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Manila Water CoPHS:MWC +4.19%87 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.23 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 18% above its 10-year median of 1.04. GuruFocus rates PHS:MWC with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱35.87 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 428 Utilities - Regulated companies, Manila Water Co ranks better than 59.81% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Manila Water Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
PHS:MWC'
s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.47 Med: 1.04 Max: 2.24
Current: 1.23
During the past years, Manila Water Co's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 2.24. The lowest was 0.47. And the median was 1.04.
PHS:MWC's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than 59.81% of 428
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 1.525
vs PHS:MWC: 1.23
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.
Manila Water Co's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was ₱31.900. 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 ₱28.33 for the trailing ten years ended in Jun. 2026.
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Manila Water Co (PHS:MWC) 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.
Manila Water Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms
Manila Water Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Manila Water 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.
Manila Water Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart
PHS:MWC vs AWK, WTRG, AWR: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison
For the Utilities - Regulated Water subindustry, Manila Water 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.
Manila Water Co Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Manila Water Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Manila Water Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.
Manila Water 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.
Manila Water Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as
* 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.
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 1.23 mean?
Manila Water Co (PHS:MWC) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.23 as of Aug. 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 Manila Water Co and its competitors. This is 18% above median its historical median of 1.04. Over the past decade, Manila Water Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.47 to 2.24. According to the industry distribution chart, Manila Water Co ranks #172 out of 428 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 40.2%.
Is Manila Water Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Manila Water Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.23 is 18% above median its 10-year median of 1.04. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.47 to a high of 2.24. The Utilities - Regulated industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.53. Manila Water Co's value of 1.23 is 19.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Manila Water Co ranks #172 out of 428 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Manila Water Co has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Manila Water Co's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to AWK and WTRG?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Manila Water Co ranks #172 out of 428 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This puts Manila Water Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.53. Manila Water Co's value of 1.23 is 19.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Manila Water Co's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.47 to 2.24 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.04 vs. the industry median of 1.53, Manila Water Co 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 an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Utilities - Regulated companies is 1.53, based on 428 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. Manila Water Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 1.23 is 19.3% 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 Manila Water Co and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Manila Water Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.23, which is 18% above median its own 10-year median of 1.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Manila Water Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Water Co (PHS:MWC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱35.87, compared to a current price of ₱34.80 — trading 3% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.23, which is 18% above median its 10-year median of 1.04 and 19.3% below the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 1.53. Manila Water Co's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 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 Manila Water Co (PHS:MWC), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.23 as of Aug. 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 Manila Water Co (PHS:MWC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Water Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₱34.80 is trading 3% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₱35.87.
GuruFocus considers Manila Water Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for PHS:MWC:
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 1.23 (18% above median its 10-year median of 1.04)
GF Value™: ₱35.87 vs. price of ₱34.80 (3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 19.3% below the Utilities - Regulated median (#172 of 428)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PHS:MWC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Manila Water Co Inc holds the exclusive right to provide water and used water services in the East Zone of Metro Manila under a concession agreement with the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System. The company delivers water treatment, distribution, sewerage, and sanitation services to a large population across residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its service area covers several cities and municipalities in Metro Manila and nearby parts of Rizal, including urban centers such as Makati, Pasig, Quezon City, Taguig, and Marikina, along with surrounding towns.
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