Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC (KUW:STC) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 2.61 (As of Aug. 01, 2026) — 10% Below Median

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KUW:STC Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC KUW:STC
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Price KWD0.63
GF Value KWD0.58
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC KUW:STC +0.16% 53 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.61 as of Aug. 01, 2026, which is 10% below its 10-year median of 2.89. GuruFocus rates KUW:STC with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD0.58 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 289 Telecommunication Services companies, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC ranks worse than 64.71% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-01), Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's current share price is KWD0.627. Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD0.24. Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 2.61.

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

KUW:STC' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.38   Med: 2.89   Max: 4.25
Current: 2.59

During the past years, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 4.25. The lowest was 2.38. And the median was 2.89.

KUW:STC's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
64.71% of 289 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 1.73 vs KUW:STC: 2.59

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.

Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD0.211. 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 KWD0.24 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

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Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC  (KUW:STC) 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.


Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC'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.

Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC 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 2.57 2.50 2.50 2.99 2.83

KUW:STC vs VZ, TMUS, T: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC'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.


Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.


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Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC 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.

Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=0.627/0.24
=2.61

* 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.

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

For example, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC'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)
=0.211/330.2130*330.2130
=0.211

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 330.2130.

Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201606 0.112 241.018 0.153
201609 0.122 241.428 0.167
201612 0.119 241.432 0.163
201703 0.138 243.801 0.187
201706 0.147 244.955 0.198
201709 0.156 246.819 0.209
201712 0.157 246.524 0.210
201803 0.154 249.554 0.204
201806 0.166 251.989 0.218
201809 0.179 252.439 0.234
201812 0.192 251.233 0.252
201903 0.182 254.202 0.236
201906 0.192 256.143 0.248
201909 0.204 256.759 0.262
201912 0.216 256.974 0.278
202003 0.197 258.115 0.252
202006 0.207 257.797 0.265
202009 0.218 260.280 0.277
202012 0.222 260.474 0.281
202103 0.200 264.877 0.249
202106 0.209 271.696 0.254
202109 0.216 274.310 0.260
202112 0.237 278.802 0.281
202203 0.215 287.504 0.247
202206 0.223 296.311 0.249
202209 0.232 296.808 0.258
202212 0.242 296.797 0.269
202303 0.220 301.836 0.241
202306 0.228 305.109 0.247
202309 0.236 307.789 0.253
202312 0.244 306.746 0.263
202403 0.218 312.332 0.230
202406 0.226 314.175 0.238
202409 0.234 315.301 0.245
202412 0.241 315.605 0.252
202503 0.215 319.799 0.222
202506 0.223 322.561 0.228
202509 0.232 324.800 0.236
202512 0.240 324.054 0.245
202603 0.211 330.213 0.211

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 2.61 mean?
Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC (KUW:STC) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.61 as of Aug. 01, 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 Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC and its competitors. This is 10% below median its historical median of 2.89. Over the past decade, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 2.38 to 4.25. According to the industry distribution chart, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC ranks #187 out of 289 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 64.7%.
Is Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.61 is 10% below median its 10-year median of 2.89. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.38 to a high of 4.25. The Telecommunication Services industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.73. Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's value of 2.61 is 50.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC ranks #187 out of 289 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC ranks #187 out of 289 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.73. Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's value of 2.61 is 50.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 2.38 to 4.25 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.89 vs. the industry median of 1.73, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Telecommunication Services companies is 1.73, based on 289 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. Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.61 is 50.9% 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 Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.61, which is 10% below median its own 10-year median of 2.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC (KUW:STC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD0.58, compared to a current price of KWD0.63 — trading 8.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.61, which is 10% below median its 10-year median of 2.89 and 50.9% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 1.73. Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 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 Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC (KUW:STC), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.61 as of Aug. 01, 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 Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC (KUW:STC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KWD0.63 is trading 8.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of KWD0.58. GuruFocus considers Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for KUW:STC:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 2.61 (10% below median its 10-year median of 2.89)
  • GF Value™: KWD0.58 vs. price of KWD0.63 (8.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 50.9% above the Telecommunication Services median (#187 of 289)

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


Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC Business Description

Address Al-Khansa Street, P.O. Box. 181, Olympia Building, Salmiya, KWT, 22002
Kuwait Telecommunications Co KSC is a telecommunication service provider. The company provides internet access using 4G LTE technology, and 5G technology. The principal activities of the company are to purchase, supply, install, operate, and maintain wireless telecommunication devices and equipment. The company offers numerous opportunities in the field of telecommunications, entertainment, information, digital, and data transfer services. The Group has identified Consumer (i.e., Individual customers) and Enterprise (i.e., Corporates & others) as operating segments.
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