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China Automotive SystemsCAAS -0.65%78 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.43 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 0.40. GuruFocus rates CAAS with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.32 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,002 Vehicles & Parts companies, China Automotive Systems ranks better than 82.63% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for China Automotive Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
CAAS'
s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.18 Med: 0.4 Max: 1.16
Current: 0.43
During the past years, China Automotive Systems's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 1.16. The lowest was 0.18. And the median was 0.40.
CAAS's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than 82.63% of 1002
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 1.275
vs CAAS: 0.43
The Shiller PE Ratio was first used by professor Robert Shiller. He uses E10 for his Shiller PE Ratio calculation. E10 is the average of the inflation adjusted earnings per share of a company over the past 10 years. The similar calculation is applied by GuruFocus to calculate the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. The Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share is the average of the inflation adjusted book value per share of a company over the past 10 years.
China Automotive Systems's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Dec. 2025 was $13.302. Add all the adjusted book value per share for the past 10 years together and divide the count will get our Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share, which is $10.78 for the trailing ten years ended in Dec. 2025.
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China Automotive Systems (NAS:CAAS) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Explanation
Compared with the regular PB Ratio, which works poorly for cyclical businesses, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio smoothed out the fluctuations of book value during business cycles. Therefore it is more accurate in reflecting the valuation of the company.
If a company has consistent business performance, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio should give similar results to regular PB Ratio.
China Automotive Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms
China Automotive Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for China Automotive Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio 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.
China Automotive Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart
CAAS vs INVZ, CVGI, SES: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison
For the Auto Parts subindustry, China Automotive Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Cyclically Adjusted 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.
China Automotive Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, China Automotive Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where China Automotive Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.
China Automotive Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Calculation
Like the Shiller PE Ratio, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio takes the Book Value per Share from the past 10 years, adjusts it for inflation, and then calculates the average. This average is then used for the P/B calculation. Because it considers this 10-year average, it's often referred to as the CAPB Ratio.
The Shiller PE Ratio was first used by professor Robert Shiller to measure the valuation of the overall market. The similar calculation is applied by GuruFocus to calculate the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio.
* 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.
Please note that we use the CPI data of the country/region where the company is headquartered. If the CPI data for that country/region is not available, then we will use the CPI data of the United States as default.
What does a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.43 mean?
China Automotive Systems (CAAS) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.43 as of Aug. 12, 2026. Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted book value per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on China Automotive Systems and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 0.40. Over the past decade, China Automotive Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.18 to 1.16. According to the industry distribution chart, China Automotive Systems ranks #174 out of 1002 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 17.4%.
Is China Automotive Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
China Automotive Systems' current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.43 is near median its 10-year median of 0.40. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.18 to a high of 1.16. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.28. China Automotive Systems' value of 0.43 is 66.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, China Automotive Systems ranks #174 out of 1002 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, China Automotive Systems has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Automotive Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to INVZ and CVGI?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, China Automotive Systems ranks #174 out of 1002 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places China Automotive Systems in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.28. China Automotive Systems' value of 0.43 is 66.3% below this benchmark. Historically, China Automotive Systems' own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.18 to 1.16 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.40 vs. the industry median of 1.28, China Automotive Systems has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Vehicles & Parts companies is 1.28, based on 1,002 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. China Automotive Systems's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.43 is 66.3% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio mean?
A high Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted book value per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on China Automotive Systems and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.28 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. China Automotive Systems's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.43, which is near median its own 10-year median of 0.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Automotive Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Automotive Systems (CAAS) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.32, compared to a current price of $4.61 — trading 13.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.43, which is near median its 10-year median of 0.40 and 66.3% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 1.28. China Automotive Systems' overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio calculated?
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For China Automotive Systems (CAAS), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.43 as of Aug. 12, 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 China Automotive Systems (CAAS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Automotive Systems stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $4.61 is trading 13.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $5.32.
GuruFocus considers China Automotive Systems to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CAAS:
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.43 (near median its 10-year median of 0.40)
GF Value™: $5.32 vs. price of $4.61 (13.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 66.3% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#174 of 1002)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CAAS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
China Automotive Systems Inc is a holding company. The firm, through its subsidiary, is a supplier of power steering systems and components to China's automotive industry. Its product offering encompasses a full range of auto parts incorporated into steering systems for both passenger automobiles and commercial vehicles. The company offers four separate series of power steering models, including rack and pinion power steering, integral power steering, electronic power steering, steering columns, steering oil pumps, and steering hoses. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from China.
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