KELYB (Kelly Services) GF Value Rank: 9 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 50% Above Median

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KELYB Kelly Services Inc KELYB
67 GF Score
Price $24.80
GF Value $23.55
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Kelly Services GF Value Rank?

Kelly Services KELYB +3.98% 67 GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 50% above its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates KELYB with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.55 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review.

Kelly Services 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.

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Kelly Services GF Value Rank Related Terms

KELYB vs TBI, HQI, MHH: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Kelly Services'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.

Kelly Services GF Value Rank vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Kelly Services's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kelly Services'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?
Kelly Services (KELYB) has a GF Value Rank of 9 as of Jul. 16, 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 Kelly Services and its competitors. This is 50% above median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Kelly Services' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Kelly Services' GF Value Rank too high?
Kelly Services' current GF Value Rank of 9 is 50% above 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, Kelly Services has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kelly Services' GF Value Rank compare to TBI and HQI?
Kelly Services' GF Value Rank of 9 can be compared against companies in the Business Services industry. Historically, Kelly Services' 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 Business Services company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Business Services 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 Kelly Services and its competitors. Kelly Services's current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 50% above 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 Kelly Services stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelly Services (KELYB) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.55, compared to a current price of $24.80 — trading 5.3% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 50% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Kelly Services' overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 11 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 Kelly Services (KELYB), the current GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 16, 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 Kelly Services (KELYB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelly Services stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $24.80 is trading 5.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $23.55. GuruFocus considers Kelly Services to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for KELYB:

  • GF Value Rank: 9 (50% above median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: $23.55 vs. price of $24.80 (5.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 11 warning signs

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

Kelly Services Business Description

Other Exchanges KELYA:USAKYS:Germany
Address 999 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI, USA, 48084
Kelly Services Inc is a specialty talent solutions company. The company operates through three reportable segments: i) Enterprise Talent Management, which provides temporary staffing, outsourcing, and permanent placement services across industrial, contact center, and clerical roles, ii) Science, Engineering & Technology, which supplies specialized talent across multiple industries, and iii) Education, which delivers staffing, placement, and executive search services to Pre-K-12 school districts and education organizations in the United States. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Enterprise Talent Management segment. Geographically, it generates the maximum revenue from the United States, followed by Europe and the Asia-Pacific Region.
67GF Score

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