MTN Ghana (XGHA:MTNGH) GF Value Rank: 7 (As of Sep. 17, 2026) — 40% Above Median

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Price GHS6.63
GF Value GHS4.55
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is MTN Ghana GF Value Rank?

MTN Ghana XGHA:MTNGH -2.07% 100 GF Value Rank is 7 as of Sep. 17, 2026, which is 40% above its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates XGHA:MTNGH with a GF Score™ of 100/100 and a GF Value™ of GHS4.55 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

MTN Ghana has the GF Value Rank of 7.

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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XGHA:MTNGH vs VZ, TMUS, T: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, MTN Ghana'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.

MTN Ghana GF Value Rank vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, MTN Ghana's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where MTN Ghana'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 7 mean?
MTN Ghana (XGHA:MTNGH) has a GF Value Rank of 7 as of Sep. 17, 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 MTN Ghana and its competitors. This is 40% above median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, MTN Ghana's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is MTN Ghana's GF Value Rank too high?
MTN Ghana's current GF Value Rank of 7 is 40% above 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, MTN Ghana has a GF Score™ of 100/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MTN Ghana's GF Value Rank compare to VZ and TMUS?
MTN Ghana's GF Value Rank of 7 can be compared against companies in the Telecommunication Services industry. Historically, MTN Ghana'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 Telecommunication Services company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Telecommunication Services 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 MTN Ghana and its competitors. MTN Ghana's current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 40% above 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 MTN Ghana stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MTN Ghana (XGHA:MTNGH) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is GHS4.55, compared to a current price of GHS6.63 — trading 45.7% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 40% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. MTN Ghana's overall GF Score™ is 100/100 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 MTN Ghana (XGHA:MTNGH), the current GF Value Rank is 7 as of Sep. 17, 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 MTN Ghana (XGHA:MTNGH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MTN Ghana stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of GHS6.63 is trading 45.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of GHS4.55. GuruFocus considers MTN Ghana to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XGHA:MTNGH:

  • GF Value Rank: 7 (40% above median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: GHS4.55 vs. price of GHS6.63 (45.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 100/100 with 7 warning signs

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

MTN Ghana Business Description

Address MTN House, Independence Avenue, West Ridge, Plot OER 6, Accra, GHA
MTN Ghana is a Ghana-based company that provides mobile financial services in the financial services industry. The principal activities are the provision of telecommunication services including voice, data, and enterprise solutions, mobile financial services, the development of strategic partnerships to provide developed services, and the provision of consultancy and support services in the mobile banking, payment services and fintech space. The company has four reportable segments, namely Network services, Interconnect and roaming, Digital and Fintech, and devices and accessories, out of which it derives maximum revenue from Network services.
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