Pakistan Stock Exchange (KAR:PSX) GF Value Rank: 3 (As of Jul. 31, 2026) — 57% Below Median

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KAR:PSX Pakistan Stock Exchange Ltd KAR:PSX
72 GF Score
Price ₨52.43
GF Value ₨28.49
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Pakistan Stock Exchange GF Value Rank?

Pakistan Stock Exchange KAR:PSX +2.22% 72 GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 57% below its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates KAR:PSX with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨28.49 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Pakistan Stock Exchange 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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Pakistan Stock Exchange GF Value Rank Related Terms


KAR:PSX vs SPGI, CME, ICE: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Financial Data & Stock Exchanges subindustry, Pakistan Stock Exchange'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.


Pakistan Stock Exchange GF Value Rank vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Pakistan Stock Exchange's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Pakistan Stock Exchange'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 3 mean?
Pakistan Stock Exchange (KAR:PSX) has a GF Value Rank of 3 as of Jul. 31, 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 Pakistan Stock Exchange and its competitors. This is 57% below median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Pakistan Stock Exchange's GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00.
Is Pakistan Stock Exchange's GF Value Rank too high?
Pakistan Stock Exchange's current GF Value Rank of 3 is 57% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Pakistan Stock Exchange has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pakistan Stock Exchange's GF Value Rank compare to SPGI and CME?
Pakistan Stock Exchange's GF Value Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Capital Markets industry. Historically, Pakistan Stock Exchange's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 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 Capital Markets company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Capital Markets 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 Pakistan Stock Exchange and its competitors. Pakistan Stock Exchange's current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 57% below 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 Pakistan Stock Exchange stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan Stock Exchange (KAR:PSX) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨28.49, compared to a current price of ₨52.43 — trading 84% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 57% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Pakistan Stock Exchange's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 4 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 Pakistan Stock Exchange (KAR:PSX), the current GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 31, 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 Pakistan Stock Exchange (KAR:PSX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan Stock Exchange stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₨52.43 is trading 84% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨28.49. GuruFocus considers Pakistan Stock Exchange to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:PSX:

  • GF Value Rank: 3 (57% below median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: ₨28.49 vs. price of ₨52.43 (84% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Pakistan Stock Exchange Business Description

Address Stock Exchange Road, Stock Exchange Building, Karachi, SD, PAK, 74000
Pakistan Stock Exchange Ltd is engaged in conducting, regulating and controlling the trade or business of purchasing, selling and trading in debentures stock, government papers, shares, scrips, stocks, bonds, loans, and any other instruments and securities. The products of the company involve Equity Segments, known as Ready Market (T+2), Bills & Bonds (for trading in government debt securities & corporate debt), Futures Counter, Deliverable Futures Contracts, Stock Index Futures, Negotiated Deal Market, REIT, Exchange Traded Funds and GEM Board.
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