IOBCF (Ion Beam Applications) GF Value Rank: 7 (As of Jun. 30, 2026) — 75% Above Median


IOBCF Ion Beam Applications SA IOBCF
82 GF Score
Price $19.00
GF Value $17.98
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Ion Beam Applications GF Value Rank?

Ion Beam Applications IOBCF +0.51% 82 GF Value Rank is 7 as of Jun. 30, 2026, which is 75% above its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates IOBCF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.98 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review.

Ion Beam Applications has the GF Value Rank of 7.

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.

Ion Beam Applications GF Value Rank Related Terms

IOBCF vs ABT, SYK, MDT: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Medical Devices subindustry, Ion Beam Applications'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.

Ion Beam Applications GF Value Rank vs Medical Devices & Instruments Industry

For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry and Healthcare sector, Ion Beam Applications's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ion Beam Applications's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 7 mean?
Ion Beam Applications (IOBCF) has a GF Value Rank of 7 as of Jun. 30, 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 Ion Beam Applications and its competitors. This is 75% above median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Ion Beam Applications' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Ion Beam Applications' GF Value Rank too high?
Ion Beam Applications' current GF Value Rank of 7 is 75% above median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Ion Beam Applications has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ion Beam Applications' GF Value Rank compare to ABT and SYK?
Ion Beam Applications' GF Value Rank of 7 can be compared against companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry. Historically, Ion Beam Applications' 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 Medical Devices & Instruments company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Medical Devices & Instruments 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 Ion Beam Applications and its competitors. Ion Beam Applications's current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 75% above median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ion Beam Applications stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ion Beam Applications (IOBCF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.98, compared to a current price of $19.00 — trading 5.7% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 75% above median its 10-year median of 4.00. Ion Beam Applications' overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 10 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 Ion Beam Applications (IOBCF), the current GF Value Rank is 7 as of Jun. 30, 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 Ion Beam Applications (IOBCF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ion Beam Applications stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $19.00 is trading 5.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $17.98. GuruFocus considers Ion Beam Applications to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for IOBCF:

  • GF Value Rank: 7 (75% above median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: $17.98 vs. price of $19.00 (5.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 10 warning signs

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

Ion Beam Applications Business Description

Address Chemin du Cyclotron, 3, Louvain-La-Neuve, BEL, B-1348
Ion Beam Applications SA develops and manufactures medical devices and software solutions. The firm operates in three segments: IBA Clinical, including Proton Therapy and Dosimetry; IBA Technologies; and IBA Corporate. Proton therapy and other accelerators contribute to the majority of sales. It offers solutions for precision cancer treatment through the use of proton beams, as well as cyclotrons used for the production of radioisotopes and industrial accelerators for sterilization and ionization. The dosimetry business sells measurement and quality assurance instruments for radiotherapy and medical imaging. The firm operates in three geographical areas: Belgium, the United States, China, Germany, and India.
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