MSC (Studio City International Holdings) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.16 (As of Aug. 19, 2026) — 47% Below Median

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MSC Studio City International Holdings Ltd MSC
51 GF Score
Price $1.83
GF Value $5.19
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Studio City International Holdings Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Studio City International Holdings MSC +0.55% 51 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.16 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 0.30. GuruFocus rates MSC with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.19 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 635 Travel & Leisure companies, Studio City International Holdings ranks better than 93.54% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-19), Studio City International Holdings's current share price is $1.83. Studio City International Holdings's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was $11.45. Studio City International Holdings's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 0.16.

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

MSC' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.16   Med: 0.3   Max: 0.43
Current: 0.16

During the past 11 years, Studio City International Holdings's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 0.43. The lowest was 0.16. And the median was 0.30.

MSC's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than
93.54% of 635 companies
in the Travel & Leisure industry
Industry Median: 1.18 vs MSC: 0.16

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.

Studio City International Holdings's adjusted book value per share data of for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was $2.977. 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 $11.45 for the trailing ten years ended in Dec25.

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Studio City International Holdings  (NYSE:MSC) 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.


Studio City International Holdings Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Studio City International Holdings Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Studio City International Holdings'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.

Studio City International Holdings Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Studio City International Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Studio City International Holdings Quarterly Data
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MSC vs FLL, CPHC, BALY: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Resorts & Casinos subindustry, Studio City International Holdings'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.


Studio City International Holdings Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Studio City International Holdings's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Studio City International Holdings's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.


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Studio City International Holdings 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.

Studio City International Holdings's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=1.83/11.45
=0.16

* 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.

Studio City International Holdings's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 is calculated as:

For example, Studio City International Holdings'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)
=2.977/120.7036*120.7036
=2.977

Current CPI (Dec25) = 120.7036.

Studio City International Holdings Annual Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201612 14.543 103.225 17.006
201712 13.182 104.984 15.156
201812 18.136 107.622 20.340
201912 19.166 110.700 20.898
202012 13.692 109.711 15.064
202112 10.198 112.349 10.956
202212 4.549 114.548 4.793
202312 3.785 117.296 3.895
202412 3.357 118.945 3.407
202512 2.977 120.704 2.977

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 0.16 mean?
Studio City International Holdings (MSC) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.16 as of Aug. 19, 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 Studio City International Holdings and its competitors. This is 47% below median its historical median of 0.30. Over the past decade, Studio City International Holdings' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.16 to 0.43. According to the industry distribution chart, Studio City International Holdings ranks #41 out of 635 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 6.5%.
Is Studio City International Holdings' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Studio City International Holdings' current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.16 is 47% below median its 10-year median of 0.30. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.16 to a high of 0.43. The Travel & Leisure industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.18. Studio City International Holdings' value of 0.16 is 86.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Studio City International Holdings ranks #41 out of 635 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Studio City International Holdings has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Studio City International Holdings' Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to FLL and CPHC?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Studio City International Holdings ranks #41 out of 635 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Studio City International Holdings in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.18. Studio City International Holdings' value of 0.16 is 86.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Studio City International Holdings' own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.16 to 0.43 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.30 vs. the industry median of 1.18, Studio City International Holdings 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 Travel & Leisure company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Travel & Leisure companies is 1.18, based on 635 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. Studio City International Holdings's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.16 is 86.4% 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 Studio City International Holdings and its competitors. For the Travel & Leisure industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Studio City International Holdings's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.16, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 0.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Studio City International Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Studio City International Holdings (MSC) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.19, compared to a current price of $1.83 — trading 64.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.16, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 0.30 and 86.4% below the Travel & Leisure industry median of 1.18. Studio City International Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 5 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 Studio City International Holdings (MSC), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.16 as of Aug. 19, 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 Studio City International Holdings (MSC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Studio City International Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $1.83 is trading 64.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $5.19. GuruFocus considers Studio City International Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MSC:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.16 (47% below median its 10-year median of 0.30)
  • GF Value™: $5.19 vs. price of $1.83 (64.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 86.4% below the Travel & Leisure median (#41 of 635)

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


Studio City International Holdings Business Description

Address 60 Wyndham Street, 38th Floor, The Centrium, Central, Hong Kong, HKG
Studio City International Holdings Ltd is a gaming, retail, and entertainment resort located in Cotai, Macau. It operates Studio City Casino with around 250 mass-market gaming tables; including tables for VIP rolling chip operations, and 552 gaming machines. Studio City features luxury hotel rooms, diverse food and beverage establishments, and complementary retail space. In addition, the company offers non-gaming attractions, including the world's first figure-8 Ferris wheel, a deluxe nightclub and karaoke venue, a live performance arena, an outdoor and an indoor water park. Geographically, the company derives the majority of its revenue from the Macau region.
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