Spectra Systems (LSE:SPSY) Beta: -0.0696 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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LSE:SPSY Spectra Systems Corp LSE:SPSY
76 GF Score
Price £1.88
GF Value £3.72
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Spectra Systems Beta?

Spectra Systems LSE:SPSY -0.79% 76 Beta is -0.0696 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates LSE:SPSY with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of £3.72 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. As of today (2026-07-14), Spectra Systems's Beta is -0.0696.


Spectra Systems  (LSE:SPSY) Beta Explanation

Beta is a measure of the volatility, or systematic risk, of a security or a portfolio in comparison to the market as a whole. We usually compare beta to 1. A beta of 1 indicates that the security's price will move with the market. A beta of less than 1 means that the security will be less volatile than the market. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price will be more volatile than the market.

Beta is primarily used in the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) to calculate the Cost of Equity, which can be used in the calculation of WACC %. The formula of Cost of Equity is:
Cost of Equity = Risk-Free Rate of Return + Beta of Asset * (Expected Return of the Market - Risk-Free Rate of Return)


Spectra Systems Beta Related Terms


Spectra Systems Beta Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Spectra Systems's Beta can be seen below:

* 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.

Spectra Systems Beta Chart

Spectra Systems Annual Data
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Beta
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Spectra Systems Semi-Annual Data
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LSE:SPSY vs UBER, SHOP, CRM: Beta Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Spectra Systems's Beta, along with its competitors' market caps and Beta 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.


Spectra Systems Beta vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Spectra Systems's Beta distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Spectra Systems's Beta falls into.


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Spectra Systems Beta Calculation

Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. A stock's beta can be calculated by dividing the product of the covariance of the individual stock's returns and the market's returns by the variance of the market's returns over a specified period. Basically, GuruFocus uses the returns calculated over three-year period.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beta →
What does a Beta of -0.0696 mean?
Spectra Systems (LSE:SPSY) has a Beta of -0.0696 as of Jul. 14, 2026. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for Spectra Systems and its competitors.
Is Spectra Systems' Beta too high?
Spectra Systems' current Beta is -0.0696. Overall, Spectra Systems has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Spectra Systems' Beta compare to UBER and SHOP?
Spectra Systems' Beta of -0.0696 can be compared against companies in the Software industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Beta for a Software company?
A good Beta depends on the Software industry context. However, Beta 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 Beta mean?
A high Beta can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for Spectra Systems and its competitors. Spectra Systems's current Beta is -0.0696. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Spectra Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spectra Systems (LSE:SPSY) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is £3.72, compared to a current price of £1.88 — trading 49.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Beta is -0.0696. Spectra Systems' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Beta calculated?
Beta is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Spectra Systems (LSE:SPSY), the current Beta is -0.0696 as of Jul. 14, 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 Spectra Systems (LSE:SPSY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spectra Systems stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £1.88 is trading 49.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of £3.72. GuruFocus considers Spectra Systems to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for LSE:SPSY:

  • Beta: -0.0696
  • GF Value™: £3.72 vs. price of £1.88 (49.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Spectra Systems Business Description

Address 40 Westminster Street, 2nd Floor, Providence, RI, USA, 02903
Spectra Systems Corp manufactures, and markets technology-based products used to authenticate and process banknotes and also offers secure software products for gaming. The company has divided its business into Authentication Systems, Security Printing, and Banknote Cleaning. The company derives maximum revenue from Authentication Systems that involve the hardware, software, and materials related to the authentication of banknotes, tax stamps, and other high-value goods.
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