rank too high?
China Tower's current GF Value Rank of 10 is 43% above median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, China Tower has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Tower's GF Value Rank compare to TMUS and VZ?
China Tower's GF Value Rank of 10 can be compared against companies in the Telecommunication Services industry. Historically, China Tower'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 Telecommunication Services company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Telecommunication 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 China Tower and its competitors. China Tower's current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 43% 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 China Tower stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Tower (CTOWY) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.45, compared to a current price of $14.93 — trading 14.4% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 43% above median its 10-year median of 7.00. China Tower's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 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 China Tower (CTOWY), the current GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 24, 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 China Tower (CTOWY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Tower stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $14.93 is trading 14.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $17.45. GuruFocus considers China Tower to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CTOWY:

  • GF Value Rank: 10 (43% above median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: $17.45 vs. price of $14.93 (14.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 5 warning signs

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


China Tower Business Description

Address Yard No. 9, Dongran North Street, Room 101, LG1 to 3rd Floor, Building 14, North District, Haidian District, Beijing, CHN
China Tower Corp Ltd is a telecommunications tower infrastructure service provider. It is principally engaged in the construction, maintenance, and operation of base station ancillary facilities such as telecommunications towers, public network coverage in high-speed railways and subways, and large-scale indoor Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS). The Group's various operating divisions are Tower business, DAS business, Smart Tower business, and Energy business. Geographically, the Group derives all of its revenue from Mainland China.
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