Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers (JSE:CAT) GF Value Rank: 9 (As of Jul. 28, 2026) — 29% Above Median

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JSE:CAT Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers Ltd JSE:CAT
88 GF Score
Price R12.11
GF Value R12.42
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers GF Value Rank?

Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers JSE:CAT -1.54% 88 GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 28, 2026, which is 29% above its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates JSE:CAT with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of R12.42 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers 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.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers GF Value Rank Related Terms

JSE:CAT vs NYT, WLY: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers'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.

Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers GF Value Rank vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers'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 9 mean?
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers (JSE:CAT) has a GF Value Rank of 9 as of Jul. 28, 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 Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers and its competitors. This is 29% above median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' GF Value Rank too high?
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' current GF Value Rank of 9 is 29% above median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' GF Value Rank compare to NYT and WLY?
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' GF Value Rank of 9 can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. Historically, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' 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 Media - Diversified company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Media - Diversified 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 Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers and its competitors. Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 29% above median its own 10-year median of 7.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers (JSE:CAT) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R12.42, compared to a current price of R12.11 — trading 2.5% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 29% above median its 10-year median of 7.00. Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 3 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 Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers (JSE:CAT), the current GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 28, 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 Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers (JSE:CAT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R12.11 is trading 2.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of R12.42. GuruFocus considers Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:CAT:

  • GF Value Rank: 9 (29% above median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: R12.42 vs. price of R12.11 (2.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers Business Description

Address Caxton House, Craighall Park, 368 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2196
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers Ltd is involved in the publishing and printing of newspapers and magazines, as well as in the manufacturing and distribution of packaging, stationery, and labels. It operates through three reportable segments: Publishing, Printing and Distribution; Packaging and Stationery; and Other. The Publishing, Printing and Distribution segment derives revenue from newspaper publishing and printing, digital assets, web and gravure printing, and book and magazine printing. The Packaging and Stationery segment derives revenue from selling packaging and stationery products. The Other segment derives revenue from dividends, intergroup rent, and interest. The majority of revenue comes from Packaging and Stationery.
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