Luckin Coffee (STU:LC0A) GF Value Rank: 4 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — 20% Below Median

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STU:LC0A Luckin Coffee Inc STU:LC0A
74 GF Score
Price €31.00
GF Value €44.36
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Luckin Coffee GF Value Rank?

Luckin Coffee STU:LC0A +3.68% 74 GF Value Rank is 4 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates STU:LC0A with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of €44.36 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review.

Luckin Coffee has the GF Value Rank of 4.

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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Luckin Coffee GF Value Rank Related Terms


STU:LC0A vs BROS, EAT, DPZ: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Restaurants subindustry, Luckin Coffee'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.


Luckin Coffee GF Value Rank vs Restaurants Industry

For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Luckin Coffee's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Luckin Coffee'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 4 mean?
Luckin Coffee (STU:LC0A) has a GF Value Rank of 4 as of Aug. 18, 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 Luckin Coffee and its competitors. This is 20% below median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, Luckin Coffee's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Luckin Coffee's GF Value Rank too high?
Luckin Coffee's current GF Value Rank of 4 is 20% below 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, Luckin Coffee has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Luckin Coffee's GF Value Rank compare to BROS and EAT?
Luckin Coffee's GF Value Rank of 4 can be compared against companies in the Restaurants industry. Historically, Luckin Coffee'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 Restaurants company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Restaurants 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 Luckin Coffee and its competitors. Luckin Coffee's current GF Value Rank is 4, which is 20% below 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 Luckin Coffee stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Luckin Coffee (STU:LC0A) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €44.36, compared to a current price of €31.00 — trading 30.1% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 4, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 5.00. Luckin Coffee's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Luckin Coffee (STU:LC0A), the current GF Value Rank is 4 as of Aug. 18, 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 Luckin Coffee (STU:LC0A) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Luckin Coffee stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €31.00 is trading 30.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €44.36. GuruFocus considers Luckin Coffee to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:LC0A:

  • GF Value Rank: 4 (20% below median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: €44.36 vs. price of €31.00 (30.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:LC0A stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Luckin Coffee Business Description

Other Exchanges LKNCY:USA0A6U:UK
Address 1-3 Taibei Road, 28th Floor, Building T3, Haixi Jingu Plaza, Siming District, Fujian, Xiamen, CHN, 361008
Luckin Coffee Inc operates a coffee network in China, providing retail services for freshly brewed drinks and pre-made food and beverage items. Its technology-driven model is built on mobile apps and a store network, offering a cashier-less purchase experience with features such as store selection, advance ordering, multiple payment options, and real-time order tracking. The company mainly operates self-operated pick-up stores in high-demand locations, enabling rapid and cost-efficient expansion, and also uses partnership and franchise models. It offers multiple products, including coffee, tea drinks, snacks, and light meals, with recipes tailored to local preferences, supported by sourcing and proprietary technology for operations and supply chain management.
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