PSMT (Pricesmart) GF Value Rank: 3 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 57% Below Median

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PSMT Pricesmart Inc PSMT
85 GF Score
Price $188.46
GF Value $106.90
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Pricesmart GF Value Rank?

Pricesmart PSMT -3.07% 85 GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 57% below its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates PSMT with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $106.90 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Pricesmart has the GF Value Rank of 3.

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.

PSMT vs TBBB, OLLI, BJ: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Discount Stores subindustry, Pricesmart'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.

Pricesmart GF Value Rank vs Retail - Defensive Industry

For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Pricesmart's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Pricesmart'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 3 mean?
Pricesmart (PSMT) has a GF Value Rank of 3 as of Jul. 16, 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 Pricesmart and its competitors. This is 57% below median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Pricesmart's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Pricesmart's GF Value Rank too high?
Pricesmart's current GF Value Rank of 3 is 57% below 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, Pricesmart has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pricesmart's GF Value Rank compare to TBBB and OLLI?
Pricesmart's GF Value Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Retail - Defensive industry. Historically, Pricesmart'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 Retail - Defensive company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Retail - Defensive 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 Pricesmart and its competitors. Pricesmart's current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 57% below 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 Pricesmart stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pricesmart (PSMT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $106.90, compared to a current price of $188.46 — trading 76.3% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 57% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Pricesmart's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 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 Pricesmart (PSMT), the current GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 16, 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 Pricesmart (PSMT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pricesmart stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $188.46 is trading 76.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $106.90. GuruFocus considers Pricesmart to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for PSMT:

  • GF Value Rank: 3 (57% below median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: $106.90 vs. price of $188.46 (76.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Pricesmart Business Description

Address 9797 Aero Drive, Suite 100, San Diego, CA, USA, 92123
Pricesmart Inc is principally engaged in operating U.S.-style membership shopping warehouse clubs that offer consumer goods at low prices. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California, United States, and operates stores in the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Panama, and other regions. The company's revenue consists of net warehouse club sales from merchandise sales, membership income from annual membership fees, export sales, and other income. Its operations consist of four reportable segments; Central America, the Caribbean, Colombia, and the United States. A majority of the company's revenue is derived from Central America.
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