Central Reinsurance (TPE:2851) GF Value Rank: 5 (As of Aug. 16, 2026) — 29% Below Median

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TPE:2851 Central Reinsurance Corp TPE:2851
76 GF Score
Price NT$38.75
GF Value NT$28.92
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Central Reinsurance GF Value Rank?

Central Reinsurance TPE:2851 +2.38% 76 GF Value Rank is 5 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates TPE:2851 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$28.92 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Central Reinsurance has the GF Value Rank of 5.

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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Central Reinsurance GF Value Rank Related Terms


TPE:2851 vs RGA, EG, RNR: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Insurance - Reinsurance subindustry, Central Reinsurance'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.


Central Reinsurance GF Value Rank vs Insurance Industry

For the Insurance industry and Financial Services sector, Central Reinsurance's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Central Reinsurance's GF Value Rank falls into.


TPE:2851
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 5 mean?
Central Reinsurance (TPE:2851) has a GF Value Rank of 5 as of Aug. 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 Central Reinsurance and its competitors. This is 29% below median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Central Reinsurance's GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00.
Is Central Reinsurance's GF Value Rank too high?
Central Reinsurance's current GF Value Rank of 5 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Central Reinsurance has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Reinsurance's GF Value Rank compare to RGA and EG?
Central Reinsurance's GF Value Rank of 5 can be compared against companies in the Insurance industry. Historically, Central Reinsurance's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 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 Insurance company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Insurance 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 Central Reinsurance and its competitors. Central Reinsurance's current GF Value Rank is 5, which is 29% 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 Central Reinsurance stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Reinsurance (TPE:2851) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$28.92, compared to a current price of NT$38.75 — trading 34% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 5, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Central Reinsurance's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 5 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 Central Reinsurance (TPE:2851), the current GF Value Rank is 5 as of Aug. 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 Central Reinsurance (TPE:2851) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Reinsurance stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$38.75 is trading 34% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$28.92. GuruFocus considers Central Reinsurance to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:2851:

  • GF Value Rank: 5 (29% below median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: NT$28.92 vs. price of NT$38.75 (34% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:2851 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Central Reinsurance Business Description

Address Section 2, Nanjing East Road, 12th Floor, No. 53, Zhongshan District, Taipei, TWN, 10457
Central Reinsurance Corp is an insurance company providing a range of property and life inward and outward reinsurance services. Central Reinsurance offers reinsurance protection on non-life insurance businesses, including fire, marine and aviation, casualty, motor, engineering, and residential earthquake insurance; and life insurance business including life, personal accident, and health insurance. The main source of revenue for the company is premiums and commission income.
76GF Score

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