Helios Underwriting (LSE:HUW) GF Value Rank: 8 (As of Aug. 28, 2026) — 60% Above Median

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

LSE:HUW Helios Underwriting PLC LSE:HUW
62 GF Score
Price £2.28
GF Value £2.76
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Helios Underwriting GF Value Rank?

Helios Underwriting LSE:HUW +1.11% 62 GF Value Rank is 8 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 60% above its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates LSE:HUW with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of £2.76 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Helios Underwriting has the GF Value Rank of 8.

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.


Helios Underwriting GF Value Rank Related Terms


LSE:HUW vs BRK.A, AIG, HIG: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Insurance - Diversified subindustry, Helios Underwriting'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.


Helios Underwriting GF Value Rank vs Insurance Industry

For the Insurance industry and Financial Services sector, Helios Underwriting's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Helios Underwriting's GF Value Rank falls into.


LSE:HUW
62GF Score
Helios Underwriting PLC LSE:HUW
GF Value Rank is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 8 mean?
Helios Underwriting (LSE:HUW) has a GF Value Rank of 8 as of Aug. 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 Helios Underwriting and its competitors. This is 60% above median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, Helios Underwriting's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Helios Underwriting's GF Value Rank too high?
Helios Underwriting's current GF Value Rank of 8 is 60% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Helios Underwriting has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Helios Underwriting's GF Value Rank compare to BRK.A and AIG?
Helios Underwriting's GF Value Rank of 8 can be compared against companies in the Insurance industry. Historically, Helios Underwriting'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 an Insurance company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Insurance 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 Helios Underwriting and its competitors. Helios Underwriting's current GF Value Rank is 8, which is 60% above median its own 10-year median of 5.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Helios Underwriting stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Helios Underwriting (LSE:HUW) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £2.76, compared to a current price of £2.28 — trading 17.6% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 8, which is 60% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. Helios Underwriting's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 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 Helios Underwriting (LSE:HUW), the current GF Value Rank is 8 as of Aug. 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 Helios Underwriting (LSE:HUW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Helios Underwriting stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £2.28 is trading 17.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of £2.76. GuruFocus considers Helios Underwriting to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:HUW:

  • GF Value Rank: 8 (60% above median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: £2.76 vs. price of £2.28 (17.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Helios Underwriting Business Description

Address 33 Cornhill, 1st Floor, London, GBR, EC3V 3ND
Helios Underwriting PLC provides investors with exposure to the Lloyd's insurance market through an actively managed portfolio of syndicate capacity. The Company's principal activity is to provide a limited liability investment for shareholders through participation in a portfolio of Lloyd's syndicates. It participates in the insurance business as an underwriting member of Lloyd's through wholly owned undertakings and investments in Limited Liability Vehicles (LLVs). The Company also provides syndicate research, advice on syndicate selection, and portfolio curation. Its core business purpose is to offer investors growth and returns from exposure to Lloyd's of London through investment income (dividends) and capital appreciation resulting from increases in NAV per share and share price.
62GF Score

Get the complete analysis for LSE:HUW

GF Value Rank is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

£2.28
Price
£2.76
GF Value