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Cognizant Technology SolutionsCTSH +0.40%82 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.62 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 64% below its 10-year median of 4.52. GuruFocus rates CTSH with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $84.13 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,598 Software companies, Cognizant Technology Solutions ranks better than 62.08% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cognizant Technology Solutions's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
CTSH'
s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.5 Med: 4.52 Max: 8.3
Current: 1.62
During the past years, Cognizant Technology Solutions's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 8.30. The lowest was 1.50. And the median was 4.52.
CTSH's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than 62.08% of 1598
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 2.31
vs CTSH: 1.62
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.
Cognizant Technology Solutions's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $31.789. 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 $26.72 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.
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Cognizant Technology Solutions (NAS:CTSH) 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.
Cognizant Technology Solutions Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms
Cognizant Technology Solutions Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data
* 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.
Cognizant Technology Solutions Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart
CTSH vs FIS, CDW, BR: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison
For the Information Technology Services subindustry, Cognizant Technology Solutions'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.
Cognizant Technology Solutions Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Cognizant Technology Solutions's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cognizant Technology Solutions's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.
Cognizant Technology Solutions 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 1.62 mean?
Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTSH) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.62 as of Jul. 16, 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 Cognizant Technology Solutions and its competitors. This is 64% below median its historical median of 4.52. Over the past decade, Cognizant Technology Solutions' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.50 to 8.30. According to the industry distribution chart, Cognizant Technology Solutions ranks #606 out of 1598 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 37.9%.
Is Cognizant Technology Solutions' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Cognizant Technology Solutions' current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.62 is 64% below median its 10-year median of 4.52. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.50 to a high of 8.30. The Software industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.31. Cognizant Technology Solutions' value of 1.62 is 29.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cognizant Technology Solutions ranks #606 out of 1598 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cognizant Technology Solutions has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cognizant Technology Solutions' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to FIS and CDW?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Cognizant Technology Solutions ranks #606 out of 1598 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This puts Cognizant Technology Solutions in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.31. Cognizant Technology Solutions' value of 1.62 is 29.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Cognizant Technology Solutions' own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.50 to 8.30 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.52 vs. the industry median of 2.31, Cognizant Technology Solutions 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 Software company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Software companies is 2.31, based on 1,598 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. Cognizant Technology Solutions's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.62 is 29.9% 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 Cognizant Technology Solutions and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.31 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cognizant Technology Solutions's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.62, which is 64% below median its own 10-year median of 4.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cognizant Technology Solutions stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTSH) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $84.13, compared to a current price of $43.18 — trading 48.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.62, which is 64% below median its 10-year median of 4.52 and 29.9% below the Software industry median of 2.31. Cognizant Technology Solutions' overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTSH), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.62 as of Jul. 16, 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 Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTSH) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cognizant Technology Solutions stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $43.18 is trading 48.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $84.13.
GuruFocus considers Cognizant Technology Solutions to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CTSH:
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 1.62 (64% below median its 10-year median of 4.52)
GF Value™: $84.13 vs. price of $43.18 (48.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 29.9% below the Software median (#606 of 1598)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CTSH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cognizant Technology Solutions Business Description
Cognizant Technology Solutions is a multinational IT services provider that offers a range of consulting and business process outsourcing services. Originally founded in India, the company is headquartered in the US and serves enterprise customers spanning the financial services, healthcare, and resources industries. With most of its workforce located in India, Cognizant leverages a global delivery model that helps clients outsource their IT needs to offshore labor.
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