Standard Bank Malawi (MSW:STANDARD) GF Value Rank: 1 (As of Jul. 07, 2026) — 67% Below Median


MSW:STANDARD Standard Bank Malawi PLC MSW:STANDARD
77 GF Score
Price MWK3,999.32
GF Value MWK1,928.98
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Standard Bank Malawi GF Value Rank?

Standard Bank Malawi MSW:STANDARD 77 GF Value Rank is 1 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 67% below its 10-year median of 3.00. GuruFocus rates MSW:STANDARD with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of MWK1,928.98 (Significantly Overvalued).

Standard Bank Malawi has the GF Value Rank of 1.

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.

Standard Bank Malawi GF Value Rank Related Terms

MSW:STANDARD vs PNC, USB: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, Standard Bank Malawi'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.

Standard Bank Malawi GF Value Rank vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Standard Bank Malawi's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Standard Bank Malawi'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 1 mean?
Standard Bank Malawi (MSW:STANDARD) has a GF Value Rank of 1 as of Jul. 07, 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 Standard Bank Malawi and its competitors. This is 67% below median its historical median of 3.00. Over the past decade, Standard Bank Malawi's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 5.00.
Is Standard Bank Malawi's GF Value Rank too high?
Standard Bank Malawi's current GF Value Rank of 1 is 67% below median its 10-year median of 3.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 5.00. Overall, Standard Bank Malawi has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Standard Bank Malawi's GF Value Rank compare to PNC and USB?
Standard Bank Malawi's GF Value Rank of 1 can be compared against companies in the Banks industry. Historically, Standard Bank Malawi's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 5.00 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 Banks company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Banks 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 Standard Bank Malawi and its competitors. Standard Bank Malawi's current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 67% below median its own 10-year median of 3.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Standard Bank Malawi stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Standard Bank Malawi (MSW:STANDARD) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MWK1,928.98, compared to a current price of MWK3,999.32 — trading 107.3% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 67% below median its 10-year median of 3.00. Standard Bank Malawi's overall GF Score™ is 77/100. 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 Standard Bank Malawi (MSW:STANDARD), the current GF Value Rank is 1 as of Jul. 07, 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 Standard Bank Malawi (MSW:STANDARD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Standard Bank Malawi stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MWK3,999.32 is trading 107.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of MWK1,928.98. GuruFocus considers Standard Bank Malawi to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MSW:STANDARD:

  • GF Value Rank: 1 (67% below median its 10-year median of 3.00)
  • GF Value™: MWK1,928.98 vs. price of MWK3,999.32 (107.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100

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

Standard Bank Malawi Business Description

Address Africa Unity Avenue, P O Box 30380, Standard Bank Centre, Lilongwe, MWI, 3
Standard Bank Malawi PLC provides banking services. Its business operations are divided into three segments Corporate and Investment Banking, Personal and Private Banking, Business and Commercial Banking, and Treasury and Capital Management. Services offered by the company include current accounts, savings, deposits, investment savings products, custody, debit cards, consumer loans, mortgages, internet banking, telephone banking, foreign exchange, commodities, debt securities, and equities trading, among others. Its branches are located across Malawi. The Bank offers its services to individual customers and small to medium-sized enterprises.
77GF Score

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