Science Group (LSE:SAG) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 3.62 (As of Jul. 27, 2026) — 16% Above Median

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LSE:SAG Science Group PLC LSE:SAG
82 GF Score
Price £5.87
GF Value £4.59
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Science Group Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Science Group LSE:SAG 82 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.62 as of Jul. 27, 2026, which is 16% above its 10-year median of 3.12. GuruFocus rates LSE:SAG with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of £4.59 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 730 Business Services companies, Science Group ranks worse than 79.04% on this metric.

As of today (2026-07-27), Science Group's current share price is £5.87. Science Group's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was £1.62. Science Group's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 3.62.

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

LSE:SAG' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.64   Med: 3.12   Max: 5.27
Current: 3.63

During the past 13 years, Science Group's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 5.27. The lowest was 1.64. And the median was 3.12.

LSE:SAG's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
79.04% of 730 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 1.56 vs LSE:SAG: 3.63

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.

Science Group's adjusted book value per share data of for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was £2.395. 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 £1.62 for the trailing ten years ended in Dec25.

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Science Group  (LSE:SAG) 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.


Science Group Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Science Group Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Science Group'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.

Science Group Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Science Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Science Group Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 2.93 0.00 3.12 0.00 3.39

LSE:SAG vs VRSK, EFX, BAH: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Consulting Services subindustry, Science Group'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.


Science Group Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Science Group's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Science Group 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.

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

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=5.87/1.62
=3.62

* 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.

Science Group's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 is calculated as:

For example, Science Group's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Dec25 (Change)*Current CPI (Dec25)
=2.395/139.9000*139.9000
=2.395

Current CPI (Dec25) = 139.9000.

Science Group Annual Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201612 0.915 102.200 1.253
201712 0.959 105.000 1.278
201812 1.023 107.100 1.336
201912 0.870 108.500 1.122
202012 1.004 109.400 1.284
202112 1.450 114.700 1.769
202212 1.721 125.300 1.922
202312 1.724 130.500 1.848
202412 1.878 135.100 1.945
202512 2.395 139.900 2.395

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 3.62 mean?
Science Group (LSE:SAG) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.62 as of Jul. 27, 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 Science Group and its competitors. This is 16% above median its historical median of 3.12. Over the past decade, Science Group's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.64 to 5.27. According to the industry distribution chart, Science Group ranks #577 out of 730 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 79%.
Is Science Group's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Science Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.62 is 16% above median its 10-year median of 3.12. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.64 to a high of 5.27. The Business Services industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.56. Science Group's value of 3.62 is 132.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Science Group ranks #577 out of 730 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Science Group has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Science Group's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to VRSK and EFX?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Science Group ranks #577 out of 730 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Science Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.56. Science Group's value of 3.62 is 132.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Science Group's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.64 to 5.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.12 vs. the industry median of 1.56, Science Group 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 Business Services company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Business Services companies is 1.56, based on 730 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. Science Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.62 is 132.1% 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 Science Group and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.56 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Science Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.62, which is 16% above median its own 10-year median of 3.12. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Science Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Science Group (LSE:SAG) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £4.59, compared to a current price of £5.87 — trading 27.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.62, which is 16% above median its 10-year median of 3.12 and 132.1% above the Business Services industry median of 1.56. Science Group's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 4 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 Science Group (LSE:SAG), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.62 as of Jul. 27, 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 Science Group (LSE:SAG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Science Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £5.87 is trading 27.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of £4.59. GuruFocus considers Science Group to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:SAG:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 3.62 (16% above median its 10-year median of 3.12)
  • GF Value™: £4.59 vs. price of £5.87 (27.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 132.1% above the Business Services median (#577 of 730)

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


Science Group Business Description

Address Harston Mill, Harston, Cambridge, GBR, CB22 7GG
Science Group PLC provides outsourced science and technology-based consultancy, advisory, and product development services to a wide range of industries and markets. It operates in the Services segment, which comprises five consultancy Practises under the Sagentia brand: Medical, Innovation Regulatory, Defence, and Aviation. The Systems segments comprise two businesses: Critical Maritime Systems & Support (CMS2), which designs, manufactures and supports submarine atmosphere systems for the defence sector; and Frontier Smart Technologies Limited (Frontier), which designs and supplies radio and audio semi-conductors/modules. Its geographical segments are the UK, Other European Countries, North America, Asia, and Other, of which the majority of its revenue comes from the United Kingdom.
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