JACK (Jack In The Box) GF Value Rank: 2 (As of Jun. 24, 2026) — 67% Below Median


JACK Jack In The Box Inc JACK
65 GF Score
Price $13.35
GF Value $37.97
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Jack In The Box GF Value Rank?

Jack In The Box JACK +15.33% 65 GF Value Rank is 2 as of Jun. 24, 2026, which is 67% below its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates JACK with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $37.97 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Jack In The Box has the GF Value Rank of 2.

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.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

Jack In The Box GF Value Rank Related Terms

JACK vs VENU, RICK, BRCB: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Restaurants subindustry, Jack In The Box'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.

Jack In The Box GF Value Rank vs Restaurants Industry

For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Jack In The Box's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Jack In The Box's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 2 mean?
Jack In The Box (JACK) has a GF Value Rank of 2 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 Jack In The Box and its competitors. This is 67% below median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Jack In The Box's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Jack In The Box's GF Value Rank too high?
Jack In The Box's current GF Value Rank of 2 is 67% below median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Jack In The Box has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jack In The Box's GF Value Rank compare to VENU and RICK?
Jack In The Box's GF Value Rank of 2 can be compared against companies in the Restaurants industry. Historically, Jack In The Box'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 Restaurants company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Restaurants 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 Jack In The Box and its competitors. Jack In The Box's current GF Value Rank is 2, which is 67% below median its own 10-year median of 6.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Jack In The Box stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jack In The Box (JACK) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $37.97, compared to a current price of $13.35 — trading 64.8% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 2, which is 67% below median its 10-year median of 6.00. Jack In The Box's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 5 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 Jack In The Box (JACK), the current GF Value Rank is 2 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 Jack In The Box (JACK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jack In The Box stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $13.35 is trading 64.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $37.97. GuruFocus considers Jack In The Box to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for JACK:

  • GF Value Rank: 2 (67% below median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: $37.97 vs. price of $13.35 (64.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Jack In The Box Business Description

Other Exchanges JACK:MexicoJBX:Germany
Address 9357 Spectrum Center Boulevard, San Diego, CA, USA, 92123
Jack In The Box Inc operates quick-service restaurants and fast-casual restaurants across various states in the United States of America. Its core business includes the Jack in the Box hamburger chain, known for a broad menu that features hamburgers, tacos, sandwiches, salads, and breakfast items. The company also operates the Del Taco brand, which offers a variety of both Mexican and American favorites such as burritos and fries. These foods are available with the option of customization as per customer requirements. The company also offers catering and delivery services to its customers. Jack in the Box and Del Taco restaurant brands are the two reportable operating segments, of which, Jack in the Box generates maximum revenue for the company.
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