JAPAF (Japan Tobacco) GF Value Rank: 6 (As of Jul. 06, 2026) — Near Median


JAPAF Japan Tobacco Inc JAPAF
75 GF Score
Price $37.50
GF Value $32.94
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Japan Tobacco GF Value Rank?

Japan Tobacco JAPAF 75 GF Value Rank is 6 as of Jul. 06, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates JAPAF with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $32.94 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Japan Tobacco has the GF Value Rank of 6.

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.

Japan Tobacco GF Value Rank Related Terms

JAPAF vs PM, MO, TPB: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Tobacco subindustry, Japan Tobacco'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.

Japan Tobacco GF Value Rank vs Tobacco Products Industry

For the Tobacco Products industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Japan Tobacco's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Japan Tobacco's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 6 mean?
Japan Tobacco (JAPAF) has a GF Value Rank of 6 as of Jul. 06, 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 Japan Tobacco and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Japan Tobacco's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Japan Tobacco's GF Value Rank too high?
Japan Tobacco's current GF Value Rank of 6 is near median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Japan Tobacco has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Japan Tobacco's GF Value Rank compare to PM and MO?
Japan Tobacco's GF Value Rank of 6 can be compared against companies in the Tobacco Products industry. Historically, Japan Tobacco'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 Tobacco Products company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Tobacco Products 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 Japan Tobacco and its competitors. Japan Tobacco's current GF Value Rank is 6, which is near median its own 10-year median of 6.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Japan Tobacco stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Japan Tobacco (JAPAF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $32.94, compared to a current price of $37.50 — trading 13.8% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 6, which is near median its 10-year median of 6.00. Japan Tobacco's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 Japan Tobacco (JAPAF), the current GF Value Rank is 6 as of Jul. 06, 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 Japan Tobacco (JAPAF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Japan Tobacco stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $37.50 is trading 13.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $32.94. GuruFocus considers Japan Tobacco to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for JAPAF:

  • GF Value Rank: 6 (near median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: $32.94 vs. price of $37.50 (13.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 7 warning signs

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

Japan Tobacco Business Description

Address 4-1-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 105-6927
Japan Tobacco primarily sells cigarettes and reduced-risk products, organized in three clusters consisting of Asia (which includes its home market and countries in Asia Pacific), Western Europe, and EMA (which includes Eastern Europe, the Middle East North Africa, Turkey, Americas, and duty-free). Its leading cigarette brands include Winston (non-US), Camel (non-US), Mevius, and LD. Its reduced-risk brands include Logic in vaping, Ploom in heated tobacco, and Nordic Spirit in nicotine pouches, though these generates less than 5% of tobacco sales.
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