IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSL:IDEX) Book Value per Share: kr-0.08 (As of Mar. 2026)

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OSL:IDEX IDEX Biometrics ASA OSL:IDEX
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Price kr8.10
GF Value kr0.53
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is IDEX Biometrics ASA Book Value per Share?

IDEX Biometrics ASA OSL:IDEX -0.98% 20 Book Value per Share is kr-0.08 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates OSL:IDEX with a GF Score™ of 20/100 and a GF Value™ of kr0.53 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

IDEX Biometrics ASA's book value per share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was kr-0.08.

During the past 12 months, IDEX Biometrics ASA's average Book Value Per Share Growth Rate was -179.20% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Book Value Per Share Growth Rate was -83.10% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Book Value Per Share Growth Rate was -63.00% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Book Value Per Share Growth Rate was -41.80% per year. Please click Growth Rate Calculation Example (GuruFocus) to see how GuruFocus calculates Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT)'s revenue growth rate. You can apply the same method to get the book value growth rate using book value per share data.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Book Value Per Share Growth Rate of IDEX Biometrics ASA was 187.80% per year. The lowest was -83.10% per year. And the median was -4.30% per year.

IDEX Biometrics ASA's current price is kr8.10. Its book value per share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was kr-0.08. Hence, today's PB Ratio of IDEX Biometrics ASA is .

During the past 13 years, the highest P/B Ratio of IDEX Biometrics ASA was 83.96. The lowest was 0.92. And the median was 6.96.


IDEX Biometrics ASA  (OSL:IDEX) Book Value per Share Explanation

Usually a company's book value and Tangible Book per Share may not reflect its true value. The assets may be carried on the balance sheets at the original cost minus depreciation. This may underestimate the true economic values of the assets. It also may over-estimate their true economic value because the assets can become obsolete.

For financial companies such as banks and insurance companies, their assets may be reported in current market value of the assets owned. Book values of financial companies are more accurate indicator of the economic value of the company.


IDEX Biometrics ASA Book Value per Share Related Terms


IDEX Biometrics ASA Book Value per Share Historical Data

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The historical data trend for IDEX Biometrics ASA's Book Value per Share 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.

IDEX Biometrics ASA Book Value per Share Chart

IDEX Biometrics ASA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Book Value per Share
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IDEX Biometrics ASA Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Book Value per Share Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.11 0.20 0.46 0.24 -0.08

OSL:IDEX vs UBER, SHOP, CRM: Book Value per Share Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, IDEX Biometrics ASA's PB Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and PB Ratio 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.


IDEX Biometrics ASA PB Ratio vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, IDEX Biometrics ASA's PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where IDEX Biometrics ASA's PB Ratio falls into.


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IDEX Biometrics ASA Book Value per Share Calculation

IDEX Biometrics ASA's Book Value Per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

Book Value Per Share=(Total Stockholders Equity-Preferred Stock)/Shares Outstanding (EOP)
=(14.69-0.00)/62.60
=0.23

IDEX Biometrics ASA's Book Value Per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Book Value Per Share=(Total Stockholders Equity-Preferred Stock)/Shares Outstanding (EOP)
=(-5.97-0.00)/71.51
=-0.08

* 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.

Theoretically it is what the shareholders will receive if the company is liquidated. Total Stockholders Equity is a balance sheet item and equal to Total Assets less Total Liabilities of the company.

Book value may include intangible items which may come from the company's past acquisitions. Book value less intangibles is called Tangible Book.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Book Value per Share →
What does a Book Value per Share of kr-0.08 mean?
IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSL:IDEX) has a Book Value per Share of kr-0.08 as of Mar. 2026. Book value per share gives the per-share value of a company's stockholder equity. View historical data on IDEX Biometrics ASA and its competitors.
Is IDEX Biometrics ASA's Book Value per Share too high?
IDEX Biometrics ASA's current Book Value per Share is kr-0.08. Overall, IDEX Biometrics ASA has a GF Score™ of 20/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IDEX Biometrics ASA's Book Value per Share compare to UBER and SHOP?
IDEX Biometrics ASA's Book Value per Share of kr-0.08 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 Book Value per Share for a Software company?
A good Book Value per Share depends on the Software industry context. However, Book Value per Share 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 Book Value per Share mean?
A high Book Value per Share can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Book value per share gives the per-share value of a company's stockholder equity. View historical data on IDEX Biometrics ASA and its competitors. IDEX Biometrics ASA's current Book Value per Share is kr-0.08. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IDEX Biometrics ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSL:IDEX) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr0.53, compared to a current price of kr8.10 — trading 1428.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Book Value per Share is kr-0.08. IDEX Biometrics ASA's overall GF Score™ is 20/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Book Value per Share calculated?
Book Value per Share is calculated from a company's financial statements. For IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSL:IDEX), the current Book Value per Share is kr-0.08 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 IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSL:IDEX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IDEX Biometrics ASA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of kr8.10 is trading 1428.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr0.53. GuruFocus considers IDEX Biometrics ASA to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for OSL:IDEX:

  • Book Value per Share: kr-0.08
  • GF Value™: kr0.53 vs. price of kr8.10 (1428.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 20/100 with 5 warning signs

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


IDEX Biometrics ASA Business Description

Other Exchanges IDXAF:USA0MTP:UKI8X:Germany
Address Henrik Ibsens gate 90, Oslo, NOR, 0255
IDEX Biometrics ASA develops and manufactures fingerprint biometric cards for access control, digital identity, and payment. Its products use fingerprint biometrics for user authentication and are designed for physical and digital access applications. The company serves banks, enterprises, and public sector organizations through direct sales and channel partners.
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