HIO (Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd) GF Value Rank: 9 (As of Jul. 08, 2026) — 350% Above Median


HIO Western Asset High Income Oppor Fd Inc HIO
54 GF Score
Price $3.63
GF Value $3.73
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd GF Value Rank?

Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd HIO -0.27% 54 GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 08, 2026, which is 350% above its 10-year median of 2.00. GuruFocus rates HIO with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.73 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd has the GF Value Rank of 9.

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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Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd GF Value Rank Related Terms

HIO vs CAF, HPF, BKT: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd'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.

Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd GF Value Rank vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 9 mean?
Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd (HIO) has a GF Value Rank of 9 as of Jul. 08, 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 Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd and its competitors. This is 350% above median its historical median of 2.00. Over the past decade, Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 9.00.
Is Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd's GF Value Rank too high?
Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd's current GF Value Rank of 9 is 350% 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 9.00. Overall, Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd's GF Value Rank compare to CAF and HPF?
Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd's GF Value Rank of 9 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. Historically, Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 9.00 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 Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd and its competitors. Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd's current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 350% 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 Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd (HIO) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.73, compared to a current price of $3.63 — trading 2.7% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 350% above median its 10-year median of 2.00. Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 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 Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd (HIO), the current GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 08, 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 Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd (HIO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $3.63 is trading 2.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $3.73. GuruFocus considers Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for HIO:

  • GF Value Rank: 9 (350% above median its 10-year median of 2.00)
  • GF Value™: $3.73 vs. price of $3.63 (2.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 7 warning signs

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

Western Asset Highome Oppor Fd Business Description

Address One Madison Avenue, 17th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10010
Western Asset High Income Oppor Fd Inc is a diversified closed-end management investment company. The company's primary objective is to seek high current income and the secondary objective is capital appreciation. It invests a majority of its net assets in high-yield corporate debt securities and the rest in common stock equivalents, including options, warrants, and rights. The company invests in securities of companies from various sectors such as energy, technology, utilities, industrials, communications, finance, and capital goods among others.
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