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Cass Information SystemsCASS +0.34%62 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.87 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 8% above its 10-year median of 2.66. GuruFocus rates CASS with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $49.80 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 718 Business Services companies, Cass Information Systems ranks worse than 72.84% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cass Information Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
CASS'
s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.9 Med: 2.66 Max: 5.09
Current: 2.87
During the past years, Cass Information Systems's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 5.09. The lowest was 1.90. And the median was 2.66.
CASS's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than 72.84% of 718
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 1.53
vs CASS: 2.87
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.
Cass Information Systems's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was $19.150. 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 $19.78 for the trailing ten years ended in Jun. 2026.
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Cass Information Systems (NAS:CASS) 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.
Cass Information Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms
Cass Information Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Cass Information 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.
Cass Information Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart
CASS vs TRNS, BKSY, KODK: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison
For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Cass Information 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.
Cass Information Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Cass Information Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cass Information Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.
Cass Information 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 2.87 mean?
Cass Information Systems (CASS) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.87 as of Aug. 20, 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 Cass Information Systems and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 2.66. Over the past decade, Cass Information Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.90 to 5.09. According to the industry distribution chart, Cass Information Systems ranks #523 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 72.8%.
Is Cass Information Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Cass Information Systems' current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.87 is near median its 10-year median of 2.66. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.90 to a high of 5.09. The Business Services industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.53. Cass Information Systems' value of 2.87 is 87.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cass Information Systems ranks #523 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Cass Information Systems has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cass Information Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to TRNS and BKSY?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Cass Information Systems ranks #523 out of 718 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Cass Information Systems in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.53. Cass Information Systems' value of 2.87 is 87.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Cass Information Systems' own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.90 to 5.09 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.66 vs. the industry median of 1.53, Cass Information Systems has consistently been above 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 Business Services company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Business Services companies is 1.53, based on 718 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. Cass Information Systems's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.87 is 87.6% above 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 Cass Information Systems and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cass Information Systems's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.87, which is near median its own 10-year median of 2.66. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cass Information Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cass Information Systems (CASS) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $49.80, compared to a current price of $56.78 — trading 14% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.87, which is near median its 10-year median of 2.66 and 87.6% above the Business Services industry median of 1.53. Cass Information Systems' overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 5 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 Cass Information Systems (CASS), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.87 as of Aug. 20, 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 Cass Information Systems (CASS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cass Information Systems stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $56.78 is trading 14% above its estimated GF Value™ of $49.80.
GuruFocus considers Cass Information Systems to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CASS:
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 2.87 (near median its 10-year median of 2.66)
GF Value™: $49.80 vs. price of $56.78 (14% above fair value)
Industry Position: 87.6% above the Business Services median (#523 of 718)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CASS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cass Information Systems Inc is a provider of payment and information processing services to large manufacturing, distribution, and retail enterprises across the United States. The company provides transportation invoice rating, payment processing, auditing, accounting, and transportation information. It is also a processor and payer of energy invoices, including electricity, gas, waste, and other facility-related expenses. Additionally, the firm has a banking subsidiary, offering banking services mainly to privately held businesses in the St. Louis metropolitan area and restaurant franchises and faith-based ministries within the United States. The company operates in two reportable segments: Information Services, which generates the maximum revenue, and Banking Services.
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