M3 (MTHRF) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 4.33 (As of Aug. 12, 2026) — 86% Below Median

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MTHRF M3 Inc MTHRF
82 GF Score
Price $10.17
GF Value $16.90
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is M3 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

M3 MTHRF 82 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 4.33 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 86% below its 10-year median of 30.24. GuruFocus rates MTHRF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $16.90 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 350 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, M3 ranks worse than 80.86% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-12), M3's current share price is $10.17. M3's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $2.35. M3's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 4.33.

The historical rank and industry rank for M3's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

MTHRF' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.96   Med: 30.24   Max: 102.82
Current: 4.49

During the past years, M3's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 102.82. The lowest was 3.96. And the median was 30.24.

MTHRF's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
80.86% of 350 companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 1.855 vs MTHRF: 4.49

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.

M3's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $3.854. 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 $2.35 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

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M3  (OTCPK:MTHRF) 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.


M3 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


M3 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for M3'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.

M3 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

M3 Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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M3 Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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MTHRF vs VEEV, BTSG, HQY: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Health Information Services subindustry, M3'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.


M3 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry

For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, M3's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where M3's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.


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M3 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.

M3's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=10.17/2.35
=4.33

* 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.

M3's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, M3's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Mar. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Mar. 2026)
=3.854/112.7000*112.7000
=3.854

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 112.7000.

M3 Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201606 0.791 98.100 0.909
201609 0.861 98.000 0.990
201612 0.841 98.400 0.963
201703 0.917 98.100 1.053
201706 0.947 98.500 1.084
201709 1.005 98.800 1.146
201712 1.073 99.400 1.217
201803 1.201 99.200 1.364
201806 1.174 99.200 1.334
201809 1.215 99.900 1.371
201812 1.286 99.700 1.454
201903 1.371 99.700 1.550
201906 2.022 99.800 2.283
201909 2.094 100.100 2.358
201912 2.169 100.500 2.432
202003 2.274 100.300 2.555
202006 2.284 99.900 2.577
202009 2.446 99.900 2.759
202012 2.641 99.300 2.997
202103 2.708 99.900 3.055
202106 2.759 99.500 3.125
202109 3.095 100.100 3.485
202112 3.192 100.100 3.594
202203 3.203 101.100 3.571
202206 2.955 101.800 3.271
202209 2.924 103.100 3.196
202212 3.174 104.100 3.436
202303 3.335 104.400 3.600
202306 3.301 105.200 3.536
202309 3.304 106.200 3.506
202312 3.448 106.800 3.638
202403 3.459 107.200 3.636
202406 0.000 108.200 0.000
202409 3.601 108.900 3.727
202412 3.621 110.700 3.686
202503 3.739 111.100 3.793
202506 3.818 111.700 3.852
202509 3.864 112.000 3.888
202512 3.947 113.000 3.937
202603 3.854 112.700 3.854

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 4.33 mean?
M3 (MTHRF) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 4.33 as of Aug. 12, 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 M3 and its competitors. This is 86% below median its historical median of 30.24. Over the past decade, M3's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 3.96 to 102.82. According to the industry distribution chart, M3 ranks #283 out of 350 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 80.9%.
Is M3's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
M3's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 4.33 is 86% below median its 10-year median of 30.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.96 to a high of 102.82. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.86. M3's value of 4.33 is 133.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, M3 ranks #283 out of 350 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, M3 has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does M3's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to VEEV and BTSG?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, M3 ranks #283 out of 350 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places M3 in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.86. M3's value of 4.33 is 133.4% above this benchmark. Historically, M3's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 3.96 to 102.82 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 30.24 vs. the industry median of 1.86, M3 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 1.86, based on 350 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. M3's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 4.33 is 133.4% 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 M3 and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. M3's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 4.33, which is 86% below median its own 10-year median of 30.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is M3 stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, M3 (MTHRF) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $16.90, compared to a current price of $10.17 — trading 39.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 4.33, which is 86% below median its 10-year median of 30.24 and 133.4% above the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 1.86. M3's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 3 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 M3 (MTHRF), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 4.33 as of Aug. 12, 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 M3 (MTHRF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, M3 stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $10.17 is trading 39.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $16.90. GuruFocus considers M3 to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MTHRF:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 4.33 (86% below median its 10-year median of 30.24)
  • GF Value™: $16.90 vs. price of $10.17 (39.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 133.4% above the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#283 of 350)

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


M3 Business Description

Address 1-11-44 Akasaka, Akasaka Intercity, 10th Floor, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 107-0052
M3 Inc is a Japan-based company engaged in providing medical-related services through internet-based platforms and real-world operations. The company operates six reportable segments: Medical Platform, Evidence Solutions, Career Solutions, Site Solutions, Patient Solutions, and Overseas. Its businesses include online marketing for medical professionals, clinical trial support, human resources services for medical professionals, operational support for medical institutions, and patient support services. The Overseas segment offers similar services internationally, including in the United States, the United Kingdom, China, South Korea, India, France, Germany, and Spain.
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