Water Intelligence (LSE:WATR) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 1.56 (As of Jul. 25, 2026) — 55% Below Median

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LSE:WATR Water Intelligence PLC LSE:WATR
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What is Water Intelligence Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Water Intelligence LSE:WATR 80 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.56 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 55% below its 10-year median of 3.43. GuruFocus rates LSE:WATR with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of £4.37 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 729 Business Services companies, Water Intelligence ranks worse than 50.07% on this metric.

As of today (2026-07-25), Water Intelligence's current share price is £3.00. Water Intelligence's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was £1.92. Water Intelligence's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 1.56.

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

LSE:WATR' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.11   Med: 3.43   Max: 28.78
Current: 1.56

During the past 13 years, Water Intelligence's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 28.78. The lowest was 0.11. And the median was 3.43.

LSE:WATR's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
50.07% of 729 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 1.56 vs LSE:WATR: 1.56

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.

Water Intelligence's adjusted book value per share data of for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was £3.013. 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 £1.92 for the trailing ten years ended in Dec25.

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Water Intelligence  (LSE:WATR) 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.


Water Intelligence Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Water Intelligence Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Water Intelligence'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.

Water Intelligence Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Water Intelligence Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Water Intelligence 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 3.17 0.00 2.59 0.00 1.49

LSE:WATR vs CTAS, CPRT, ULS: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Water Intelligence'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.


Water Intelligence Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Business Services Industry

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

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


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Water Intelligence 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.

Water Intelligence's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=3.00/1.92
=1.56

* 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.

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

For example, Water Intelligence'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)
=3.013/139.9000*139.9000
=3.013

Current CPI (Dec25) = 139.9000.

Water Intelligence Annual Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201612 0.360 102.200 0.493
201712 0.388 105.000 0.517
201812 0.738 107.100 0.964
201912 0.909 108.500 1.172
202012 1.110 109.400 1.419
202112 2.241 114.700 2.733
202212 2.583 125.300 2.884
202312 2.718 130.500 2.914
202412 2.959 135.100 3.064
202512 3.013 139.900 3.013

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 1.56 mean?
Water Intelligence (LSE:WATR) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.56 as of Jul. 25, 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 Water Intelligence and its competitors. This is 55% below median its historical median of 3.43. Over the past decade, Water Intelligence's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.11 to 28.78. According to the industry distribution chart, Water Intelligence ranks #365 out of 729 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 50.1%.
Is Water Intelligence's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Water Intelligence's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.56 is 55% below median its 10-year median of 3.43. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.11 to a high of 28.78. The Business Services industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.56. Water Intelligence's value of 1.56 is 0% at this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Water Intelligence ranks #365 out of 729 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Water Intelligence has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Water Intelligence's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Water Intelligence ranks #365 out of 729 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Water Intelligence in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.56. Water Intelligence's value of 1.56 is 0% at this benchmark. Historically, Water Intelligence's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.11 to 28.78 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.43 vs. the industry median of 1.56, Water Intelligence has consistently been at 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 729 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. Water Intelligence's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.56 is 0% at 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 Water Intelligence 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. Water Intelligence's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.56, which is 55% below median its own 10-year median of 3.43. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Water Intelligence stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Water Intelligence (LSE:WATR) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £4.37, compared to a current price of £3.00 — trading 31.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.56, which is 55% below median its 10-year median of 3.43 and 0% at the Business Services industry median of 1.56. Water Intelligence's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 10 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 Water Intelligence (LSE:WATR), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.56 as of Jul. 25, 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 Water Intelligence (LSE:WATR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Water Intelligence stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £3.00 is trading 31.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of £4.37. GuruFocus considers Water Intelligence to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:WATR:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 1.56 (55% below median its 10-year median of 3.43)
  • GF Value™: £4.37 vs. price of £3.00 (31.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 10 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 0% at the Business Services median (#365 of 729)

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


Water Intelligence Business Description

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Water Intelligence PLC provides leak detection and remediation services based in the United Kingdom. The company along with its subsidiaries offers a range of solutions and products for residential, commercial, and municipal customers. It generates revenue from Franchise royalty income, as well as franchise-related activities including product and equipment sales, business-to-business sales, and franchise sales. Additionally, it generates revenue from United States corporate-operated locations and International corporate-operated locations.
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