HNWAF (Hanwa Co) GF Value Rank: 5 (As of Jul. 20, 2026) — 67% Above Median

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HNWAF Hanwa Co Ltd HNWAF
55 GF Score
Price $10.79
GF Value $7.61
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Hanwa Co GF Value Rank?

Hanwa Co HNWAF -1.55% 55 GF Value Rank is 5 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 67% above its 10-year median of 3.00. GuruFocus rates HNWAF with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of $7.61 (Significantly Overvalued).

Hanwa Co has the GF Value Rank of 5.

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.

HNWAF vs HON, MMM: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Hanwa Co'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.

Hanwa Co GF Value Rank vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Hanwa Co's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hanwa Co'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 5 mean?
Hanwa Co (HNWAF) has a GF Value Rank of 5 as of Jul. 20, 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 Hanwa Co and its competitors. This is 67% above median its historical median of 3.00. Over the past decade, Hanwa Co's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 6.00.
Is Hanwa Co's GF Value Rank too high?
Hanwa Co's current GF Value Rank of 5 is 67% above median its 10-year median of 3.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 6.00. Overall, Hanwa Co has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hanwa Co's GF Value Rank compare to HON and MMM?
Hanwa Co's GF Value Rank of 5 can be compared against companies in the Conglomerates industry. Historically, Hanwa Co's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 6.00 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 Conglomerates company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Conglomerates 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 Hanwa Co and its competitors. Hanwa Co's current GF Value Rank is 5, which is 67% above median its own 10-year median of 3.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hanwa Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hanwa Co (HNWAF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $7.61, compared to a current price of $10.79 — trading 41.8% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 5, which is 67% above median its 10-year median of 3.00. Hanwa Co's overall GF Score™ is 55/100. 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 Hanwa Co (HNWAF), the current GF Value Rank is 5 as of Jul. 20, 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 Hanwa Co (HNWAF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hanwa Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $10.79 is trading 41.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $7.61. GuruFocus considers Hanwa Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HNWAF:

  • GF Value Rank: 5 (67% above median its 10-year median of 3.00)
  • GF Value™: $7.61 vs. price of $10.79 (41.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100

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

Hanwa Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 8078:JapanHW4:Germany
Address 1-13-1, Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Ginza Shochiku Square Building, Tokyo, JPN, 104-8429
Hanwa Co Ltd is a Japan-based trading company with seven segments. The steel segment handles steel products and building materials. The metals and alloys segment supplies chromium, manganese, and other metals. The nonferrous metals segment recycles aluminum, copper, nickel, and chromium. The food products segment handles seafood. The petroleum and chemicals segment trades petroleum products and others. The overseas sales subsidiaries segment comprises Hanwa's overseas subsidiaries in North America and Asia. The other business segment imports forest products and handles amusement facilities and industrial machinery. Steel, petroleum and chemicals, and metals and alloys are the three largest segments by revenue contribution. Hanwa generates most of its revenue from Japanese domestic market.
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