MEI (Methode Electronics) GF Value Rank: 3 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 50% Below Median

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MEI Methode Electronics Inc MEI
63 GF Score
Price $15.34
GF Value $9.94
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Methode Electronics GF Value Rank?

Methode Electronics MEI -2.66% 63 GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 50% below its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates MEI with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $9.94 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Methode Electronics 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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Methode Electronics GF Value Rank Related Terms

MEI vs KOPN, LPTH, OPTX: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Methode Electronics'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.

Methode Electronics GF Value Rank vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Methode Electronics's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Methode Electronics'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?
Methode Electronics (MEI) has a GF Value Rank of 3 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 Methode Electronics and its competitors. This is 50% below median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Methode Electronics' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Methode Electronics' GF Value Rank too high?
Methode Electronics' current GF Value Rank of 3 is 50% below 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, Methode Electronics has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Methode Electronics' GF Value Rank compare to KOPN and LPTH?
Methode Electronics' GF Value Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Hardware industry. Historically, Methode Electronics' 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 Hardware company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Hardware 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 Methode Electronics and its competitors. Methode Electronics's current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 50% below 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 Methode Electronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Methode Electronics (MEI) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $9.94, compared to a current price of $15.34 — trading 54.3% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 50% below median its 10-year median of 6.00. Methode Electronics' overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Methode Electronics (MEI), the current GF Value Rank is 3 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 Methode Electronics (MEI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Methode Electronics stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $15.34 is trading 54.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $9.94. GuruFocus considers Methode Electronics to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEI:

  • GF Value Rank: 3 (50% below median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: $9.94 vs. price of $15.34 (54.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Methode Electronics Business Description

Other Exchanges ME5A:Germany
Address 8750 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 1000, Chicago, IL, USA, 60631-3518
Methode Electronics Inc supplier of custom-engineered solutions with sales, engineering, and manufacturing locations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. It designs, engineers, and produces mechatronic products for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) utilizing a broad range of technologies for user interface, light-emitting diode (LED) lighting systems, power distribution, and sensor applications. The firm is organized into various business segments: Automotive, Industrial, Interface, and Medical. The Automotive segment, which generates maximum revenue, supplies electronic and electro-mechanical devices and related products to automobiles, including overhead and center consoles, hidden and ergonomic switches, insert molded components, LED-based lighting, and sensors.
63GF Score

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