The Campbell's Co (MEX:CPB) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 2.08 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 73% Below Median

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MEX:CPB The Campbell's Co MEX:CPB
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Price MXN385.25
GF Value MXN707.54
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is The Campbell's Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

The Campbell's Co MEX:CPB -2.47% 61 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.08 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 73% below its 10-year median of 7.65. GuruFocus rates MEX:CPB with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN707.54 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,442 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, The Campbell's Co ranks worse than 66.57% on this metric.

As of today (2026-07-16), The Campbell's Co's current share price is MXN385.25. The Campbell's Co's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was MXN185.36. The Campbell's Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 2.08.

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

MEX:CPB' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.88   Med: 7.65   Max: 15.27
Current: 2.05

During the past years, The Campbell's Co's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 15.27. The lowest was 1.88. And the median was 7.65.

MEX:CPB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
66.57% of 1442 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 1.25 vs MEX:CPB: 2.05

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.

The Campbell's Co's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was MXN236.645. 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 MXN185.36 for the trailing ten years ended in Apr. 2026.

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The Campbell's Co  (MEX:CPB) 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.


The Campbell's Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


The Campbell's Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for The Campbell's Co'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.

The Campbell's Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

The Campbell's Co Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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The Campbell's Co Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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 3.79 3.24 2.99 2.72 1.95

MEX:CPB vs PPC, CAG, LW: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, The Campbell's Co'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.


The Campbell's Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

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

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


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The Campbell's Co 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.

The Campbell's Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=385.25/185.36
=2.08

* 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.

The Campbell's Co's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, The Campbell's Co's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Apr. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Apr. 2026)
=236.645/333.0200*333.0200
=236.645

Current CPI (Apr. 2026) = 333.0200.

The Campbell's Co Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201607 92.891 240.628 128.558
201610 97.255 241.729 133.984
201701 100.420 242.839 137.712
201704 92.241 244.524 125.624
201707 97.127 244.786 132.137
201710 106.830 246.663 144.231
201801 120.143 247.867 161.417
201804 87.559 250.546 116.381
201807 84.278 252.006 111.371
201810 94.613 252.885 124.594
201901 80.324 251.712 106.270
201904 77.493 255.548 100.986
201907 69.599 256.571 90.337
201910 78.664 257.346 101.796
202001 155.999 257.971 201.382
202004 204.457 256.389 265.566
202007 188.627 259.101 242.440
202010 194.433 260.388 248.668
202101 195.330 261.582 248.675
202104 199.227 267.054 248.439
202107 207.134 273.003 252.670
202110 220.141 276.589 265.055
202201 228.920 281.148 271.156
202204 230.260 289.109 265.233
202207 226.853 296.276 254.987
202210 230.144 298.012 257.179
202301 226.268 299.170 251.869
202304 216.454 303.363 237.615
202307 205.388 305.691 223.750
202310 227.480 307.671 246.222
202401 221.775 308.417 239.466
202404 223.990 313.548 237.900
202407 236.336 314.540 250.221
202410 258.165 315.664 272.360
202501 270.570 317.671 283.643
202504 254.270 320.795 263.960
202507 246.020 323.048 253.614
202510 246.276 0.000
202601 233.063 325.252 238.629
202604 236.645 333.020 236.645

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 2.08 mean?
The Campbell's Co (MEX:CPB) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.08 as of Jul. 16, 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 The Campbell's Co and its competitors. This is 73% below median its historical median of 7.65. Over the past decade, The Campbell's Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.88 to 15.27. According to the industry distribution chart, The Campbell's Co ranks #960 out of 1442 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 66.6%.
Is The Campbell's Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
The Campbell's Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.08 is 73% below median its 10-year median of 7.65. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.88 to a high of 15.27. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.25. The Campbell's Co's value of 2.08 is 66.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Campbell's Co ranks #960 out of 1442 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, The Campbell's Co has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Campbell's Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to PPC and CAG?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, The Campbell's Co ranks #960 out of 1442 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places The Campbell's Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.25. The Campbell's Co's value of 2.08 is 66.4% above this benchmark. Historically, The Campbell's Co's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.88 to 15.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.65 vs. the industry median of 1.25, The Campbell's Co 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 1.25, based on 1,442 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. The Campbell's Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.08 is 66.4% 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 The Campbell's Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Campbell's Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.08, which is 73% below median its own 10-year median of 7.65. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Campbell's Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Campbell's Co (MEX:CPB) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN707.54, compared to a current price of MXN385.25 — trading 45.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.08, which is 73% below median its 10-year median of 7.65 and 66.4% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 1.25. The Campbell's Co's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 7 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 The Campbell's Co (MEX:CPB), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.08 as of Jul. 16, 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 The Campbell's Co (MEX:CPB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Campbell's Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN385.25 is trading 45.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN707.54. GuruFocus considers The Campbell's Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MEX:CPB:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 2.08 (73% below median its 10-year median of 7.65)
  • GF Value™: MXN707.54 vs. price of MXN385.25 (45.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.4% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#960 of 1442)

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


The Campbell's Co Business Description

Address 1 Campbell Place, Camden, NJ, USA, 08103-1799
Over the past 150-plus years, Campbell's has evolved into a leading domestic packaged food manufacturer, with a portfolio that extends beyond its iconic red-and-white labeled canned soup. In fiscal 2025 (July year-end), snacks accounted for 43% of its revenue, followed by soup (27%), other simple meals (23%), and beverages (7%). Beyond its namesake, its brands include Pepperidge Farm, Goldfish, Snyder's of Hanover, Swanson, Pacific Foods, Prego, Pace, V8, and, most recently, Rao's (a deal that closed in 2024). Around 90% of its revenue results from the US and the remainder from Canada and Latin America.
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