BASF India (NSE:BASF) GF Value Rank: 7 (As of Jul. 19, 2026) — Near Median

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NSE:BASF BASF India Ltd NSE:BASF
75 GF Score
Price ₹3,723.00
GF Value ₹4,361.96
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is BASF India GF Value Rank?

BASF India NSE:BASF -1.83% 75 GF Value Rank is 7 as of Jul. 19, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates NSE:BASF with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹4,361.96 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

BASF India has the GF Value Rank of 7.

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.


NSE:BASF vs LIN, SHW, ECL: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, BASF India'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.


BASF India GF Value Rank vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, BASF India's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where BASF India'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 7 mean?
BASF India (NSE:BASF) has a GF Value Rank of 7 as of Jul. 19, 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 BASF India and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, BASF India's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is BASF India's GF Value Rank too high?
BASF India's current GF Value Rank of 7 is near median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, BASF India has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BASF India's GF Value Rank compare to LIN and SHW?
BASF India's GF Value Rank of 7 can be compared against companies in the Chemicals industry. Historically, BASF India'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 Chemicals company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Chemicals 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 BASF India and its competitors. BASF India's current GF Value Rank is 7, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BASF India stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BASF India (NSE:BASF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹4,361.96, compared to a current price of ₹3,723.00 — trading 14.6% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 7, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.00. BASF India's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 5 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 BASF India (NSE:BASF), the current GF Value Rank is 7 as of Jul. 19, 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 BASF India (NSE:BASF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BASF India stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹3,723.00 is trading 14.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹4,361.96. GuruFocus considers BASF India to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:BASF:

  • GF Value Rank: 7 (near median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: ₹4,361.96 vs. price of ₹3,723.00 (14.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 5 warning signs

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


BASF India Business Description

Other Exchanges 500042:India
Address Eastern Express Highway, Unit Nos. 10A, 10B, 10C, 10th Floor, Godrej One, Pirojshanagar, Vikhroli East, Mumbai, MH, IND, 400 079
BASF India Ltd is a subsidiary of BASF SE, and the company manufactures and sells a variety of chemicals. Its segments include the Materials segment produces raw materials for plastics and auto components as well as related consumer products. The industrial solutions segment supplies chemicals for paint, stationery goods, plastic production, and mining. The agricultural solutions segment sells pesticides. The surface technologies segment sells chemicals for coatings, construction, and chemical production. The nutrition and care segment sells ingredients for personal care, cleaning, and nutrition. Chemicals segment supplies intermediates for the petrochemical and pharmaceutical end markets. Other segment includes activities that are not allocated to any of the continued operating divisions.
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