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FactSet Research SystemsFDS -3.02%89 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.20 as of Aug. 25, 2026, which is 53% below its 10-year median of 17.44. GuruFocus rates FDS with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of $518.89 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 529 Capital Markets companies, FactSet Research Systems ranks worse than 93.57% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for FactSet Research Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
FDS'
s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.79 Med: 17.44 Max: 27.38
Current: 8.46
During the past years, FactSet Research Systems's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 27.38. The lowest was 5.79. And the median was 17.44.
FDS's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than 93.57% of 529
companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 1.31
vs FDS: 8.46
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.
FactSet Research Systems's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in May. 2026 was $56.804. 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 $36.11 for the trailing ten years ended in May. 2026.
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FactSet Research Systems (NYSE:FDS) 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.
FactSet Research Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms
FactSet Research Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for FactSet Research 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.
FactSet Research Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart
FDS vs MORN, TRU, OTCM: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison
For the Financial Data & Stock Exchanges subindustry, FactSet Research 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.
FactSet Research Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Capital Markets Industry
For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, FactSet Research Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where FactSet Research Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.
FactSet Research 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 8.20 mean?
FactSet Research Systems (FDS) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 8.20 as of Aug. 25, 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 FactSet Research Systems and its competitors. This is 53% below median its historical median of 17.44. Over the past decade, FactSet Research Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 5.79 to 27.38. According to the industry distribution chart, FactSet Research Systems ranks #495 out of 529 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 93.6%.
Is FactSet Research Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
FactSet Research Systems' current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 8.20 is 53% below median its 10-year median of 17.44. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.79 to a high of 27.38. The Capital Markets industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.31. FactSet Research Systems' value of 8.20 is 526% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, FactSet Research Systems ranks #495 out of 529 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, FactSet Research Systems has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FactSet Research Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to MORN and TRU?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, FactSet Research Systems ranks #495 out of 529 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places FactSet Research Systems in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.31. FactSet Research Systems' value of 8.20 is 526% above this benchmark. Historically, FactSet Research Systems' own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 5.79 to 27.38 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 17.44 vs. the industry median of 1.31, FactSet Research 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 Capital Markets company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Capital Markets companies is 1.31, based on 529 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. FactSet Research Systems's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 8.20 is 526% 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 FactSet Research Systems and its competitors. For the Capital Markets industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.31 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FactSet Research Systems's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.20, which is 53% below median its own 10-year median of 17.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FactSet Research Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FactSet Research Systems (FDS) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $518.89, compared to a current price of $296.08 — trading 42.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.20, which is 53% below median its 10-year median of 17.44 and 526% above the Capital Markets industry median of 1.31. FactSet Research Systems' overall GF Score™ is 89/100 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 FactSet Research Systems (FDS), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.20 as of Aug. 25, 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 FactSet Research Systems (FDS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FactSet Research Systems stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $296.08 is trading 42.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $518.89.
GuruFocus considers FactSet Research Systems to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for FDS:
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 8.20 (53% below median its 10-year median of 17.44)
GF Value™: $518.89 vs. price of $296.08 (42.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 526% above the Capital Markets median (#495 of 529)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FDS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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