Columbus McKinnon (FRA:VC3) GF Value Rank: 2 (As of Jul. 07, 2026) — 60% Below Median


FRA:VC3 Columbus McKinnon Corp FRA:VC3
50 GF Score
Price €11.90
GF Value €41.33
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Columbus McKinnon GF Value Rank?

Columbus McKinnon FRA:VC3 +0.85% 50 GF Value Rank is 2 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 60% below its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates FRA:VC3 with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of €41.33 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Columbus McKinnon has the GF Value Rank of 2.

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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Columbus McKinnon GF Value Rank Related Terms

FRA:VC3 vs MTW, TWI, WNC: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, Columbus McKinnon'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.

Columbus McKinnon GF Value Rank vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, Columbus McKinnon's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Columbus McKinnon's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 2 mean?
Columbus McKinnon (FRA:VC3) has a GF Value Rank of 2 as of Jul. 07, 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 Columbus McKinnon and its competitors. This is 60% below median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, Columbus McKinnon's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Columbus McKinnon's GF Value Rank too high?
Columbus McKinnon's current GF Value Rank of 2 is 60% 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, Columbus McKinnon has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Columbus McKinnon's GF Value Rank compare to MTW and TWI?
Columbus McKinnon's GF Value Rank of 2 can be compared against companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry. Historically, Columbus McKinnon'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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery 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 Columbus McKinnon and its competitors. Columbus McKinnon's current GF Value Rank is 2, which is 60% 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 Columbus McKinnon stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Columbus McKinnon (FRA:VC3) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €41.33, compared to a current price of €11.90 — trading 71.2% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 2, which is 60% below median its 10-year median of 5.00. Columbus McKinnon's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 7 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 Columbus McKinnon (FRA:VC3), the current GF Value Rank is 2 as of Jul. 07, 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 Columbus McKinnon (FRA:VC3) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Columbus McKinnon stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €11.90 is trading 71.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €41.33. GuruFocus considers Columbus McKinnon to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:VC3:

  • GF Value Rank: 2 (60% below median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: €41.33 vs. price of €11.90 (71.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:VC3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Columbus McKinnon Business Description

Other Exchanges CMCO:USA
Address 13320 Ballantyne Corporate Place, Suite D, Charlotte, NC, USA, 28277
Columbus McKinnon Corp is a world'wide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions for material handling that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. These are relevant, professional-grade solutions that solve its customers critical material handling requirements.The Company has one operating and reportable segment. It has presence in United State, Germany, Europe, Middle East, and Africa (Excluding Germany), Canada, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. It has majority of sales from United States.
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