London Security (LSE:LSC) GF Value Rank: 10 (As of Jul. 15, 2026) — 25% Above Median

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LSE:LSC London Security PLC LSE:LSC
89 GF Score
Price £35.50
GF Value £39.26
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is London Security GF Value Rank?

London Security LSE:LSC 89 GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 25% above its 10-year median of 8.00. GuruFocus rates LSE:LSC with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of £39.26 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

London Security has the GF Value Rank of 10.

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.

London Security GF Value Rank Related Terms

LSE:LSC vs ALLE, MSA, ADT: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Security & Protection Services subindustry, London Security'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.

London Security GF Value Rank vs Business Services Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where London Security's GF Value Rank falls into.


LSE:LSC
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What does a GF Value Rank of 10 mean?
London Security (LSE:LSC) has a GF Value Rank of 10 as of Jul. 15, 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 London Security and its competitors. This is 25% above median its historical median of 8.00. Over the past decade, London Security's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is London Security's GF Value Rank too high?
London Security's current GF Value Rank of 10 is 25% above median its 10-year median of 8.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, London Security has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does London Security's GF Value Rank compare to ALLE and MSA?
London Security's GF Value Rank of 10 can be compared against companies in the Business Services industry. Historically, London Security'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 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 London Security and its competitors. London Security's current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 25% above median its own 10-year median of 8.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is London Security stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, London Security (LSE:LSC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £39.26, compared to a current price of £35.50 — trading 9.6% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 25% above median its 10-year median of 8.00. London Security's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 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 London Security (LSE:LSC), the current GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 15, 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 London Security (LSE:LSC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, London Security stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £35.50 is trading 9.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of £39.26. GuruFocus considers London Security to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:LSC:

  • GF Value Rank: 10 (25% above median its 10-year median of 8.00)
  • GF Value™: £39.26 vs. price of £35.50 (9.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 3 warning signs

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

London Security Business Description

Address 2 Jubilee Way, Premier House, Elland, West Yorkshire, GBR, HX5 9DY
London Security PLC is an investment holding company that provides fire protection services and products. The business activity of the group functions through the United Kingdom, Belgium, the Netherlands, Austria, and the Rest of Europe. It derives revenue from the Outright sale of equipment, Maintenance, service, installation, and Equipment rental activity. The company's products are marketed under the Nu-Swift, Ansul, Total, and Master brands. The group operates in a single segment, which is the provision and maintenance of fire protection and security equipment in Europe.
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