AERG (Applied Energetics) GF Value Rank: 1 (As of Jun. 24, 2026) — 50% Below Median


AERG Applied Energetics Inc AERG
26 GF Score
Price $1.25
GF Value $0.33
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Applied Energetics GF Value Rank?

Applied Energetics AERG -6.02% 26 GF Value Rank is 1 as of Jun. 24, 2026, which is 50% below its 10-year median of 2.00. GuruFocus rates AERG with a GF Score™ of 26/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.33 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Applied Energetics has the GF Value Rank of 1.

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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Applied Energetics GF Value Rank Related Terms

AERG vs MVIS, ARBE, USBC: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, Applied Energetics'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.

Applied Energetics GF Value Rank vs Hardware Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Applied Energetics's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 1 mean?
Applied Energetics (AERG) has a GF Value Rank of 1 as of Jun. 24, 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 Applied Energetics and its competitors. This is 50% below median its historical median of 2.00. Over the past decade, Applied Energetics' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Applied Energetics' GF Value Rank too high?
Applied Energetics' current GF Value Rank of 1 is 50% below 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 10.00. Overall, Applied Energetics has a GF Score™ of 26/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Applied Energetics' GF Value Rank compare to MVIS and ARBE?
Applied Energetics' GF Value Rank of 1 can be compared against companies in the Hardware industry. Historically, Applied Energetics' 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 Applied Energetics and its competitors. Applied Energetics's current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 50% below 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 Applied Energetics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Applied Energetics (AERG) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.33, compared to a current price of $1.25 — trading 278.8% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 50% below median its 10-year median of 2.00. Applied Energetics' overall GF Score™ is 26/100 with 4 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 Applied Energetics (AERG), the current GF Value Rank is 1 as of Jun. 24, 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 Applied Energetics (AERG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Applied Energetics stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $1.25 is trading 278.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $0.33. GuruFocus considers Applied Energetics to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for AERG:

  • GF Value Rank: 1 (50% below median its 10-year median of 2.00)
  • GF Value™: $0.33 vs. price of $1.25 (278.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 26/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Applied Energetics Business Description

Address 9070 South Rita Road, Suite 1500, Tucson, AZ, USA, 85747
Applied Energetics Inc specializes in laser and photonics systems, particularly fiber-based ultrashort pulse (USP) laser technologies. Its powerful, dual-use systems are designed for integration and deployment on numerous potential defense platforms for the delivery of high-intensity, ultrashort pulses of light to disable or destroy a target or disrupt a mission. These technologies have applications in both national security and commercial markets. The company operates as one operating segment with a focus on the development and manufacture of high-performance lasers and optical systems, and integrated guided energy systems, for prospective defense, national security, industrial, biomedical, and scientific customers across the world.
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