Upson International (PHS:UPSON) Profitability Rank: 6 (As of Mar. 2026) — 50% Above Median

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PHS:UPSON Upson International Corp PHS:UPSON
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Price ₱0.69
GF Value ₱0.97
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Upson International Profitability Rank?

Upson International PHS:UPSON -1.43% 50 Profitability Rank is 6 as of Mar. 2026, which is 50% above its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates PHS:UPSON with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱0.97 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Upson International has the Profitability Rank of 6.

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.

Upson International's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 4.23%. As of today, Upson International's Piotroski F-Score is 5.


Upson International Profitability Rank Related Terms


PHS:UPSON vs CASY, WSM, DKS: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Upson International'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.


Upson International Profitability Rank vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Upson International's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Upson International's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Upson International 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.

Upson International has the Profitability Rank of 6.

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.

Upson International's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=134.914 / 3186.955
=4.23 %

* 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

Upson International has an F-score of 5 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.

Warning Sign:

Upson International Corp operating margin has been in a 5-year decline. The average rate of decline per year is -13.5%.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 6 mean?
Upson International (PHS:UPSON) has a Profitability Rank of 6 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Upson International and its competitors. This is 50% above median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Upson International's Profitability Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 6.00.
Is Upson International's Profitability Rank too high?
Upson International's current Profitability Rank of 6 is 50% above median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 6.00. Overall, Upson International has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Upson International's Profitability Rank compare to CASY and WSM?
Upson International's Profitability Rank of 6 can be compared against companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry. Historically, Upson International's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 6.00 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 a Retail - Cyclical company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Retail - Cyclical 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 Upson International and its competitors. Upson International's current Profitability Rank is 6, which is 50% above median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Upson International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Upson International (PHS:UPSON) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱0.97, compared to a current price of ₱0.69 — trading 28.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 6, which is 50% above median its 10-year median of 4.00. Upson International's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 4 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 Upson International (PHS:UPSON), the current Profitability Rank is 6 as of Mar. 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 Upson International (PHS:UPSON) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Upson International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₱0.69 is trading 28.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₱0.97. GuruFocus considers Upson International to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for PHS:UPSON:

  • Profitability Rank: 6 (50% above median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: ₱0.97 vs. price of ₱0.69 (28.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Upson International Business Description

Address 9th Avenue corner 34th Street, Unit 2308, 23rd Floor, Capital House Tower 1, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, PHL, 1635
Upson International Corp is engaged in the business of buying, selling, distributing, marketing, at wholesale and retail all kinds of goods, commodities, wares and merchandise such as but not limited to computer hardware equipment, telecommunications and other similar products. The company operates in two segments 1) Retail of information and communications technology (ICT) products. and 2) Retail of water filtration and purification devices. Key revenue is generated from ICT Products. The Group operates and generates revenue principally in the Philippines.
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