Aperam (WBO:APAM) GF Value Rank: 3 (As of Jul. 09, 2026) — 40% Below Median


WBO:APAM Aperam SA WBO:APAM
81 GF Score
Price €43.20
GF Value €26.63
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What is Aperam GF Value Rank?

Aperam WBO:APAM -0.74% 81 GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 09, 2026, which is 40% below its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates WBO:APAM with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of €26.63. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Aperam has the GF Value Rank of 3.

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.

WBO:APAM vs NUE, STLD, RS: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Aperam'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.

Aperam GF Value Rank vs Steel Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Aperam'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 3 mean?
Aperam (WBO:APAM) has a GF Value Rank of 3 as of Jul. 09, 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 Aperam and its competitors. This is 40% below median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, Aperam's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Aperam's GF Value Rank too high?
Aperam's current GF Value Rank of 3 is 40% 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, Aperam has a GF Score™ of 81/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Aperam's GF Value Rank compare to NUE and STLD?
Aperam's GF Value Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Steel industry. Historically, Aperam'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 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 Aperam and its competitors. Aperam's current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 40% 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 Aperam stock overvalued right now?
Aperam (WBO:APAM) has a current GF Value Rank of 3. The stock's GF Value™ is €26.63, compared to a current price of €43.20 — trading 62.2% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 40% below median its 10-year median of 5.00. Aperam's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 Aperam (WBO:APAM), the current GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 09, 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 Aperam (WBO:APAM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Aperam stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €43.20 is trading 62.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €26.63.

Key valuation signals for WBO:APAM:

  • GF Value Rank: 3 (40% below median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: €26.63 vs. price of €43.20 (62.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 7 warning signs

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

Aperam Business Description

Address 24-26 Boulevard d’Avranches, Luxembourg, LUX, 1160
Aperam SA is a Luxembourg-based stainless and specialty steel producer. The company operates through four segments. Its Stainless and Electrical Steel segment, which generates the majority of revenue, produces a wide range of stainless and electrical steel products for diverse industries. The Services and Solutions segment markets the company's products and provides customized steel transformation services; the Alloys and Specialties segment produces nickel alloys and certain specific stainless steels; and the Recycling & Renewables segment collects, trades, processes, and recycles stainless steel scrap and high-performance alloys. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from Europe, and the rest from the Americas, Asia, and Africa.
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