KWHIF (Kawasaki Heavy Industries) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 3.99 (As of Jul. 17, 2026) — 217% Above Median

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KWHIF Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd KWHIF
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GF Value $9.80
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What is Kawasaki Heavy Industries Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Kawasaki Heavy Industries KWHIF -3.69% 83 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.99 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 217% above its 10-year median of 1.26. GuruFocus rates KWHIF with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of $9.80 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 478 Conglomerates companies, Kawasaki Heavy Industries ranks worse than 87.24% on this metric.

As of today (2026-07-17), Kawasaki Heavy Industries's current share price is $16.595. Kawasaki Heavy Industries's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $4.16. Kawasaki Heavy Industries's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 3.99.

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

KWHIF' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.52   Med: 1.26   Max: 5.54
Current: 4.16

During the past years, Kawasaki Heavy Industries's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 5.54. The lowest was 0.52. And the median was 1.26.

KWHIF's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
87.24% of 478 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 1.06 vs KWHIF: 4.16

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.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $6.621. 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 $4.16 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries  (OTCPK:KWHIF) 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.


Kawasaki Heavy Industries Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Kawasaki Heavy Industries Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kawasaki Heavy Industries'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.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Kawasaki Heavy Industries Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.87 1.05 1.71 2.86 4.33

Kawasaki Heavy Industries 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 2.86 3.43 3.03 3.15 4.33

KWHIF vs GEV, ETN, PH: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Kawasaki Heavy Industries'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.


Kawasaki Heavy Industries Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Kawasaki Heavy Industries's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Kawasaki Heavy Industries 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.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=16.595/4.16
=3.99

* 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.

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

For example, Kawasaki Heavy Industries'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)
=6.621/112.7000*112.7000
=6.621

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 112.7000.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201606 4.674 98.100 5.370
201609 4.576 98.000 5.262
201612 4.258 98.400 4.877
201703 4.636 98.100 5.326
201706 4.712 98.500 5.391
201709 4.774 98.800 5.446
201712 4.782 99.400 5.422
201803 5.262 99.200 5.978
201806 5.033 99.200 5.718
201809 4.880 99.900 5.505
201812 4.958 99.700 5.604
201903 5.132 99.700 5.801
201906 5.087 99.800 5.745
201909 5.094 100.100 5.735
201912 5.038 100.500 5.650
202003 5.067 100.300 5.693
202006 4.921 99.900 5.552
202009 4.825 99.900 5.443
202012 5.076 99.300 5.761
202103 5.126 99.900 5.783
202106 4.767 99.500 5.399
202109 4.693 100.100 5.284
202112 4.591 100.100 5.169
202203 5.091 101.100 5.675
202206 4.634 101.800 5.130
202209 4.504 103.100 4.923
202212 4.935 104.100 5.343
202303 5.148 104.400 5.557
202306 4.940 105.200 5.292
202309 4.538 106.200 4.816
202312 4.717 106.800 4.978
202403 5.054 107.200 5.313
202406 4.968 108.200 5.175
202409 0.534 108.900 0.553
202412 5.183 110.700 5.277
202503 5.643 111.100 5.724
202506 6.095 111.700 6.150
202509 6.164 112.000 6.203
202512 6.198 113.000 6.182
202603 6.621 112.700 6.621

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 3.99 mean?
Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KWHIF) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.99 as of Jul. 17, 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 Kawasaki Heavy Industries and its competitors. This is 217% above median its historical median of 1.26. Over the past decade, Kawasaki Heavy Industries' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.52 to 5.54. According to the industry distribution chart, Kawasaki Heavy Industries ranks #417 out of 478 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 87.2%.
Is Kawasaki Heavy Industries' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Kawasaki Heavy Industries' current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.99 is 217% above median its 10-year median of 1.26. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.52 to a high of 5.54. The Conglomerates industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.06. Kawasaki Heavy Industries' value of 3.99 is 276.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kawasaki Heavy Industries ranks #417 out of 478 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Kawasaki Heavy Industries has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kawasaki Heavy Industries' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Kawasaki Heavy Industries ranks #417 out of 478 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Kawasaki Heavy Industries in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.06. Kawasaki Heavy Industries' value of 3.99 is 276.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Kawasaki Heavy Industries' own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.52 to 5.54 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.26 vs. the industry median of 1.06, Kawasaki Heavy Industries 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 Conglomerates company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Conglomerates companies is 1.06, based on 478 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. Kawasaki Heavy Industries's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.99 is 276.4% 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 Kawasaki Heavy Industries and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.06 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kawasaki Heavy Industries's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.99, which is 217% above median its own 10-year median of 1.26. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kawasaki Heavy Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KWHIF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $9.80, compared to a current price of $16.60 — trading 69.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.99, which is 217% above median its 10-year median of 1.26 and 276.4% above the Conglomerates industry median of 1.06. Kawasaki Heavy Industries' overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 3 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 Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KWHIF), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.99 as of Jul. 17, 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 Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KWHIF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kawasaki Heavy Industries stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $16.60 is trading 69.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $9.80. GuruFocus considers Kawasaki Heavy Industries to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KWHIF:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 3.99 (217% above median its 10-year median of 1.26)
  • GF Value™: $9.80 vs. price of $16.60 (69.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 276.4% above the Conglomerates median (#417 of 478)

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


Kawasaki Heavy Industries Business Description

Address 1-1-3 Higashikawasakicho, Kobe Crystal Tower, Chuo-ku, Kobe, JPN, 650-8680
Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd is a Japan-based conglomerate with operations in aerospace, marine, and vehicles. The company operates through six segments. The Aerospace Systems segment manufactures and sells aircraft, engines, and space-related equipment. The Energy Solutions & Marine segment provides energy equipment, hydrogen systems, marine propulsion, plants, ships, and crushers. The Power Sports & Engine segment produces motorcycles, off-road vehicles, personal watercraft, and general-purpose engines. The Precision Machinery and Robots segment offers hydraulic equipment and industrial robots. The Vehicle segment manufactures railway vehicles and snow removal machinery. The Other segment covers commerce mediation, sales, orders, and welfare facility management.
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