Arbutus Biopharma (FRA:I9DN) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 3.20 (As of Aug. 07, 2026) — 244% Above Median

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FRA:I9DN Arbutus Biopharma Corp FRA:I9DN
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Price €3.93
GF Value €43.61
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What is Arbutus Biopharma Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Arbutus Biopharma FRA:I9DN +3.97% 55 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.20 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 244% above its 10-year median of 0.93. GuruFocus rates FRA:I9DN with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of €43.61 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 697 Biotechnology companies, Arbutus Biopharma ranks worse than 65.71% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-07), Arbutus Biopharma's current share price is €3.93. Arbutus Biopharma's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €1.23. Arbutus Biopharma's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 3.20.

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

FRA:I9DN' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.24   Med: 0.93   Max: 3.23
Current: 3

During the past years, Arbutus Biopharma's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 3.23. The lowest was 0.24. And the median was 0.93.

FRA:I9DN's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
65.71% of 697 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: 1.6 vs FRA:I9DN: 3.00

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.

Arbutus Biopharma's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €1.143. 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 €1.23 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

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Arbutus Biopharma  (FRA:I9DN) 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.


Arbutus Biopharma Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Arbutus Biopharma Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Arbutus Biopharma'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.

Arbutus Biopharma Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Arbutus Biopharma Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.13 0.64 0.71 1.06 2.70

Arbutus Biopharma Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 1.26 1.27 2.14 2.70 2.98

FRA:I9DN vs TBPH, ANNX, SANA: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, Arbutus Biopharma'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.


Arbutus Biopharma Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Biotechnology Industry

For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, Arbutus Biopharma's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Arbutus Biopharma 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.

Arbutus Biopharma's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=3.93/1.23
=3.20

* 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.

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

For example, Arbutus Biopharma'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)
=1.143/330.2130*330.2130
=1.143

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 330.2130.

Arbutus Biopharma Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201606 7.005 241.018 9.597
201609 6.769 241.428 9.258
201612 3.509 241.432 4.799
201703 3.213 243.801 4.352
201706 2.843 244.955 3.833
201709 2.551 246.819 3.413
201712 2.036 246.524 2.727
201803 1.679 249.554 2.222
201806 1.760 251.989 2.306
201809 1.418 252.439 1.855
201812 1.149 251.233 1.510
201903 0.807 254.202 1.048
201906 0.501 256.143 0.646
201909 -0.811 256.759 -1.043
201912 -0.897 256.974 -1.153
202003 -0.865 258.115 -1.107
202006 -0.953 257.797 -1.221
202009 -0.484 260.280 -0.614
202012 -0.429 260.474 -0.544
202103 -0.332 264.877 -0.414
202106 -0.462 271.696 -0.562
202109 -0.235 274.310 -0.283
202112 1.034 278.802 1.225
202203 1.012 287.504 1.162
202206 0.974 296.311 1.085
202209 0.962 296.808 1.070
202212 0.820 296.797 0.912
202303 0.814 301.836 0.891
202306 0.745 305.109 0.806
202309 0.667 307.789 0.716
202312 0.572 306.746 0.616
202403 0.585 312.332 0.618
202406 0.603 314.175 0.634
202409 0.508 315.301 0.532
202412 0.489 315.605 0.512
202503 0.382 319.799 0.394
202506 0.375 322.561 0.384
202509 0.344 324.800 0.350
202512 0.340 324.054 0.346
202603 1.143 330.213 1.143

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 3.20 mean?
Arbutus Biopharma (FRA:I9DN) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.20 as of Aug. 07, 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 Arbutus Biopharma and its competitors. This is 244% above median its historical median of 0.93. Over the past decade, Arbutus Biopharma's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.24 to 3.23. According to the industry distribution chart, Arbutus Biopharma ranks #458 out of 697 companies in the Biotechnology industry, placing it in the top 65.7%.
Is Arbutus Biopharma's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Arbutus Biopharma's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.20 is 244% above median its 10-year median of 0.93. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.24 to a high of 3.23. The Biotechnology industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.60. Arbutus Biopharma's value of 3.20 is 100% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Arbutus Biopharma ranks #458 out of 697 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Arbutus Biopharma has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Arbutus Biopharma's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to TBPH and ANNX?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, Arbutus Biopharma ranks #458 out of 697 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Arbutus Biopharma in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.60. Arbutus Biopharma's value of 3.20 is 100% above this benchmark. Historically, Arbutus Biopharma's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.24 to 3.23 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.93 vs. the industry median of 1.60, Arbutus Biopharma 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 Biotechnology company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Biotechnology companies is 1.60, based on 697 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. Arbutus Biopharma's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.20 is 100% 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 Arbutus Biopharma and its competitors. For the Biotechnology industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Arbutus Biopharma's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.20, which is 244% above median its own 10-year median of 0.93. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Arbutus Biopharma stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arbutus Biopharma (FRA:I9DN) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €43.61, compared to a current price of €3.93 — trading 91% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.20, which is 244% above median its 10-year median of 0.93 and 100% above the Biotechnology industry median of 1.60. Arbutus Biopharma's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 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 Arbutus Biopharma (FRA:I9DN), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.20 as of Aug. 07, 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 Arbutus Biopharma (FRA:I9DN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arbutus Biopharma stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €3.93 is trading 91% below its estimated GF Value™ of €43.61. GuruFocus considers Arbutus Biopharma to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:I9DN:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 3.20 (244% above median its 10-year median of 0.93)
  • GF Value™: €43.61 vs. price of €3.93 (91% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 100% above the Biotechnology median (#458 of 697)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:I9DN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Arbutus Biopharma Business Description

Other Exchanges ABUS:USAI9DN:Germany
Address 701 Veterans Circle, Warminster, PA, USA, 18974
Arbutus Biopharma Corp is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on infectious diseases. The company is leveraging its extensive virology expertise to identify and develop novel therapeutics with distinct mechanisms of action, which can be combined to provide a functional cure for patients with chronic hepatitis B virus (cHBV). Its pipeline of internally developed, proprietary compounds includes imdusiran (AB-729), a GalNAc-conjugated, subcutaneously delivered ribonucleic acid interference (RNAi) therapeutic, and AB-101, its proprietary oral PD-L1 inhibitor, for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B (cHBV). In addition, the company is also focused on maximizing the opportunity for its in-house developed Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) delivery technology.
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