OSK (Oshkosh) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 2.81 (As of Aug. 07, 2026) — Near Median

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OSK Oshkosh Corp OSK
90 GF Score
Price $153.44
GF Value $127.60
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Oshkosh Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Oshkosh OSK +0.41% 90 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.81 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 1% above its 10-year median of 2.79. GuruFocus rates OSK with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of $127.60 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 165 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, Oshkosh ranks worse than 72.12% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-07), Oshkosh's current share price is $153.44. Oshkosh's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $54.59. Oshkosh's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 2.81.

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

OSK' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.73   Med: 2.79   Max: 4.47
Current: 2.81

During the past years, Oshkosh's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 4.47. The lowest was 1.73. And the median was 2.79.

OSK's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
72.12% of 165 companies
in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry
Industry Median: 1.51 vs OSK: 2.81

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.

Oshkosh's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was $73.208. 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 $54.59 for the trailing ten years ended in Jun. 2026.

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Oshkosh  (NYSE:OSK) 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.


Oshkosh Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Oshkosh Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Oshkosh'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.

Oshkosh Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Oshkosh Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Oshkosh 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 2.31 2.58 2.45 2.77 2.81

OSK vs AGCO, TEX, FSS: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, Oshkosh'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.


Oshkosh Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, Oshkosh's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Oshkosh 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.

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

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=153.44/54.59
=2.81

* 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.

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

For example, Oshkosh'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)
=73.208/333.9520*333.9520
=73.208

Current CPI (Jun. 2026) = 333.9520.

Oshkosh Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201609 26.736 241.428 36.982
201612 26.557 241.432 36.734
201703 27.185 243.801 37.237
201706 29.124 244.955 39.705
201709 30.760 246.819 41.619
201712 30.733 246.524 41.632
201803 31.787 249.554 42.537
201806 32.972 251.989 43.697
201809 34.731 252.439 45.946
201812 34.433 251.233 45.770
201903 35.762 254.202 46.982
201906 37.752 256.143 49.220
201909 38.240 256.759 49.737
201912 39.279 256.974 51.045
202003 39.503 258.115 51.109
202006 40.656 257.797 52.666
202009 41.829 260.280 53.669
202012 42.909 260.474 55.013
202103 43.987 264.877 55.458
202106 46.944 271.696 57.701
202109 49.369 274.310 60.103
202112 46.046 278.802 55.154
202203 44.902 287.504 52.156
202206 44.014 296.311 49.605
202209 44.224 296.808 49.758
202212 48.657 296.797 54.748
202303 49.667 301.836 54.952
202306 52.020 305.109 56.938
202309 54.194 307.789 58.801
202312 56.592 306.746 61.611
202403 58.434 312.332 62.479
202406 60.240 314.175 64.032
202409 63.047 315.301 66.776
202412 64.272 315.605 68.008
202503 65.662 319.799 68.568
202506 69.502 322.561 71.956
202509 71.476 324.800 73.490
202512 72.385 324.054 74.596
202603 71.454 330.213 72.263
202606 73.208 333.952 73.208

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 2.81 mean?
Oshkosh (OSK) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.81 as of Aug. 07, 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 Oshkosh and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 2.79. Over the past decade, Oshkosh's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.73 to 4.47. According to the industry distribution chart, Oshkosh ranks #119 out of 165 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, placing it in the top 72.1%.
Is Oshkosh's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Oshkosh's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.81 is near median its 10-year median of 2.79. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.73 to a high of 4.47. The Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.51. Oshkosh's value of 2.81 is 86.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Oshkosh ranks #119 out of 165 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Oshkosh has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Oshkosh's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to AGCO and TEX?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, Oshkosh ranks #119 out of 165 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Oshkosh in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.51. Oshkosh's value of 2.81 is 86.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Oshkosh's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 1.73 to 4.47 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.79 vs. the industry median of 1.51, Oshkosh 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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies is 1.51, based on 165 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. Oshkosh's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 2.81 is 86.1% 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 Oshkosh and its competitors. For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Oshkosh's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.81, which is near median its own 10-year median of 2.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Oshkosh stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Oshkosh (OSK) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $127.60, compared to a current price of $153.44 — trading 20.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.81, which is near median its 10-year median of 2.79 and 86.1% above the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry median of 1.51. Oshkosh's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 with 6 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 Oshkosh (OSK), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.81 as of Aug. 07, 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 Oshkosh (OSK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Oshkosh stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $153.44 is trading 20.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $127.60. GuruFocus considers Oshkosh to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for OSK:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 2.81 (near median its 10-year median of 2.79)
  • GF Value™: $127.60 vs. price of $153.44 (20.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 86.1% above the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery median (#119 of 165)

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


Oshkosh Business Description

Other Exchanges 0KDI:UKOK3:Germany
Address 1917 Four Wheel Drive, Oshkosh, WI, USA, 54902
Oshkosh is a leading maker of access equipment, specialty vehicles, and military trucks. It serves diverse end markets, including postal, firefighting, refuse/recycling collection, aviation, and construction. It is typically the market share leader or No. 2 player in North America, or even the global leader in the case of its JLG aerial work platform business. The transport segment is a leading provider of light trucks to the military and vehicles to the Postal Service. The vocational segment, featuring brands such as Pierce, AeroTech, and Volterra, offers purpose-built vehicles and equipment to municipalities. The company reports three segments—Access equipment (45% of revenue), Vocational (35%), and Transport (20%) on 2025 revenue of $10.4 billion.
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