Shoe Zone (FRA:86W) GF Value Rank: 7 (As of Aug. 04, 2026) — 250% Above Median

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FRA:86W Shoe Zone PLC FRA:86W
30 GF Score
Price €0.59
GF Value €0.57
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Shoe Zone GF Value Rank?

Shoe Zone FRA:86W 30 GF Value Rank is 7 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 250% above its 10-year median of 2.00. GuruFocus rates FRA:86W with a GF Score™ of 30/100 and a GF Value™ of €0.57 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Shoe Zone has the GF Value Rank of 7.

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.

FRA:86W vs TJX, ROST, BURL: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Apparel Retail subindustry, Shoe Zone'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.

Shoe Zone GF Value Rank vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Shoe Zone's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Shoe Zone's GF Value Rank falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 7 mean?
Shoe Zone (FRA:86W) has a GF Value Rank of 7 as of Aug. 04, 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 Shoe Zone and its competitors. This is 250% above median its historical median of 2.00. Over the past decade, Shoe Zone's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Shoe Zone's GF Value Rank too high?
Shoe Zone's current GF Value Rank of 7 is 250% above 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, Shoe Zone has a GF Score™ of 30/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shoe Zone's GF Value Rank compare to TJX and ROST?
Shoe Zone's GF Value Rank of 7 can be compared against companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry. Historically, Shoe Zone'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 Retail - Cyclical company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Retail - Cyclical 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 Shoe Zone and its competitors. Shoe Zone's current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 250% above 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 Shoe Zone stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shoe Zone (FRA:86W) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.57, compared to a current price of €0.59 — trading 3.5% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 250% above median its 10-year median of 2.00. Shoe Zone's overall GF Score™ is 30/100 with 4 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 Shoe Zone (FRA:86W), the current GF Value Rank is 7 as of Aug. 04, 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 Shoe Zone (FRA:86W) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shoe Zone stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €0.59 is trading 3.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €0.57. GuruFocus considers Shoe Zone to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:86W:

  • GF Value Rank: 7 (250% above median its 10-year median of 2.00)
  • GF Value™: €0.57 vs. price of €0.59 (3.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 30/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:86W stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Shoe Zone Business Description

Other Exchanges SHOE:UK
Address Humberstone Road, Haramead Business Centre, Leicester, Leicestershire, GBR, LE1 2LH
Shoe Zone PLC operates as a footwear retailer offering a wide range and a variety of shoes for all ages, it functions with over 500 stores across the UK. The group has a single distribution center which is located in Leicester, England. Its online offering combined with its store portfolio allows customers to shop via multiple channels. Shoe zone operates in the United Kingdom.
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