Emerald Holding (FRA:EM7) GF Value Rank: 1 (As of Jul. 26, 2026) — 75% Below Median

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FRA:EM7 Emerald Holding Inc FRA:EM7
55 GF Score
Price €4.38
GF Value €2.23
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Emerald Holding GF Value Rank?

Emerald Holding FRA:EM7 55 GF Value Rank is 1 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 75% below its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates FRA:EM7 with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of €2.23 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Emerald Holding 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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Emerald Holding GF Value Rank Related Terms


FRA:EM7 vs CRTO, EVC, QNST: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Emerald Holding'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.


Emerald Holding GF Value Rank vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Emerald Holding's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Emerald Holding's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 1 mean?
Emerald Holding (FRA:EM7) has a GF Value Rank of 1 as of Jul. 26, 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 Emerald Holding and its competitors. This is 75% below median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Emerald Holding's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Emerald Holding's GF Value Rank too high?
Emerald Holding's current GF Value Rank of 1 is 75% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Emerald Holding has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Emerald Holding's GF Value Rank compare to CRTO and EVC?
Emerald Holding's GF Value Rank of 1 can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. Historically, Emerald Holding'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 Media - Diversified company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Media - Diversified 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 Emerald Holding and its competitors. Emerald Holding's current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 75% below median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Emerald Holding stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Emerald Holding (FRA:EM7) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €2.23, compared to a current price of €4.38 — trading 96.4% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 75% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. Emerald Holding's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 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 Emerald Holding (FRA:EM7), the current GF Value Rank is 1 as of Jul. 26, 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 Emerald Holding (FRA:EM7) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Emerald Holding stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €4.38 is trading 96.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €2.23. GuruFocus considers Emerald Holding to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:EM7:

  • GF Value Rank: 1 (75% below median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: €2.23 vs. price of €4.38 (96.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:EM7 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Emerald Holding Business Description

Other Exchanges EEX:USA
Address 100 Broadway, 14th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10005
Emerald Holding Inc is a business-to-business (B2B) event organizer principally in the United States, with operations in the United Kingdom (U.K.), France, and other markets. The company is engaged in three complementary business lines: Connections division consists of a collection of B2B trade show franchises and other live events that provide exhibitors opportunities to engage with buyers and expand their brand's awareness in their industry; the Content division consists of B2B print publications and digital media products that complement existing trade show properties, and the Commerce division provides B2B e-commerce and digital merchandising solutions to manufacturers and retailers. Emerald's key revenue is derived from the Connections business, its only reportable segment.
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