Hope (TSE:6195) GF Value Rank: 2 (As of Aug. 30, 2026) — 100% Above Median

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TSE:6195 Hope Inc TSE:6195
56 GF Score
Price 円203.00
GF Value 円330.12
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Hope GF Value Rank?

Hope TSE:6195 -0.49% 56 GF Value Rank is 2 as of Aug. 30, 2026, which is 100% above its 10-year median of 1.00. GuruFocus rates TSE:6195 with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of 円330.12 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review.

Hope has the GF Value Rank of 2.

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.

TSE:6195 vs APP, OMC, TTD: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Hope'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.

Hope GF Value Rank vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Hope's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hope'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 2 mean?
Hope (TSE:6195) has a GF Value Rank of 2 as of Aug. 30, 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 Hope and its competitors. This is 100% above median its historical median of 1.00. Over the past decade, Hope's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Hope's GF Value Rank too high?
Hope's current GF Value Rank of 2 is 100% above median its 10-year median of 1.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Hope has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hope's GF Value Rank compare to APP and OMC?
Hope's GF Value Rank of 2 can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. Historically, Hope'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 Media - Diversified company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Media - Diversified 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 Hope and its competitors. Hope's current GF Value Rank is 2, which is 100% above median its own 10-year median of 1.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hope stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hope (TSE:6195) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is 円330.12, compared to a current price of 円203.00 — trading 38.5% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 2, which is 100% above median its 10-year median of 1.00. Hope's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 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 Hope (TSE:6195), the current GF Value Rank is 2 as of Aug. 30, 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 Hope (TSE:6195) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hope stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円203.00 is trading 38.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円330.12. GuruFocus considers Hope to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TSE:6195:

  • GF Value Rank: 2 (100% above median its 10-year median of 1.00)
  • GF Value™: 円330.12 vs. price of 円203.00 (38.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:6195 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Hope Business Description

Address 1-14-5 Yakuin, 7th Floor, MG Yakuin Building, Fukuoka, JPN, 810-0022
Hope Inc provides services specialized for local governments to secure financial resources and reduce expenses. The company, along with its subsidiaries, operates in the following reportable segments; Advertising Business, Jichitai Works Business, and Others. A majority of its revenue is generated from the Advertising business, which involves purchasing advertising space on various media such as websites, newsletters, tax notices, etc., owned by local governments through bidding and selling it to private companies (smart resource services), collaborating with local governments to publish information booklets for residents (smart creation services), and offering financial resources consulting to local governments.
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