CGO (Calamos Global Total Return Fund) Profitability Rank: 3 (As of Apr. 2026) — 50% Above Median

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CGO Calamos Global Total Return Fund CGO
46 GF Score
Price $13.20
GF Value $27.47
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Calamos Global Total Return Fund Profitability Rank?

Calamos Global Total Return Fund CGO +0.53% 46 Profitability Rank is 3 as of Apr. 2026, which is 50% above its 10-year median of 2.00. GuruFocus rates CGO with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of $27.47 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Calamos Global Total Return Fund has the Profitability Rank of 3. It has had trouble to make a profit.

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %
2. Piotroski F-Score
3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.
4. Consistency of the profitability
5. Predictability Rank

A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was 0.00%. As of today, Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Piotroski F-Score is 4.


Calamos Global Total Return Fund Profitability Rank Related Terms


CGO vs JHS, WEA, BWG: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Profitability Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and Profitability 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.


Calamos Global Total Return Fund Profitability Rank vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Calamos Global Total Return Fund Profitability Rank Calculation

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way.

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Calamos Global Total Return Fund has the Profitability Rank of 3. It has had trouble to make a profit.

Profitability Rank is not directly related to the Financial Strength. But if a company is consistently profitable, its financial strength will be stronger.

Profitability Rank is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %

Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as:

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Apr. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Apr. 2026 )
=0 / 17.642
=0.00 %

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

2. Piotroski F-Score

The zones of discrimination were as such:

Good or high score = 8 or 9
Bad or low score = 0 or 1

Calamos Global Total Return Fund has an F-score of 4 indicating the company's financial situation is typical for a stable company.

3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 3 mean?
Calamos Global Total Return Fund (CGO) has a Profitability Rank of 3 as of Apr. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Calamos Global Total Return Fund and its competitors. This is 50% above median its historical median of 2.00. Over the past decade, Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Profitability Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 3.00.
Is Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Profitability Rank too high?
Calamos Global Total Return Fund's current Profitability Rank of 3 is 50% above median its 10-year median of 2.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 3.00. Overall, Calamos Global Total Return Fund has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Profitability Rank compare to JHS and WEA?
Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Profitability Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. Historically, Calamos Global Total Return Fund's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 3.00 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 Profitability Rank for an Asset Management company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, Profitability 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 Profitability Rank mean?
A high Profitability Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Calamos Global Total Return Fund and its competitors. Calamos Global Total Return Fund's current Profitability Rank is 3, which is 50% above median its own 10-year median of 2.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Calamos Global Total Return Fund stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Calamos Global Total Return Fund (CGO) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $27.47, compared to a current price of $13.20 — trading 51.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 3, which is 50% above median its 10-year median of 2.00. Calamos Global Total Return Fund's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Profitability Rank calculated?
Profitability Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Calamos Global Total Return Fund (CGO), the current Profitability Rank is 3 as of Apr. 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 Calamos Global Total Return Fund (CGO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Calamos Global Total Return Fund stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $13.20 is trading 51.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $27.47. GuruFocus considers Calamos Global Total Return Fund to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CGO:

  • Profitability Rank: 3 (50% above median its 10-year median of 2.00)
  • GF Value™: $27.47 vs. price of $13.20 (51.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 7 warning signs

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


Calamos Global Total Return Fund Business Description

Address 2020 Calamos Court, Naperville, IL, USA, 60563-2787
Calamos Global Total Return Fund is a closed-end management investment company. The fund's investment objective is to provide total return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests in equities, convertible securities, and high-yield corporate bonds.
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