The Standard Group (NAI:SGL) GF Value Rank: 6 (As of Aug. 08, 2026) — Near Median

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NAI:SGL The Standard Group PLC NAI:SGL
42 GF Score
Price KES6.14
GF Value KES3.38
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is The Standard Group GF Value Rank?

The Standard Group NAI:SGL +2.68% 42 GF Value Rank is 6 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates NAI:SGL with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of KES3.38 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

The Standard Group has the GF Value Rank of 6.

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.


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NAI:SGL vs NYT, WLY: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, The Standard Group'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.


The Standard Group GF Value Rank vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, The Standard Group's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where The Standard Group'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 6 mean?
The Standard Group (NAI:SGL) has a GF Value Rank of 6 as of Aug. 08, 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 The Standard Group and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, The Standard Group's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is The Standard Group's GF Value Rank too high?
The Standard Group's current GF Value Rank of 6 is near 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, The Standard Group has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Standard Group's GF Value Rank compare to NYT and WLY?
The Standard Group's GF Value Rank of 6 can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. Historically, The Standard Group'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 Media - Diversified company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Media - Diversified 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 The Standard Group and its competitors. The Standard Group's current GF Value Rank is 6, which is near 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 The Standard Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Standard Group (NAI:SGL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KES3.38, compared to a current price of KES6.14 — trading 81.7% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 6, which is near median its 10-year median of 6.00. The Standard Group's overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 6 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 The Standard Group (NAI:SGL), the current GF Value Rank is 6 as of Aug. 08, 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 The Standard Group (NAI:SGL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Standard Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KES6.14 is trading 81.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of KES3.38. GuruFocus considers The Standard Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NAI:SGL:

  • GF Value Rank: 6 (near median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: KES3.38 vs. price of KES6.14 (81.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 6 warning signs

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


The Standard Group Business Description

Address Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 30080, The Standard Group Centre, Nairobi, KEN, 00100
The Standard Group PLC is a multimedia media company in Kenya. The company gathers and shares information through print, Television, Radio, and Digital Media. The company provides a wide range of media products: print titles like The Standard, The Nairobian, and The Standard Courier; radio stations including Radio Maisha, Spice FM, Vybez Radio, and Berur FM; TV channels such as KTN Home, KTN News, BTV, and KTN Farmers TV; and digital services like the E-paper, Reader Revenue, Standardmedia. co.ke, Digger Classifieds, and Value Added Services. The segments of the company are Print and Broadcast.
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