Inficon Holding AG (XSWX:IFCN) GF Value Rank: 3 (As of Jul. 17, 2026) — 40% Below Median

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XSWX:IFCN Inficon Holding AG XSWX:IFCN
89 GF Score
Price CHF167.60
GF Value CHF108.09
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Inficon Holding AG GF Value Rank?

Inficon Holding AG XSWX:IFCN +0.24% 89 GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 40% below its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates XSWX:IFCN with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF108.09 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Inficon Holding AG 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.

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XSWX:IFCN vs COHR, KEYS, GRMN: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, Inficon Holding AG'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.


Inficon Holding AG GF Value Rank vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Inficon Holding AG's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Inficon Holding AG'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?
Inficon Holding AG (XSWX:IFCN) has a GF Value Rank of 3 as of Jul. 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 Inficon Holding AG and its competitors. This is 40% below median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, Inficon Holding AG's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Inficon Holding AG's GF Value Rank too high?
Inficon Holding AG'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, Inficon Holding AG has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Inficon Holding AG's GF Value Rank compare to COHR and KEYS?
Inficon Holding AG's GF Value Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Hardware industry. Historically, Inficon Holding AG'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 Hardware company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Hardware 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 Inficon Holding AG and its competitors. Inficon Holding AG'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 Inficon Holding AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Inficon Holding AG (XSWX:IFCN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF108.09, compared to a current price of CHF167.60 — trading 55.1% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 40% below median its 10-year median of 5.00. Inficon Holding AG's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 8 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 Inficon Holding AG (XSWX:IFCN), the current GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 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 Inficon Holding AG (XSWX:IFCN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Inficon Holding AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF167.60 is trading 55.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF108.09. GuruFocus considers Inficon Holding AG to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:IFCN:

  • GF Value Rank: 3 (40% below median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: CHF108.09 vs. price of CHF167.60 (55.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 8 warning signs

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


Inficon Holding AG Business Description

Other Exchanges IFCNz:UK0QK5:UKIFZ0:Germany
Address Hintergasse 15 B, Bad Ragaz, CHE, 7310
Inficon Holding AG operates in the technology sector in Switzerland. It caters to the scientific equipment industry by offering products that find their use in various industrial applications such as air conditioning, automotive manufacturing, the manufacture of LEDs, semiconductors, and optical and solar devices. Its main products are leak detectors and gauges, which help reduce the harmful effects of gases on the environment and reduce energy consumption. The other products in its portfolio comprise chemical detectors, electron beam gun control, mass spectrometers, gas concentration monitors, vacuum gauge controllers and cables, and vacuum transmitters. China drives maximum product sales, with the rest from Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, and other regions.
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