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Bowler MetcalfJSE:BCF 84 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.08 as of Jul. 24, 2026, which is 5% above its 10-year median of 1.03. GuruFocus rates JSE:BCF with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of R14.89 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 317 Packaging & Containers companies, Bowler Metcalf ranks better than 50.79% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Bowler Metcalf's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
JSE:BCF'
s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.73 Med: 1.03 Max: 1.68
Current: 1.16
During the past 13 years, Bowler Metcalf's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 1.68. The lowest was 0.73. And the median was 1.03.
JSE:BCF's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than 50.79% of 317
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 1.17
vs JSE:BCF: 1.16
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.
Bowler Metcalf's adjusted book value per share data of for the fiscal year that ended in Jun25 was R12.807. 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 R12.09 for the trailing ten years ended in Jun25.
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Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF) 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.
Bowler Metcalf Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms
Bowler Metcalf Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Bowler Metcalf'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.
JSE:BCF vs SW, PKG, IP: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, Bowler Metcalf'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.
Bowler Metcalf Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Bowler Metcalf's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Bowler Metcalf's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.
Bowler Metcalf 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.
Bowler Metcalf's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as
* 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.
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 1.08 mean?
Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.08 as of Jul. 24, 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 Bowler Metcalf and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 1.03. Over the past decade, Bowler Metcalf's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.73 to 1.68. According to the industry distribution chart, Bowler Metcalf ranks #156 out of 317 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 49.2%.
Is Bowler Metcalf's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Bowler Metcalf's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.08 is near median its 10-year median of 1.03. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.73 to a high of 1.68. The Packaging & Containers industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.17. Bowler Metcalf's value of 1.08 is 7.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Bowler Metcalf ranks #156 out of 317 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Bowler Metcalf has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bowler Metcalf's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to SW and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Bowler Metcalf ranks #156 out of 317 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This puts Bowler Metcalf in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.17. Bowler Metcalf's value of 1.08 is 7.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Bowler Metcalf's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.73 to 1.68 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.03 vs. the industry median of 1.17, Bowler Metcalf 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Packaging & Containers companies is 1.17, based on 317 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. Bowler Metcalf's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.08 is 7.7% 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 Bowler Metcalf and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.17 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Bowler Metcalf's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.08, which is near median its own 10-year median of 1.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bowler Metcalf stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R14.89, compared to a current price of R13.02 — trading 12.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.08, which is near median its 10-year median of 1.03 and 7.7% below the Packaging & Containers industry median of 1.17. Bowler Metcalf'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 Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.08 as of Jul. 24, 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 Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bowler Metcalf stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of R13.02 is trading 12.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of R14.89.
GuruFocus considers Bowler Metcalf to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for JSE:BCF:
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 1.08 (near median its 10-year median of 1.03)
GF Value™: R14.89 vs. price of R13.02 (12.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 7.7% below the Packaging & Containers median (#156 of 317)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:BCF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Bowler Metcalf Ltd is mainly engaged in the business of containers and packaging. The company's operating segments include Plastic Packaging and Property Investment. It generates maximum revenue from the Plastic Packaging segment, which specializes in the manufacture of rigid plastic packaging for the toiletry, cosmetic, household, pharmaceutical, and food markets. Its mode of manufacture comprises injection and blow molding, extrusion, and injection stretch blow molding. The Property Investment segment is involved in the business of investing in properties for letting to the manufacturing industry.
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