HKFoods (LTS:0ISM) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.43 (As of Aug. 22, 2026) — 16% Above Median

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LTS:0ISM HKFoods PLC LTS:0ISM
61 GF Score
Price €1.61
GF Value €1.31
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is HKFoods Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

HKFoods LTS:0ISM +1.32% 61 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.43 as of Aug. 22, 2026, which is 16% above its 10-year median of 0.37. GuruFocus rates LTS:0ISM with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of €1.31 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,352 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, HKFoods ranks better than 85.87% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-22), HKFoods's current share price is €1.61. HKFoods's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €3.75. HKFoods's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 0.43.

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

LTS:0ISM' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.14   Med: 0.37   Max: 0.58
Current: 0.43

During the past years, HKFoods's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 0.58. The lowest was 0.14. And the median was 0.37.

LTS:0ISM's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than
85.87% of 1352 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 1.26 vs LTS:0ISM: 0.43

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.

HKFoods's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was €1.778. 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 €3.75 for the trailing ten years ended in Jun. 2026.

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HKFoods  (LTS:0ISM) 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.


HKFoods Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


HKFoods Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HKFoods'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.

HKFoods Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

HKFoods Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.37 0.20 0.19 0.19 0.39

HKFoods Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 0.38 0.38 0.39 0.47 0.43

LTS:0ISM vs KHC, GIS, HRL: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, HKFoods'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.


HKFoods Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, HKFoods's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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HKFoods 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.

HKFoods's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=1.61/3.75
=0.43

* 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.

HKFoods's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, HKFoods's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Jun. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Jun. 2026)
=1.778/125.0800*125.0800
=1.778

Current CPI (Jun. 2026) = 125.0800.

HKFoods Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201609 4.058 100.540 5.048
201612 3.847 101.020 4.763
201703 3.768 100.910 4.671
201706 3.566 101.140 4.410
201709 3.535 101.320 4.364
201712 6.231 101.510 7.678
201803 5.844 101.730 7.185
201806 5.458 102.320 6.672
201809 6.037 102.600 7.360
201812 5.728 102.710 6.976
201903 5.345 102.870 6.499
201906 3.339 103.360 4.041
201909 3.299 103.540 3.985
201912 3.176 103.650 3.833
202003 2.995 103.490 3.620
202006 3.027 103.320 3.665
202009 3.039 103.710 3.665
202012 3.185 103.890 3.835
202103 3.109 104.870 3.708
202106 3.105 105.360 3.686
202109 3.134 106.290 3.688
202112 3.175 107.490 3.695
202203 3.068 110.950 3.459
202206 3.023 113.570 3.329
202209 3.010 114.920 3.276
202212 2.681 117.320 2.858
202303 2.469 119.750 2.579
202306 2.431 120.690 2.519
202309 2.436 121.280 2.512
202312 2.166 121.540 2.229
202403 2.168 122.360 2.216
202406 2.160 122.230 2.210
202409 2.171 122.260 2.221
202412 2.079 122.390 2.125
202503 2.084 123.010 2.119
202506 1.966 122.530 2.007
202509 1.849 122.880 1.882
202512 1.814 122.670 1.850
202603 1.843 124.670 1.849
202606 1.778 125.080 1.778

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 0.43 mean?
HKFoods (LTS:0ISM) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.43 as of Aug. 22, 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 HKFoods and its competitors. This is 16% above median its historical median of 0.37. Over the past decade, HKFoods' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.14 to 0.58. According to the industry distribution chart, HKFoods ranks #191 out of 1352 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 14.1%.
Is HKFoods' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
HKFoods' current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.43 is 16% above median its 10-year median of 0.37. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.14 to a high of 0.58. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.26. HKFoods' value of 0.43 is 65.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HKFoods ranks #191 out of 1352 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, HKFoods has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HKFoods' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, HKFoods ranks #191 out of 1352 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places HKFoods in the top 14% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.26. HKFoods' value of 0.43 is 65.9% below this benchmark. Historically, HKFoods' own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.14 to 0.58 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.37 vs. the industry median of 1.26, HKFoods 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 1.26, based on 1,352 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. HKFoods's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.43 is 65.9% 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 HKFoods and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HKFoods's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.43, which is 16% above median its own 10-year median of 0.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HKFoods stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HKFoods (LTS:0ISM) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €1.31, compared to a current price of €1.61 — trading 22.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.43, which is 16% above median its 10-year median of 0.37 and 65.9% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 1.26. HKFoods' overall GF Score™ is 61/100 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 HKFoods (LTS:0ISM), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.43 as of Aug. 22, 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 HKFoods (LTS:0ISM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HKFoods stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €1.61 is trading 22.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €1.31. GuruFocus considers HKFoods to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0ISM:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.43 (16% above median its 10-year median of 0.37)
  • GF Value™: €1.31 vs. price of €1.61 (22.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 65.9% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#191 of 1352)

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0ISM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


HKFoods Business Description

Other Exchanges HKFOODS:Finland
Address Lemminkaisenkatu 48, P.O. Box 50, Turku, FIN, 20520
HKFoods PLC is a Nordic food company. It sells and markets pork, beef, poultry, meat products, ready meals, and meal components. The company generates maximum revenue from its Finnish operations.
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