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QLYS Looks 10.7% Overvalued on GF Value™ as Stock Climbs to $185

Qualys Inc (QLYS) shares rose 7.21% to $185.37 on September 15, 2026, following a 15% gain the prior session. The stock is 10.7% above its GF Value™ of $167.44, indicating modest overvaluation. QLYS has a GF Score™ of 96/100, reflecting strong financial health and growth. Insiders sold $24.1M in shares over the past year, with no reported buying. The company's P/E ratio is 32.07x, below its 5-year median of 39.32x. Investors should weigh valuation against growth prospects.

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Published Sep 15, 2026, 10:05 PM UTC
Analysis
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$QLYSNeutralLow
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Why it matters

The article recaps a recent price move without new fundamental data, offering limited trading insight.

02

Market read

A short‑term price rally with valuation caution; minimal impact on broader market.

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What to watch

No new product, earnings, or contract news; price may be speculative.

Relevance 4/10Novelty 2/10Timing: post‑market on Sep 15 after price surge

Background

GuruFocus provides a valuation overlay (GF Value) and GF Score for Qualys, noting strong financial metrics but a 10.7% premium to intrinsic value.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$QLYSNeutralMedium confidence
Context

Qualys shares surged 7.21% to $185.37 on Sep 15, prompting a valuation note that the price is 10.7% above GF Value.

Expected impact

Potential modest pull‑back as valuation concerns rise.

Evidence & confidence

Move is driven by market enthusiasm rather than fresh earnings or contract news.

Market effects

Sector

Highlights continued bullish sentiment toward cybersecurity stocks.

Regional

U.S. tech sector may see slight uplift from the rally.

Global

Limited; primarily a U.S. equity move.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

The modest overvaluation and insider selling suggest caution despite the rally.

Key entities

  • company
    Qualys Inc

    Cybersecurity software provider.

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