National Co for Learning and Education (SAU:4291) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 8.05 (As of Sep. 12, 2026) — Near Median

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SAU:4291 National Co for Learning and Education SAU:4291
94 GF Score
Price ﷼138.50
GF Value ﷼207.22
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is National Co for Learning and Education Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

National Co for Learning and Education SAU:4291 +0.29% 94 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.05 as of Sep. 12, 2026, which is 6% above its 10-year median of 7.63. GuruFocus rates SAU:4291 with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of ﷼207.22 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 149 Education companies, National Co for Learning and Education ranks worse than 95.3% on this metric.

As of today (2026-09-12), National Co for Learning and Education's current share price is ﷼138.50. National Co for Learning and Education's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was ﷼17.21. National Co for Learning and Education's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 8.05.

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

SAU:4291' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.74   Med: 7.63   Max: 8.44
Current: 8.05

During the past years, National Co for Learning and Education's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 8.44. The lowest was 6.74. And the median was 7.63.

SAU:4291's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
95.3% of 149 companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 1.11 vs SAU:4291: 8.05

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.

National Co for Learning and Education's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was ﷼21.423. 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 ﷼17.21 for the trailing ten years ended in Apr. 2026.

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National Co for Learning and Education  (SAU:4291) 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.


National Co for Learning and Education Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


National Co for Learning and Education Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for National Co for Learning and Education's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio can be seen below:

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* 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.

National Co for Learning and Education Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

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SAU:4291 vs EDU, TAL, LAUR: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, National Co for Learning and Education'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.


National Co for Learning and Education Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, National Co for Learning and Education's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where National Co for Learning and Education's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.


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National Co for Learning and Education 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.

National Co for Learning and Education's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=138.50/17.21
=8.05

* 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.

National Co for Learning and Education's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, National Co for Learning and Education's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Apr. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Apr. 2026)
=21.423/333.0200*333.0200
=21.423

Current CPI (Apr. 2026) = 333.0200.

National Co for Learning and Education Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201408 1.899 237.852 2.659
201508 15.026 238.316 20.997
201608 9.926 240.849 13.725
201611 0.000 241.353 0.000
201705 0.000 244.733 0.000
201708 11.303 245.519 15.331
201711 11.633 246.669 15.705
201802 0.000 248.991 0.000
201805 11.651 251.588 15.422
201808 11.425 252.146 15.089
201811 13.503 252.038 17.842
201902 13.445 252.776 17.713
201905 3.351 256.092 4.358
201908 14.082 256.558 18.279
201911 14.438 257.208 18.694
202002 13.827 258.678 17.801
202005 14.133 256.394 18.357
202008 14.531 259.918 18.618
202011 14.590 260.229 18.671
202102 13.893 263.014 17.591
202105 14.136 269.195 17.488
202108 14.302 273.567 17.410
202111 14.679 277.948 17.587
202202 14.304 283.716 16.790
202205 14.783 292.296 16.843
202208 15.129 296.171 17.011
202211 15.786 297.711 17.658
202302 15.216 300.840 16.844
202305 15.847 304.127 17.353
202308 16.389 307.026 17.777
202311 17.111 307.051 18.558
202402 16.281 310.326 17.472
202405 17.099 314.069 18.131
202410 19.347 315.664 20.411
202501 18.170 317.671 19.048
202504 19.135 320.795 19.864
202507 20.046 323.048 20.665
202510 20.864 0.000
202601 19.858 325.252 20.332
202604 21.423 333.020 21.423

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 8.05 mean?
National Co for Learning and Education (SAU:4291) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 8.05 as of Sep. 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 National Co for Learning and Education and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 7.63. Over the past decade, National Co for Learning and Education's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 6.74 to 8.44. According to the industry distribution chart, National Co for Learning and Education ranks #142 out of 149 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 95.3%.
Is National Co for Learning and Education's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
National Co for Learning and Education's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 8.05 is near median its 10-year median of 7.63. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.74 to a high of 8.44. The Education industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.11. National Co for Learning and Education's value of 8.05 is 625.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, National Co for Learning and Education ranks #142 out of 149 companies in the Education industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, National Co for Learning and Education has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does National Co for Learning and Education's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, National Co for Learning and Education ranks #142 out of 149 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places National Co for Learning and Education in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.11. National Co for Learning and Education's value of 8.05 is 625.2% above this benchmark. Historically, National Co for Learning and Education's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 6.74 to 8.44 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.63 vs. the industry median of 1.11, National Co for Learning and Education 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 an Education company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Education companies is 1.11, based on 149 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. National Co for Learning and Education's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 8.05 is 625.2% 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 National Co for Learning and Education and its competitors. For the Education industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.11 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. National Co for Learning and Education's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.05, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.63. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is National Co for Learning and Education stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Co for Learning and Education (SAU:4291) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ﷼207.22, compared to a current price of ﷼138.50 — trading 33.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.05, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.63 and 625.2% above the Education industry median of 1.11. National Co for Learning and Education's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 with 2 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 National Co for Learning and Education (SAU:4291), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.05 as of Sep. 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 National Co for Learning and Education (SAU:4291) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Co for Learning and Education stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ﷼138.50 is trading 33.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of ﷼207.22. GuruFocus considers National Co for Learning and Education to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SAU:4291:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 8.05 (near median its 10-year median of 7.63)
  • GF Value™: ﷼207.22 vs. price of ﷼138.50 (33.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 94/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 625.2% above the Education median (#142 of 149)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SAU:4291 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


National Co for Learning and Education Business Description

Address Prince Muqrin Bin Abdul Aziz Street, P.O. Box 41980, Al Nozha Neighborhood, Al Rayyan District, Riyadh, SAU, 11531
National Co for Learning and Education is a provider of educational and learning services based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It is engaged in ownership, establishment and management of private schools for general education (pre-university) in addition to investment in sport and entertainment along with sport clubs for school students. The company offers educational complexes that accommodate more than 15 thousand students, distributed in all stages from kindergarten, primary, intermediate and high school, according to the national curriculum and international curricula, with scientific laboratories on one hand, and entertainment facilities and sports clubs on the other hand. The company's business segments include Al-Rayan schools, Al-Rawabi schools, Al-Nuzha schools among others.
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