PPHC (Public Policy Holding Co) Profitability Rank: 3 (As of Mar. 2026) — Near Median

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PPHC Public Policy Holding Co Inc PPHC
54 GF Score
Price $9.94
GF Value $13.43
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Public Policy Holding Co Profitability Rank?

Public Policy Holding Co PPHC +5.84% 54 Profitability Rank is 3 as of Mar. 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 3.00. GuruFocus rates PPHC with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.43 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Public Policy Holding Co 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.

Public Policy Holding Co's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -2.96%. As of today, Public Policy Holding Co's Piotroski F-Score is 9999.


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PPHC vs VRSK, EFX, BAH: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Consulting Services subindustry, Public Policy Holding Co'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.


Public Policy Holding Co Profitability Rank vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Public Policy Holding Co's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Public Policy Holding Co's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Public Policy Holding Co 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.

Public Policy Holding Co 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.

Public Policy Holding Co'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 )
=-1.485 / 50.123
=-2.96 %

* 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

Public Policy Holding Co has an F-score of 9999. It is a bad or low score, which usually implies poor business operation.

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

Warning Sign:

Public Policy Holding Co Inc operating margin has been in a 5-year decline. The average rate of decline per year is -18.7%.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 3 mean?
Public Policy Holding Co (PPHC) has a Profitability Rank of 3 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Public Policy Holding Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 3.00. Over the past decade, Public Policy Holding Co's Profitability Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 3.00.
Is Public Policy Holding Co's Profitability Rank too high?
Public Policy Holding Co's current Profitability Rank of 3 is near median its 10-year median of 3.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 3.00. Overall, Public Policy Holding Co has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Public Policy Holding Co's Profitability Rank compare to VRSK and EFX?
Public Policy Holding Co's Profitability Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Business Services industry. Historically, Public Policy Holding Co's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 3.00 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 a Business Services company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Business Services 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 Public Policy Holding Co and its competitors. Public Policy Holding Co's current Profitability Rank is 3, which is near median its own 10-year median of 3.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Public Policy Holding Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Public Policy Holding Co (PPHC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.43, compared to a current price of $9.94 — trading 26% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 3, which is near median its 10-year median of 3.00. Public Policy Holding Co's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 2 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 Public Policy Holding Co (PPHC), the current Profitability Rank is 3 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 Public Policy Holding Co (PPHC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Public Policy Holding Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $9.94 is trading 26% below its estimated GF Value™ of $13.43. GuruFocus considers Public Policy Holding Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for PPHC:

  • Profitability Rank: 3 (near median its 10-year median of 3.00)
  • GF Value™: $13.43 vs. price of $9.94 (26% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 2 warning signs

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


Public Policy Holding Co Business Description

Other Exchanges PPHC:UK
Address 800 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC, USA, 20002
Public Policy Holding Co Inc operates as a advisory firm. The company also operates a portfolio of independent firms that offer public affairs, crisis management, lobbying, and advocacy services on behalf of the corporate, trade association, and non-profit client organisations. Its business comprises of three reporting segments - Government Relations Consulting, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs Consulting and Compliance and Insights Services.
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