Enghouse Systems (FRA:3E4) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 1.88 (As of Aug. 11, 2026) — 75% Below Median

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FRA:3E4 Enghouse Systems Ltd FRA:3E4
64 GF Score
Price €10.90
GF Value €16.45
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is Enghouse Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Enghouse Systems FRA:3E4 +1.87% 64 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.88 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 75% below its 10-year median of 7.60. GuruFocus rates FRA:3E4 with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of €16.45 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,558 Software companies, Enghouse Systems ranks better than 57.38% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-11), Enghouse Systems's current share price is €10.90. Enghouse Systems's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was €5.80. Enghouse Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 1.88.

The historical rank and industry rank for Enghouse Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

FRA:3E4' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.67   Med: 7.6   Max: 16.26
Current: 1.88

During the past years, Enghouse Systems's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 16.26. The lowest was 1.67. And the median was 7.60.

FRA:3E4's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than
57.38% of 1558 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 2.31 vs FRA:3E4: 1.88

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.

Enghouse Systems's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was €6.820. 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 €5.80 for the trailing ten years ended in Apr. 2026.

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Enghouse Systems  (FRA:3E4) 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.


Enghouse Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Enghouse Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Enghouse 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.

Enghouse Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Enghouse Systems Annual Data
Trend Oct16 Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Enghouse Systems Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio 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 2.91 2.60 2.32 2.06 1.81

FRA:3E4 vs QH, SHOP, UBER: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Enghouse 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.


Enghouse Systems Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Enghouse Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Enghouse Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.


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Enghouse 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.

Enghouse Systems's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=10.90/5.80
=1.88

* 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.

Enghouse Systems's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, Enghouse Systems's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Apr. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Apr. 2026)
=6.82/132.7364*132.7364
=6.820

Current CPI (Apr. 2026) = 132.7364.

Enghouse Systems Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201607 3.258 101.844 4.246
201610 3.420 102.002 4.451
201701 3.577 102.318 4.640
201704 3.712 103.029 4.782
201707 3.592 103.029 4.628
201710 3.831 103.424 4.917
201801 3.805 104.056 4.854
201804 3.870 105.320 4.877
201807 4.054 106.110 5.071
201810 4.292 105.952 5.377
201901 4.409 105.557 5.544
201904 4.628 107.453 5.717
201907 4.729 108.243 5.799
201910 5.035 107.927 6.192
202001 5.259 108.085 6.458
202004 5.376 107.216 6.656
202007 5.612 108.401 6.872
202010 5.766 108.638 7.045
202101 4.923 109.192 5.985
202104 5.074 110.851 6.076
202107 5.327 112.431 6.289
202110 5.669 113.695 6.618
202201 5.945 114.801 6.874
202204 6.216 118.357 6.971
202207 6.373 120.964 6.993
202210 6.820 121.517 7.450
202301 6.544 121.596 7.144
202304 6.583 123.571 7.071
202307 6.562 124.914 6.973
202310 6.941 125.310 7.352
202401 6.886 125.072 7.308
202404 7.048 126.890 7.373
202407 7.099 128.075 7.357
202410 7.180 127.838 7.455
202501 7.390 127.443 7.697
202504 6.939 129.102 7.134
202507 6.848 130.290 6.977
202510 6.835 130.603 6.947
202601 6.802 130.366 6.926
202604 6.820 132.736 6.820

Add all the adjusted book value per share together and divide the count will get our Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share.

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 1.88 mean?
Enghouse Systems (FRA:3E4) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.88 as of Aug. 11, 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 Enghouse Systems and its competitors. This is 75% below median its historical median of 7.60. Over the past decade, Enghouse Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.67 to 16.26. According to the industry distribution chart, Enghouse Systems ranks #664 out of 1558 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 42.6%.
Is Enghouse Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Enghouse Systems' current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.88 is 75% below median its 10-year median of 7.60. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.67 to a high of 16.26. The Software industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.31. Enghouse Systems' value of 1.88 is 18.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Enghouse Systems ranks #664 out of 1558 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Enghouse Systems has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Enghouse Systems' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to QH and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Enghouse Systems ranks #664 out of 1558 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This puts Enghouse Systems in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.31. Enghouse Systems' value of 1.88 is 18.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Enghouse Systems' own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.67 to 16.26 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.60 vs. the industry median of 2.31, Enghouse 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 Software company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Software companies is 2.31, based on 1,558 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. Enghouse Systems's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.88 is 18.6% 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 Enghouse Systems 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. Enghouse Systems's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.88, which is 75% below median its own 10-year median of 7.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Enghouse Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Enghouse Systems (FRA:3E4) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €16.45, compared to a current price of €10.90 — trading 33.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.88, which is 75% below median its 10-year median of 7.60 and 18.6% below the Software industry median of 2.31. Enghouse Systems' overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Enghouse Systems (FRA:3E4), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.88 as of Aug. 11, 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 Enghouse Systems (FRA:3E4) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Enghouse Systems stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €10.90 is trading 33.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €16.45. GuruFocus considers Enghouse Systems to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:3E4:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 1.88 (75% below median its 10-year median of 7.60)
  • GF Value™: €16.45 vs. price of €10.90 (33.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 18.6% below the Software median (#664 of 1558)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:3E4 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Enghouse Systems Business Description

Address 80 Tiverton Court, Suite 800, Investor Relations, Markham, ON, CAN, L3R 0G4
Enghouse Systems Ltd is a Canada-based provider of software and services to a variety of end markets. The firm's operations are organized in two segments, namely, the Interactive Management Group (IMG) and the Asset Management Group (AMG). It earns the majority of its revenue from Interactive Management Group. IMG specializes in contact center and video software and services designed to enhance customer service by increasing efficiency and managing customer communications across multiple types of interactions, including voice, email, social channels, web chats, text, and videos. The firm has operations in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, excluding Scandinavia, Germany, Asia-Pacific, and other regions, with maximum revenue from the USA.
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