Northern Trust (FRA:NT4) GF Value Rank: 3 (As of Jul. 31, 2026) — 67% Below Median

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FRA:NT4 Northern Trust Corp FRA:NT4
76 GF Score
Price €154.90
GF Value €102.99
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Northern Trust GF Value Rank?

Northern Trust FRA:NT4 -1.65% 76 GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 67% below its 10-year median of 9.00. GuruFocus rates FRA:NT4 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of €102.99 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Northern Trust 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.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

Northern Trust GF Value Rank Related Terms

FRA:NT4 vs PFG, TROW, BEN: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Northern Trust'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.

Northern Trust GF Value Rank vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Northern Trust's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Northern Trust'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 3 mean?
Northern Trust (FRA:NT4) has a GF Value Rank of 3 as of Jul. 31, 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 Northern Trust and its competitors. This is 67% below median its historical median of 9.00. Over the past decade, Northern Trust's GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 10.00.
Is Northern Trust's GF Value Rank too high?
Northern Trust's current GF Value Rank of 3 is 67% below median its 10-year median of 9.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Northern Trust has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Northern Trust's GF Value Rank compare to PFG and TROW?
Northern Trust's GF Value Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. Historically, Northern Trust's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 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 an Asset Management company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Asset Management 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 Northern Trust and its competitors. Northern Trust's current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 67% below median its own 10-year median of 9.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Northern Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Northern Trust (FRA:NT4) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €102.99, compared to a current price of €154.90 — trading 50.4% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 67% below median its 10-year median of 9.00. Northern Trust's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Northern Trust (FRA:NT4), the current GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 31, 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 Northern Trust (FRA:NT4) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Northern Trust stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €154.90 is trading 50.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €102.99. GuruFocus considers Northern Trust to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:NT4:

  • GF Value Rank: 3 (67% below median its 10-year median of 9.00)
  • GF Value™: €102.99 vs. price of €154.90 (50.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:NT4 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Northern Trust Business Description

Address 50 South La Salle Street, Chicago, IL, USA, 60603
Northern Trust is a leading provider of wealth management, asset servicing, asset management, and banking to corporations, institutions, affluent families, and individuals. Founded in Chicago in 1889, Northern Trust has offices in 20 states and Washington, D.C. as well as 23 locations in Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. As of December 2025, Northern Trust had assets under custody or administration of $18.7 trillion and assets under management of $1.8 trillion.
76GF Score

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