QXO (QXO) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.44 (As of Aug. 04, 2026) — 85% Below Median

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QXO QXO Inc QXO
69 GF Score
Price $14.09
GF Value $17.50
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is QXO Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

QXO QXO +5.94% 69 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.44 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 85% below its 10-year median of 2.88. GuruFocus rates QXO with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.50 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 126 Industrial Distribution companies, QXO ranks better than 82.54% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-04), QXO's current share price is $14.09. QXO's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $31.93. QXO's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 0.44.

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

QXO' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.39   Med: 2.88   Max: 20.95
Current: 0.44

During the past years, QXO's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 20.95. The lowest was 0.39. And the median was 2.88.

QXO's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than
82.54% of 126 companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 1.33 vs QXO: 0.44

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.

QXO's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $12.814. 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 $31.93 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

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QXO  (NYSE:QXO) 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.


QXO Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


QXO Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for QXO'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.

QXO Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

QXO Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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QXO Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 0.46 0.71 0.62 0.62 0.61

QXO vs WSO, AIT, WCC: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, QXO'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.


QXO Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, QXO's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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QXO 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.

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

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=14.09/31.93
=0.44

* 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.

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

For example, QXO'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)
=12.814/330.2130*330.2130
=12.814

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 330.2130.

QXO Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201606 0.439 241.018 0.601
201609 1.064 241.428 1.455
201612 1.110 241.432 1.518
201703 1.139 243.801 1.543
201706 9.182 244.955 12.378
201709 9.763 246.819 13.062
201712 7.535 246.524 10.093
201803 7.707 249.554 10.198
201806 7.750 251.989 10.156
201809 8.064 252.439 10.548
201812 7.698 251.233 10.118
201903 7.881 254.202 10.238
201906 7.881 256.143 10.160
201909 21.510 256.759 27.664
201912 15.799 256.974 20.302
202003 15.286 258.115 19.556
202006 15.352 257.797 19.664
202009 15.455 260.280 19.608
202012 12.931 260.474 16.393
202103 18.466 264.877 23.021
202106 19.641 271.696 23.871
202109 14.632 274.310 17.614
202112 14.575 278.802 17.263
202203 14.583 287.504 16.749
202206 14.517 296.311 16.178
202209 14.841 296.808 16.511
202212 14.539 296.797 16.176
202303 15.024 301.836 16.436
202306 15.548 305.109 16.827
202309 10.735 307.789 11.517
202312 11.252 306.746 12.113
202403 11.462 312.332 12.118
202406 711.673 314.175 748.002
202409 11.101 315.301 11.626
202412 11.124 315.605 11.639
202503 11.139 319.799 11.502
202506 13.190 322.561 13.503
202509 12.999 324.800 13.216
202512 12.824 324.054 13.068
202603 12.814 330.213 12.814

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 0.44 mean?
QXO (QXO) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.44 as of Aug. 04, 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 QXO and its competitors. This is 85% below median its historical median of 2.88. Over the past decade, QXO's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.39 to 20.95. According to the industry distribution chart, QXO ranks #22 out of 126 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 17.5%.
Is QXO's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
QXO's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.44 is 85% below median its 10-year median of 2.88. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.39 to a high of 20.95. The Industrial Distribution industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.33. QXO's value of 0.44 is 66.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, QXO ranks #22 out of 126 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, QXO has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does QXO's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to WSO and AIT?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, QXO ranks #22 out of 126 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places QXO in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.33. QXO's value of 0.44 is 66.9% below this benchmark. Historically, QXO's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.39 to 20.95 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.88 vs. the industry median of 1.33, QXO 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 Industrial Distribution company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Industrial Distribution companies is 1.33, based on 126 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. QXO's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.44 is 66.9% 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 QXO and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. QXO's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.44, which is 85% below median its own 10-year median of 2.88. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is QXO stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QXO (QXO) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.50, compared to a current price of $14.09 — trading 19.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.44, which is 85% below median its 10-year median of 2.88 and 66.9% below the Industrial Distribution industry median of 1.33. QXO's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 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 QXO (QXO), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.44 as of Aug. 04, 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 QXO (QXO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QXO stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $14.09 is trading 19.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $17.50. GuruFocus considers QXO to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for QXO:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.44 (85% below median its 10-year median of 2.88)
  • GF Value™: $17.50 vs. price of $14.09 (19.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.9% below the Industrial Distribution median (#22 of 126)

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


QXO Business Description

Address Five American Lane, Greenwich, CT, USA, 06831
QXO Inc is a publicly traded distributor of building products in North America. The company is executing its plan to become the tech-enabled leader in the around $800 billion building products distribution industry and generate outsized value for its shareholders. The group expects to achieve its target of nearly $50 billion in annual revenues within the next decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth.
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