EBSH (Empire Bancshares) GF Value Rank: 1 (As of Aug. 02, 2026) — 86% Below Median

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EBSH Empire Bancshares Inc EBSH
52 GF Score
Price $41.63
GF Value $23.52
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Empire Bancshares GF Value Rank?

Empire Bancshares EBSH 52 GF Value Rank is 1 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 86% below its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates EBSH with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.52 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Empire Bancshares has the GF Value Rank of 1.

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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Empire Bancshares GF Value Rank Related Terms

EBSH vs GWBK, MNBO, GTPS: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, Empire Bancshares'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.

Empire Bancshares GF Value Rank vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Empire Bancshares's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Empire Bancshares's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 1 mean?
Empire Bancshares (EBSH) has a GF Value Rank of 1 as of Aug. 02, 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 Empire Bancshares and its competitors. This is 86% below median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Empire Bancshares' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 9.00.
Is Empire Bancshares' GF Value Rank too high?
Empire Bancshares' current GF Value Rank of 1 is 86% below 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 9.00. Overall, Empire Bancshares has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Empire Bancshares' GF Value Rank compare to GWBK and MNBO?
Empire Bancshares' GF Value Rank of 1 can be compared against companies in the Banks industry. Historically, Empire Bancshares' own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 9.00 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 Banks company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Banks 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 Empire Bancshares and its competitors. Empire Bancshares's current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 86% below 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 Empire Bancshares stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Empire Bancshares (EBSH) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.52, compared to a current price of $41.63 — trading 77% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 86% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Empire Bancshares' overall GF Score™ is 52/100 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 Empire Bancshares (EBSH), the current GF Value Rank is 1 as of Aug. 02, 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 Empire Bancshares (EBSH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Empire Bancshares stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $41.63 is trading 77% above its estimated GF Value™ of $23.52. GuruFocus considers Empire Bancshares to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for EBSH:

  • GF Value Rank: 1 (86% below median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: $23.52 vs. price of $41.63 (77% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Empire Bancshares Business Description

Address 144 E. High Street, PO Box 283, Hicksville, OH, USA, 43526
Empire Bancshares Inc, through its subsidiary, is engaged in providing banking products and services. The Bank's principal services include accepting deposits and making loans. Loan and deposit customers are mainly located in northwestern Ohio and northeastern Indiana, and include a wide range of individuals, businesses, and other organizations. A portion of loans is secured by various forms of collateral, including real estate, business assets, consumer property, and other items, although borrower cash flow is generally the primary source of repayment.
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