Ariake Japan Co (FRA:5EF) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 1.61 (As of Aug. 03, 2026) — 43% Below Median

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FRA:5EF Ariake Japan Co Ltd FRA:5EF
82 GF Score
Price €28.60
GF Value €31.13
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What is Ariake Japan Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Ariake Japan Co FRA:5EF -4.03% 82 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.61 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 43% below its 10-year median of 2.84. GuruFocus rates FRA:5EF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of €31.13. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,425 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Ariake Japan Co ranks worse than 59.02% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-03), Ariake Japan Co's current share price is €28.60. Ariake Japan Co's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €17.72. Ariake Japan Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 1.61.

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

FRA:5EF' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.5   Med: 2.84   Max: 6.85
Current: 1.59

During the past years, Ariake Japan Co's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 6.85. The lowest was 1.50. And the median was 2.84.

FRA:5EF's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
59.02% of 1425 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 1.24 vs FRA:5EF: 1.59

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.

Ariake Japan Co's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €22.819. 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 €17.72 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

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Ariake Japan Co  (FRA:5EF) 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.


Ariake Japan Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Ariake Japan Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ariake Japan Co'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.

Ariake Japan Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Ariake Japan Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Ariake Japan Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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FRA:5EF vs KHC, GIS: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Ariake Japan Co'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.


Ariake Japan Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Ariake Japan Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ariake Japan Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.


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Ariake Japan Co 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.

Ariake Japan Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=28.60/17.72
=1.61

* 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.

Ariake Japan Co's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, Ariake Japan Co's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Mar. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Mar. 2026)
=22.819/112.7000*112.7000
=22.819

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 112.7000.

Ariake Japan Co Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201606 15.609 98.100 17.932
201609 16.281 98.000 18.723
201612 15.703 98.400 17.985
201703 16.914 98.100 19.431
201706 16.460 98.500 18.833
201709 16.227 98.800 18.510
201712 16.778 99.400 19.023
201803 17.682 99.200 20.088
201806 17.988 99.200 20.436
201809 18.425 99.900 20.786
201812 18.999 99.700 21.476
201903 22.118 99.700 25.002
201906 22.607 99.800 25.529
201909 23.847 100.100 26.849
201912 23.585 100.500 26.448
202003 24.525 100.300 27.557
202006 23.908 99.900 26.971
202009 23.807 99.900 26.857
202012 23.801 99.300 27.013
202103 23.849 99.900 26.905
202106 23.399 99.500 26.503
202109 24.698 100.100 27.807
202112 25.170 100.100 28.338
202203 25.361 101.100 28.271
202206 23.610 101.800 26.138
202209 24.173 103.100 26.424
202212 24.167 104.100 26.164
202303 24.301 104.400 26.233
202306 22.826 105.200 24.453
202309 22.925 106.200 24.328
202312 23.386 106.800 24.678
202403 22.978 107.200 24.157
202406 22.127 108.200 23.047
202409 24.123 108.900 24.965
202412 23.972 110.700 24.405
202503 24.765 111.100 25.122
202506 23.696 111.700 23.908
202509 23.371 112.000 23.517
202512 22.267 113.000 22.208
202603 22.819 112.700 22.819

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 1.61 mean?
Ariake Japan Co (FRA:5EF) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.61 as of Aug. 03, 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 Ariake Japan Co and its competitors. This is 43% below median its historical median of 2.84. Over the past decade, Ariake Japan Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.50 to 6.85. According to the industry distribution chart, Ariake Japan Co ranks #841 out of 1425 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 59%.
Is Ariake Japan Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Ariake Japan Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.61 is 43% below median its 10-year median of 2.84. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.50 to a high of 6.85. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.24. Ariake Japan Co's value of 1.61 is 29.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ariake Japan Co ranks #841 out of 1425 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Ariake Japan Co has a GF Score™ of 82/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ariake Japan Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Ariake Japan Co ranks #841 out of 1425 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Ariake Japan Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.24. Ariake Japan Co's value of 1.61 is 29.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Ariake Japan Co's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.50 to 6.85 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.84 vs. the industry median of 1.24, Ariake Japan Co 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 1.24, based on 1,425 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. Ariake Japan Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.61 is 29.8% 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 Ariake Japan Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ariake Japan Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.61, which is 43% below median its own 10-year median of 2.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ariake Japan Co stock overvalued right now?
Ariake Japan Co (FRA:5EF) has a current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.61. The stock's GF Value™ is €31.13, compared to a current price of €28.60 — trading 8.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.61, which is 43% below median its 10-year median of 2.84 and 29.8% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 1.24. Ariake Japan Co's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 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 Ariake Japan Co (FRA:5EF), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.61 as of Aug. 03, 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 Ariake Japan Co (FRA:5EF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ariake Japan Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €28.60 is trading 8.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €31.13.

Key valuation signals for FRA:5EF:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 1.61 (43% below median its 10-year median of 2.84)
  • GF Value™: €31.13 vs. price of €28.60 (8.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 29.8% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#841 of 1425)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:5EF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Ariake Japan Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 2815:Japan
Address 3-2-17 Ebisu-Minami, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 150-0022
Ariake Japan Co Ltd is engaged in manufacturing, processing, and sale of natural seasonings, marine products, as well as agricultural and livestock products. The company also provides technical guidance related to its products and manages restaurants. The products are categorized into different uses including products for instant noodle manufacturers such as soup bases; products for hotels and restaurants such as sauces and soup stock; products for food processing companies such as curries, ham, and sausages; and products for export. The company primarily operates in Japan and also owns manufacturing sites in multiple countries such as China, the U.S., Netherlands, France, and Belgium.
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