ETS Group (HKSE:08031) GF Value Rank: 3 (As of Aug. 26, 2026) — 63% Below Median

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HKSE:08031 ETS Group Ltd HKSE:08031
45 GF Score
Price HK$0.30
GF Value HK$0.17
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is ETS Group GF Value Rank?

ETS Group HKSE:08031 -1.67% 45 GF Value Rank is 3 as of Aug. 26, 2026, which is 63% below its 10-year median of 8.00. GuruFocus rates HKSE:08031 with a GF Score™ of 45/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$0.17 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

ETS Group 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.

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HKSE:08031 vs KFY, RHI, TNET: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, ETS Group'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.


ETS Group GF Value Rank vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, ETS Group's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where ETS Group's GF Value Rank falls into.


HKSE:08031
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 3 mean?
ETS Group (HKSE:08031) has a GF Value Rank of 3 as of Aug. 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 ETS Group and its competitors. This is 63% below median its historical median of 8.00. Over the past decade, ETS Group's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is ETS Group's GF Value Rank too high?
ETS Group's current GF Value Rank of 3 is 63% below median its 10-year median of 8.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, ETS Group has a GF Score™ of 45/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ETS Group's GF Value Rank compare to KFY and RHI?
ETS Group's GF Value Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Business Services industry. Historically, ETS Group'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 Business Services company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Business Services 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 ETS Group and its competitors. ETS Group's current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 63% below median its own 10-year median of 8.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ETS Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ETS Group (HKSE:08031) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.17, compared to a current price of HK$0.30 — trading 73.5% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 63% below median its 10-year median of 8.00. ETS Group's overall GF Score™ is 45/100 with 2 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 ETS Group (HKSE:08031), the current GF Value Rank is 3 as of Aug. 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 ETS Group (HKSE:08031) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ETS Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of HK$0.30 is trading 73.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.17. GuruFocus considers ETS Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:08031:

  • GF Value Rank: 3 (63% below median its 10-year median of 8.00)
  • GF Value™: HK$0.17 vs. price of HK$0.30 (73.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:08031 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


ETS Group Business Description

Address 1163 Canton Road, 4th Floor, China Paint Building, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong, HKG
ETS Group Ltd is engaged in providing comprehensive multi-media contact services, contact centre system and staff insourcing in Hong Kong. It has its services in six operating segments: Outsourcing inbound contact service, Outsourcing outbound contact service, Staff insourcing service, Contact service centre & service centre facilities management service, and The System and software business. Key revenue is earned from Staff insourcing services.
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