FQVLF (First Quantum Minerals) GF Value Rank: 3 (As of Jul. 22, 2026) — 40% Below Median

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FQVLF First Quantum Minerals Ltd FQVLF
73 GF Score
Price $27.79
GF Value $16.16
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is First Quantum Minerals GF Value Rank?

First Quantum Minerals FQVLF -0.95% 73 GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 40% below its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates FQVLF with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $16.16 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

First Quantum Minerals has the GF Value Rank of 3.

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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First Quantum Minerals GF Value Rank Related Terms

FQVLF vs SCCO, FCX: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Copper subindustry, First Quantum Minerals'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.

First Quantum Minerals GF Value Rank vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, First Quantum Minerals's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where First Quantum Minerals's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 3 mean?
First Quantum Minerals (FQVLF) has a GF Value Rank of 3 as of Jul. 22, 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 First Quantum Minerals and its competitors. This is 40% below median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, First Quantum Minerals' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is First Quantum Minerals' GF Value Rank too high?
First Quantum Minerals' current GF Value Rank of 3 is 40% below median its 10-year median of 5.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, First Quantum Minerals has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does First Quantum Minerals' GF Value Rank compare to SCCO and FCX?
First Quantum Minerals' GF Value Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Metals & Mining industry. Historically, First Quantum Minerals' 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 Metals & Mining company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Metals & Mining 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 First Quantum Minerals and its competitors. First Quantum Minerals's current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 40% below median its own 10-year median of 5.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is First Quantum Minerals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First Quantum Minerals (FQVLF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $16.16, compared to a current price of $27.79 — trading 72% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 40% below median its 10-year median of 5.00. First Quantum Minerals' overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 First Quantum Minerals (FQVLF), the current GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 22, 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 First Quantum Minerals (FQVLF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First Quantum Minerals stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $27.79 is trading 72% above its estimated GF Value™ of $16.16. GuruFocus considers First Quantum Minerals to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FQVLF:

  • GF Value Rank: 3 (40% below median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: $16.16 vs. price of $27.79 (72% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 6 warning signs

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

First Quantum Minerals Business Description

Other Exchanges IZ1:GermanyFM:Canada
Address 330 Bay Street, Suite 1101, Toronto, ON, CAN, M5H 2S8
First Quantum Minerals Ltd is a diversified mining company. The company's principal activities include mineral exploration, mine engineering and construction, and development and mining operations. The firm produces copper in concentrate, copper anode, copper cathode, nickel, gold, zinc, silver, acid, and pyrite. It has operating mines located in Zambia, Panama, Turkey, Spain, Australia, and Mauritania. The company's reportable operating segments are Cobre Panama, Kansanshi, and Trident.
73GF Score

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