Jamaica Stock Exchange (XJAM:JSE) GF Value Rank: 4 (As of Aug. 07, 2026) — 43% Below Median

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What is Jamaica Stock Exchange GF Value Rank?

Jamaica Stock Exchange XJAM:JSE +0.11% 22 GF Value Rank is 4 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 43% below its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates XJAM:JSE with a GF Score™ of 22/100.

Jamaica Stock Exchange has the GF Value Rank of 4.

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.

Jamaica Stock Exchange GF Value Rank Related Terms

XJAM:JSE vs SPGI, ICE, CME: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Financial Data & Stock Exchanges subindustry, Jamaica Stock Exchange'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.

Jamaica Stock Exchange GF Value Rank vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Jamaica Stock Exchange's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Jamaica Stock Exchange'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 4 mean?
Jamaica Stock Exchange (XJAM:JSE) has a GF Value Rank of 4 as of Aug. 07, 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 Jamaica Stock Exchange and its competitors. This is 43% below median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Jamaica Stock Exchange's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Jamaica Stock Exchange's GF Value Rank too high?
Jamaica Stock Exchange's current GF Value Rank of 4 is 43% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Jamaica Stock Exchange has a GF Score™ of 22/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jamaica Stock Exchange's GF Value Rank compare to SPGI and ICE?
Jamaica Stock Exchange's GF Value Rank of 4 can be compared against companies in the Capital Markets industry. Historically, Jamaica Stock Exchange'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 Capital Markets company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Capital Markets 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 Jamaica Stock Exchange and its competitors. Jamaica Stock Exchange's current GF Value Rank is 4, which is 43% 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 Jamaica Stock Exchange stock overvalued right now?
Jamaica Stock Exchange (XJAM:JSE) has a current GF Value Rank of 4. The current GF Value Rank is 4, which is 43% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Jamaica Stock Exchange's overall GF Score™ is 22/100. 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 Jamaica Stock Exchange (XJAM:JSE), the current GF Value Rank is 4 as of Aug. 07, 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.

Jamaica Stock Exchange Business Description

Address 40 Harbour Street, P.O. Box 1084, Kingston, JAM
Jamaica Stock Exchange Ltd operates and regulates a stock exchange and develops a stock market in Jamaica. Through its subsidiary, the company is also establishing and maintaining a Central Securities Depository in Jamaica to facilitate the transfer of ownership of securities. Its operating segments are Exchange operations; JCSD services; Investments; and Trustee, custodian, company management, and other activities. It derives a portion of the revenue from the Exchange operations involving the Stock exchange's operation and regulation. Another critical revenue source is from JCSD services provided in connection with transferring and holding securities, shares, stocks, bonds, debentures, and registrar services. The firm's operations are in Jamaica.
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