Textron (FRA:TXT) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 2.45 (As of Aug. 04, 2026) — 15% Below Median

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FRA:TXT Textron Inc FRA:TXT
84 GF Score
Price €74.42
GF Value €86.91
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Textron Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Textron FRA:TXT -1.74% 84 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.45 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 15% below its 10-year median of 2.87. GuruFocus rates FRA:TXT with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of €86.91 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 211 Aerospace & Defense companies, Textron ranks better than 67.77% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-04), Textron's current share price is €74.42. Textron's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €30.39. Textron's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 2.45.

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

FRA:TXT' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.26   Med: 2.87   Max: 4.51
Current: 2.45

During the past years, Textron's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 4.51. The lowest was 1.26. And the median was 2.87.

FRA:TXT's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than
67.77% of 211 companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 3.47 vs FRA:TXT: 2.45

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.

Textron's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was €40.659. 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 €30.39 for the trailing ten years ended in Jun. 2026.

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Textron  (FRA:TXT) 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.


Textron Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Textron Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Textron'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.

Textron Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Textron Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Textron Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 2.50 2.57 2.62 2.54 2.60

FRA:TXT vs BWXT, ARXS, MOG.A: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Textron'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.


Textron Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Textron's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Textron 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.

Textron's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=74.42/30.39
=2.45

* 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.

Textron's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

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

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Jun. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Jun. 2026)
=40.659/333.9520*333.9520
=40.659

Current CPI (Jun. 2026) = 333.9520.

Textron Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201609 18.639 241.428 25.782
201612 19.550 241.432 27.042
201703 19.495 243.801 26.704
201706 19.104 244.955 26.045
201709 18.531 246.819 25.073
201712 18.247 246.524 24.718
201803 18.006 249.554 24.096
201806 18.440 251.989 24.438
201809 19.557 252.439 25.872
201812 19.371 251.233 25.749
201903 19.902 254.202 26.146
201906 20.527 256.143 26.763
201909 21.690 256.759 28.211
201912 21.782 256.974 28.307
202003 22.026 258.115 28.497
202006 21.531 257.797 27.891
202009 21.304 260.280 27.334
202012 21.222 260.474 27.209
202103 22.296 264.877 28.110
202106 22.566 271.696 27.737
202109 23.216 274.310 28.264
202112 27.807 278.802 33.308
202203 29.111 287.504 33.814
202206 30.373 296.311 34.231
202209 32.667 296.808 36.755
202212 32.564 296.797 36.641
202303 32.407 301.836 35.855
202306 32.752 305.109 35.848
202309 33.752 307.789 36.621
202312 33.215 306.746 36.161
202403 33.367 312.332 35.677
202406 33.950 314.175 36.087
202409 33.761 315.301 35.758
202412 37.602 315.605 39.788
202503 37.266 319.799 38.915
202506 36.173 322.561 37.450
202509 36.244 324.800 37.265
202512 38.582 324.054 39.760
202603 39.812 330.213 40.263
202606 40.659 333.952 40.659

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 2.45 mean?
Textron (FRA:TXT) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.45 as of Aug. 04, 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 Textron and its competitors. This is 15% below median its historical median of 2.87. Over the past decade, Textron's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.26 to 4.51. According to the industry distribution chart, Textron ranks #68 out of 211 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 32.2%.
Is Textron's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Textron's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.45 is 15% below median its 10-year median of 2.87. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.26 to a high of 4.51. The Aerospace & Defense industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.47. Textron's value of 2.45 is 29.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Textron ranks #68 out of 211 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Textron has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Textron's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to BWXT and ARXS?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Textron ranks #68 out of 211 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This puts Textron in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.47. Textron's value of 2.45 is 29.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Textron's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.26 to 4.51 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.87 vs. the industry median of 3.47, Textron 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Aerospace & Defense companies is 3.47, based on 211 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. Textron's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.45 is 29.4% 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 Textron and its competitors. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.47 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Textron's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.45, which is 15% below median its own 10-year median of 2.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Textron stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Textron (FRA:TXT) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €86.91, compared to a current price of €74.42 — trading 14.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.45, which is 15% below median its 10-year median of 2.87 and 29.4% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 3.47. Textron's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 2 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 Textron (FRA:TXT), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.45 as of Aug. 04, 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 Textron (FRA:TXT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Textron stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €74.42 is trading 14.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of €86.91. GuruFocus considers Textron to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:TXT:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 2.45 (15% below median its 10-year median of 2.87)
  • GF Value™: €86.91 vs. price of €74.42 (14.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 29.4% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#68 of 211)

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


Textron Business Description

Address 40 Westminster Street, Providence, RI, USA, 02903
Textron is a conglomerate that designs, manufactures, and services a range of specialty aircraft including small jets, propeller-driven airplanes, helicopters, and tilt-rotor aircraft. Textron Aviation manufactures and services Cessna and Beechcraft planes. Bell is a helicopter and tilt-rotor manufacturer and servicer for both commercial and military customers. Textron Systems produces uncrewed aircraft and armored vehicles for the military market as well as aircraft simulators and training for the commercial and military markets. Textron Industrial houses the Kautex business, which manufactures plastic fuel tanks for conventional and hybrid motor vehicles, and other subsidiaries that produce specialized vehicles such as golf carts and all-terrain vehicles.
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