RTO (Rentokil Initial) GF Value Rank: 9 (As of Jul. 05, 2026) — 80% Above Median


RTO Rentokil Initial PLC RTO
83 GF Score
Price $29.99
GF Value $29.92
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Rentokil Initial GF Value Rank?

Rentokil Initial RTO +3.34% 83 GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 05, 2026, which is 80% above its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates RTO with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of $29.92 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Rentokil Initial has the GF Value Rank of 9.

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.

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Rentokil Initial GF Value Rank Related Terms

RTO vs CTAS, CPRT, ULS: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Rentokil Initial'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.

Rentokil Initial GF Value Rank vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Rentokil Initial's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Rentokil Initial's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 9 mean?
Rentokil Initial (RTO) has a GF Value Rank of 9 as of Jul. 05, 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 Rentokil Initial and its competitors. This is 80% above median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, Rentokil Initial's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Rentokil Initial's GF Value Rank too high?
Rentokil Initial's current GF Value Rank of 9 is 80% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Rentokil Initial has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Rentokil Initial's GF Value Rank compare to CTAS and CPRT?
Rentokil Initial's GF Value Rank of 9 can be compared against companies in the Business Services industry. Historically, Rentokil Initial'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 Business Services company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Business Services 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 Rentokil Initial and its competitors. Rentokil Initial's current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 80% above median its own 10-year median of 5.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Rentokil Initial stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rentokil Initial (RTO) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $29.92, compared to a current price of $29.99 — trading 0.2% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 80% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. Rentokil Initial's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 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 Rentokil Initial (RTO), the current GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 05, 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 Rentokil Initial (RTO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rentokil Initial stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $29.99 is trading 0.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $29.92. GuruFocus considers Rentokil Initial to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for RTO:

  • GF Value Rank: 9 (80% above median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: $29.92 vs. price of $29.99 (0.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Rentokil Initial Business Description

Address Manor Royal, Compass House, Crawley, West Sussex, GBR, RH10 9PY
Rentokil Initial is the largest global provider of route-based pest control and commercial hygiene services, operating in over 90 countries, with its largest operations in the United States following the acquisition of Terminix. The group also offers a range of specialist route-based services, including office and commercial space plant care, property care, and workwear rentals. The group serves a diverse client base of global food producers, hotel chains, industrial goods companies, restaurants, and individual residential customers.
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