Nippon Chuzo K.K. (TSE:5609) GF Value Rank: 6 (As of Aug. 11, 2026) — Near Median

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TSE:5609 Nippon Chuzo K.K. TSE:5609
65 GF Score
Price 円911.00
GF Value 円742.90
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Nippon Chuzo K.K. GF Value Rank?

Nippon Chuzo K.K. TSE:5609 -0.44% 65 GF Value Rank is 6 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates TSE:5609 with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of 円742.90 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Nippon Chuzo K.K. 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.

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Nippon Chuzo K.K. GF Value Rank Related Terms


TSE:5609 vs NUE, STLD, RS: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Nippon Chuzo K.K.'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.


Nippon Chuzo K.K. GF Value Rank vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Nippon Chuzo K.K.'s GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Nippon Chuzo K.K.'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 6 mean?
Nippon Chuzo K.K. (TSE:5609) has a GF Value Rank of 6 as of Aug. 11, 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 Nippon Chuzo K.K. and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Nippon Chuzo K.K.'s GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00.
Is Nippon Chuzo K.K.'s GF Value Rank too high?
Nippon Chuzo K.K.'s current GF Value Rank of 6 is near median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Nippon Chuzo K.K. has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nippon Chuzo K.K.'s GF Value Rank compare to NUE and STLD?
Nippon Chuzo K.K.'s GF Value Rank of 6 can be compared against companies in the Steel industry. Historically, Nippon Chuzo K.K.'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 a Steel company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Steel 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 Nippon Chuzo K.K. and its competitors. Nippon Chuzo K.K.'s current GF Value Rank is 6, which is near median its own 10-year median of 6.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nippon Chuzo K.K. stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nippon Chuzo K.K. (TSE:5609) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円742.90, compared to a current price of 円911.00 — trading 22.6% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 6, which is near median its 10-year median of 6.00. Nippon Chuzo K.K.'s overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 7 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 Nippon Chuzo K.K. (TSE:5609), the current GF Value Rank is 6 as of Aug. 11, 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 Nippon Chuzo K.K. (TSE:5609) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nippon Chuzo K.K. stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円911.00 is trading 22.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円742.90. GuruFocus considers Nippon Chuzo K.K. to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:5609:

  • GF Value Rank: 6 (near median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: 円742.90 vs. price of 円911.00 (22.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5609 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Nippon Chuzo K.K. Business Description

Address Shiraishi town 2-1, Kawasaki, JPN, 210-9567
Nippon Chuzo K.K. is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the manufacturing and sale of forged products. It operates in three business divisions, including the Material product division that is engaged in the manufacturing of castings and fabricated materials, particularly for casting machinery. The Engineering division designs and manufactures bridge support and expansion device. And the Construction materials division manages fixed column foot construction.
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