PAFRF (Pan African Resources) GF Value Rank: 7 (As of Jul. 20, 2026) — 600% Above Median

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PAFRF Pan African Resources PLC PAFRF
90 GF Score
Price $1.27
GF Value $1.13
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Pan African Resources GF Value Rank?

Pan African Resources PAFRF 90 GF Value Rank is 7 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 600% above its 10-year median of 1.00. GuruFocus rates PAFRF with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.13 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Pan African Resources 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.

Pan African Resources GF Value Rank Related Terms

PAFRF vs NEM, AU: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Gold subindustry, Pan African Resources'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.

Pan African Resources GF Value Rank vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Pan African Resources's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Pan African Resources's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 7 mean?
Pan African Resources (PAFRF) has a GF Value Rank of 7 as of Jul. 20, 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 Pan African Resources and its competitors. This is 600% above median its historical median of 1.00. Over the past decade, Pan African Resources' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 6.00.
Is Pan African Resources' GF Value Rank too high?
Pan African Resources' current GF Value Rank of 7 is 600% above median its 10-year median of 1.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 6.00. Overall, Pan African Resources has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pan African Resources' GF Value Rank compare to NEM and AU?
Pan African Resources' GF Value Rank of 7 can be compared against companies in the Metals & Mining industry. Historically, Pan African Resources' own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 6.00 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 Metals & Mining company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Metals & Mining 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 Pan African Resources and its competitors. Pan African Resources's current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 600% above median its own 10-year median of 1.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pan African Resources stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pan African Resources (PAFRF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.13, compared to a current price of $1.27 — trading 12.4% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 600% above median its 10-year median of 1.00. Pan African Resources' overall GF Score™ is 90/100 with 3 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 Pan African Resources (PAFRF), the current GF Value Rank is 7 as of Jul. 20, 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 Pan African Resources (PAFRF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pan African Resources stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $1.27 is trading 12.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.13. GuruFocus considers Pan African Resources to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for PAFRF:

  • GF Value Rank: 7 (600% above median its 10-year median of 1.00)
  • GF Value™: $1.13 vs. price of $1.27 (12.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Pan African Resources Business Description

Address Corner Cradock and Biermann Avenues, 2nd Floor, Office 204, The Firs Building, Rosebank, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2196
Pan African Resources PLC is engaged in gold mining and exploration activities. The group owns and operates a portfolio of projects located in South Africa, Australia, and an exploration project in Sudan. Its project portfolio comprises Fairview Mine, Sheba and Consort Mines, BTRP, Elikhulu, MTR, Evander Mines, and Tennant Mines. The group's reporting segments are: Mining operations and Other operations. Maximum revenue is generated from the Mining operations segment, which generates revenue from mining, extraction, production, and the sale of gold. The Other operations segment represents its exploration assets in Sudan, Agricultural ESG projects, and other activities. Geographically, the group generates maximum revenue from South Africa, followed by Australia, and UK and Europe.
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