poLight ASA (OSTO:PLTO) GF Value Rank: 1 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 75% Below Median

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OSTO:PLTO poLight ASA OSTO:PLTO
44 GF Score
Price kr5.98
GF Value kr2.31
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is poLight ASA GF Value Rank?

poLight ASA OSTO:PLTO 44 GF Value Rank is 1 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 75% below its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates OSTO:PLTO with a GF Score™ of 44/100 and a GF Value™ of kr2.31. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

poLight ASA 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.

poLight ASA GF Value Rank Related Terms

OSTO:PLTO vs APH, GLW, TEL: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, poLight ASA'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.

poLight ASA GF Value Rank vs Hardware Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where poLight ASA'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?
poLight ASA (OSTO:PLTO) has a GF Value Rank of 1 as of Jul. 14, 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 poLight ASA and its competitors. This is 75% below median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, poLight ASA's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is poLight ASA's GF Value Rank too high?
poLight ASA's current GF Value Rank of 1 is 75% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, poLight ASA has a GF Score™ of 44/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does poLight ASA's GF Value Rank compare to APH and GLW?
poLight ASA's GF Value Rank of 1 can be compared against companies in the Hardware industry. Historically, poLight ASA'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 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 poLight ASA and its competitors. poLight ASA's current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 75% below median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is poLight ASA stock overvalued right now?
poLight ASA (OSTO:PLTO) has a current GF Value Rank of 1. The stock's GF Value™ is kr2.31, compared to a current price of kr5.98 — trading 158.9% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 75% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. poLight ASA's overall GF Score™ is 44/100 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 poLight ASA (OSTO:PLTO), the current GF Value Rank is 1 as of Jul. 14, 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 poLight ASA (OSTO:PLTO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, poLight ASA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of kr5.98 is trading 158.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr2.31.

Key valuation signals for OSTO:PLTO:

  • GF Value Rank: 1 (75% below median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: kr2.31 vs. price of kr5.98 (158.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 44/100 with 4 warning signs

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

poLight ASA Business Description

Other Exchanges PLT:Norway3OL0:Germany
Address Kjelleveien 21A, Tonsberg, NOR, 3125
poLight ASA provides photographic lenses used in cameras for smartphones, wearables such as watches and glasses, and industrial applications including medical and retail. The company specializes in optics, polymers, micro-electromechanical systems technology, and image application and processing. Its products include Driver ASIC and TLens. The Group has only one operating segment the TLens technology platform. Its geographical segments are the United States, Asia, and Europe.
44GF Score

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