RUSMF (Russel Metals) GF Value Rank: 6 (As of Jul. 05, 2026) — 20% Above Median


RUSMF Russel Metals Inc RUSMF
79 GF Score
Price $42.07
GF Value $34.50
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Russel Metals GF Value Rank?

Russel Metals RUSMF 79 GF Value Rank is 6 as of Jul. 05, 2026, which is 20% above its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates RUSMF with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of $34.50 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Russel Metals has the GF Value Rank of 6.

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.

Russel Metals GF Value Rank Related Terms

RUSMF vs GWW, FAST, FERG: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Russel Metals'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.

Russel Metals GF Value Rank vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Russel Metals's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Russel Metals's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 6 mean?
Russel Metals (RUSMF) has a GF Value Rank of 6 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 Russel Metals and its competitors. This is 20% above median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, Russel Metals' GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 10.00.
Is Russel Metals' GF Value Rank too high?
Russel Metals' current GF Value Rank of 6 is 20% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Russel Metals has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Russel Metals' GF Value Rank compare to GWW and FAST?
Russel Metals' GF Value Rank of 6 can be compared against companies in the Industrial Distribution industry. Historically, Russel Metals' own GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Industrial Distribution 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 Russel Metals and its competitors. Russel Metals's current GF Value Rank is 6, which is 20% 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 Russel Metals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Russel Metals (RUSMF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $34.50, compared to a current price of $42.07 — trading 21.9% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 6, which is 20% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. Russel Metals' overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 8 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 Russel Metals (RUSMF), the current GF Value Rank is 6 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 Russel Metals (RUSMF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Russel Metals stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $42.07 is trading 21.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $34.50. GuruFocus considers Russel Metals to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for RUSMF:

  • GF Value Rank: 6 (20% above median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: $34.50 vs. price of $42.07 (21.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 8 warning signs

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

Russel Metals Business Description

Other Exchanges RMZ:GermanyRUS:Canada
Address 6600 Financial Drive, Mississauga, ON, CAN, L5N 7J6
Russel Metals Inc is a Canada-based metal distribution company. The company conducts business in Canada and the U.S. in three operating and reportable segments: Metals Service Centers, Energy Field Stores, and Steel Distributors. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Metals Service Centers segment, which carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes, and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous specialty metals. It purchases these products mainly from North American steel producers, processes, packages, and sells them to end users in accordance with their specific needs. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from Canada.
79GF Score

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