HTROF (Hexatronic Group AB) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 3.78 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 53% Below Median

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HTROF Hexatronic Group AB HTROF
65 GF Score
Price $3.55
GF Value $3.08
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Hexatronic Group AB Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Hexatronic Group AB HTROF 65 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.78 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 53% below its 10-year median of 7.97. GuruFocus rates HTROF with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.08 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,985 Hardware companies, Hexatronic Group AB ranks worse than 67.76% on this metric.

As of today (2026-07-14), Hexatronic Group AB's current share price is $3.55. Hexatronic Group AB's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.94. Hexatronic Group AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 3.78.

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

HTROF' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.97   Med: 7.97   Max: 50.38
Current: 3.72

During the past years, Hexatronic Group AB's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 50.38. The lowest was 1.97. And the median was 7.97.

HTROF's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
67.76% of 1985 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 2.15 vs HTROF: 3.72

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.

Hexatronic Group AB's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.876. 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 $0.94 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

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Hexatronic Group AB  (OTCPK:HTROF) 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.


Hexatronic Group AB Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Hexatronic Group AB Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hexatronic Group AB'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.

Hexatronic Group AB Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Hexatronic Group AB Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Hexatronic Group AB 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 3.22 3.05 2.25 2.60 3.42

HTROF vs CSCO, CIEN, MSI: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Hexatronic Group AB'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.


Hexatronic Group AB Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Hexatronic Group AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hexatronic Group AB 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.

Hexatronic Group AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=3.55/0.94
=3.78

* 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.

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

For example, Hexatronic Group AB'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)
=1.876/133.5600*133.5600
=1.876

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 133.5600.

Hexatronic Group AB Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201605 0.207 100.914 0.274
201608 0.211 100.968 0.279
201611 0.209 101.517 0.275
201703 0.211 102.022 0.276
201706 0.236 102.752 0.307
201709 0.272 103.279 0.352
201712 0.274 103.793 0.353
201803 0.289 103.962 0.371
201806 0.288 104.875 0.367
201809 0.294 105.679 0.372
201812 0.300 105.912 0.378
201903 0.306 105.886 0.386
201906 0.304 106.742 0.380
201909 0.321 107.214 0.400
201912 0.327 107.766 0.405
202003 0.345 106.563 0.432
202006 0.358 107.498 0.445
202009 0.391 107.635 0.485
202012 0.412 108.296 0.508
202103 0.463 108.360 0.571
202106 0.510 108.928 0.625
202109 0.584 110.338 0.707
202112 0.901 112.486 1.070
202203 0.950 114.825 1.105
202206 1.068 118.384 1.205
202209 1.170 122.296 1.278
202212 1.314 126.365 1.389
202303 1.394 127.042 1.466
202306 1.527 129.407 1.576
202309 1.531 130.224 1.570
202312 1.634 131.912 1.654
202403 1.730 132.205 1.748
202406 1.771 132.716 1.782
202409 1.815 132.304 1.832
202412 1.782 132.987 1.790
202503 1.836 132.825 1.846
202506 1.943 133.699 1.941
202509 1.868 133.480 1.869
202512 1.798 133.390 1.800
202603 1.876 133.560 1.876

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 3.78 mean?
Hexatronic Group AB (HTROF) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.78 as of Jul. 14, 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 Hexatronic Group AB and its competitors. This is 53% below median its historical median of 7.97. Over the past decade, Hexatronic Group AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.97 to 50.38. According to the industry distribution chart, Hexatronic Group AB ranks #1345 out of 1985 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 67.8%.
Is Hexatronic Group AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Hexatronic Group AB's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.78 is 53% below median its 10-year median of 7.97. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.97 to a high of 50.38. The Hardware industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.15. Hexatronic Group AB's value of 3.78 is 75.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hexatronic Group AB ranks #1345 out of 1985 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hexatronic Group AB has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hexatronic Group AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to CSCO and CIEN?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Hexatronic Group AB ranks #1345 out of 1985 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Hexatronic Group AB in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.15. Hexatronic Group AB's value of 3.78 is 75.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Hexatronic Group AB's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.97 to 50.38 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.97 vs. the industry median of 2.15, Hexatronic Group AB 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 Hardware company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Hardware companies is 2.15, based on 1,985 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. Hexatronic Group AB's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.78 is 75.8% 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 Hexatronic Group AB and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.15 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hexatronic Group AB's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.78, which is 53% below median its own 10-year median of 7.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hexatronic Group AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hexatronic Group AB (HTROF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.08, compared to a current price of $3.55 — trading 15.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.78, which is 53% below median its 10-year median of 7.97 and 75.8% above the Hardware industry median of 2.15. Hexatronic Group AB's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 6 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 Hexatronic Group AB (HTROF), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.78 as of Jul. 14, 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 Hexatronic Group AB (HTROF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hexatronic Group AB stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $3.55 is trading 15.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $3.08. GuruFocus considers Hexatronic Group AB to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HTROF:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 3.78 (53% below median its 10-year median of 7.97)
  • GF Value™: $3.08 vs. price of $3.55 (15.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 75.8% above the Hardware median (#1345 of 1985)

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


Hexatronic Group AB Business Description

Address Sofierogatan 3A, Gothenburg, SWE, SE-412 51
Hexatronic Group AB is a technology group specialized in fiber communications products. The company supplies fiber optic products and solutions, and a complete range of passive infrastructure for telecom companies. The company offers products such as Fiber Solutions, including cables, Microtubules and bundles of microtubules, as well as Accessories for Cables and microducts. Additionally, it provides installation services. Wireless solutions include 5G and Wireless network infrastructure, along with the InOne Powered Fibersystem. For harsh environments, the company offers dynamic cables, Connectivity Solutions, and sensor systems. The company operates in Sweden, Europe (other than Sweden), North America, and APAC, with the majority of revenue from Europe and North America.
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