Bufab AB (STU:29B0) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 8.93 (As of Aug. 12, 2026) — 39% Above Median

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STU:29B0 Bufab AB STU:29B0
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What is Bufab AB Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Bufab AB STU:29B0 -0.82% 80 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.93 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 39% above its 10-year median of 6.42. GuruFocus rates STU:29B0 with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €8.56 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 127 Industrial Distribution companies, Bufab AB ranks worse than 93.7% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-12), Bufab AB's current share price is €12.06. Bufab AB's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €1.35. Bufab AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 8.93.

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

STU:29B0' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.15   Med: 6.42   Max: 9.24
Current: 9

During the past years, Bufab AB's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 9.24. The lowest was 2.15. And the median was 6.42.

STU:29B0's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
93.7% of 127 companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 1.38 vs STU:29B0: 9.00

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.

Bufab AB's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was €2.037. 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 €1.35 for the trailing ten years ended in Jun. 2026.

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Bufab AB  (STU:29B0) 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.


Bufab AB Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Bufab AB Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Bufab AB'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.

Bufab AB Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Bufab AB Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Bufab AB 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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STU:29B0 vs GWW, FAST, FERG: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Bufab AB'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.


Bufab AB Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Industrial Distribution Industry

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

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


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Bufab AB 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.

Bufab AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=12.06/1.35
=8.93

* 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.

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

For example, Bufab AB'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)
=2.037/134.6100*134.6100
=2.037

Current CPI (Jun. 2026) = 134.6100.

Bufab AB Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201609 0.710 101.138 0.945
201612 0.701 102.022 0.925
201703 0.747 102.022 0.986
201706 0.717 102.752 0.939
201709 0.736 103.279 0.959
201712 0.748 103.793 0.970
201803 0.802 103.962 1.038
201806 0.773 104.875 0.992
201809 0.793 105.679 1.010
201812 0.831 105.912 1.056
201903 0.866 105.886 1.101
201906 0.845 106.742 1.066
201909 0.865 107.214 1.086
201912 0.898 107.766 1.122
202003 0.920 106.563 1.162
202006 0.945 107.498 1.183
202009 0.991 107.635 1.239
202012 1.018 108.296 1.265
202103 1.109 108.360 1.378
202106 1.120 108.928 1.384
202109 1.177 110.338 1.436
202112 1.235 112.486 1.478
202203 1.304 114.825 1.529
202206 1.320 118.384 1.501
202209 1.407 122.296 1.549
202212 1.468 126.365 1.564
202303 1.552 127.042 1.644
202306 1.601 129.407 1.665
202309 1.534 130.224 1.586
202312 1.613 131.912 1.646
202403 1.719 132.205 1.750
202406 1.684 132.716 1.708
202409 1.723 132.304 1.753
202412 1.789 132.987 1.811
202503 1.852 132.825 1.877
202506 1.840 133.699 1.853
202509 1.890 133.480 1.906
202512 1.950 133.390 1.968
202603 2.092 133.560 2.108
202606 2.037 134.610 2.037

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 8.93 mean?
Bufab AB (STU:29B0) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 8.93 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 Bufab AB and its competitors. This is 39% above median its historical median of 6.42. Over the past decade, Bufab AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 2.15 to 9.24. According to the industry distribution chart, Bufab AB ranks #119 out of 127 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 93.7%.
Is Bufab AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Bufab AB's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 8.93 is 39% above median its 10-year median of 6.42. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.15 to a high of 9.24. The Industrial Distribution industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.38. Bufab AB's value of 8.93 is 547.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Bufab AB ranks #119 out of 127 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Bufab AB has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bufab AB's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Bufab AB ranks #119 out of 127 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Bufab AB in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.38. Bufab AB's value of 8.93 is 547.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Bufab AB's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 2.15 to 9.24 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.42 vs. the industry median of 1.38, Bufab AB 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 Industrial Distribution company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Industrial Distribution companies is 1.38, based on 127 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. Bufab AB's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 8.93 is 547.1% 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 Bufab AB and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Bufab AB's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.93, which is 39% above median its own 10-year median of 6.42. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bufab AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bufab AB (STU:29B0) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €8.56, compared to a current price of €12.06 — trading 40.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.93, which is 39% above median its 10-year median of 6.42 and 547.1% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 1.38. Bufab AB's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 Bufab AB (STU:29B0), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 8.93 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 Bufab AB (STU:29B0) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bufab AB stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €12.06 is trading 40.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €8.56. GuruFocus considers Bufab AB to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:29B0:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 8.93 (39% above median its 10-year median of 6.42)
  • GF Value™: €8.56 vs. price of €12.06 (40.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 547.1% above the Industrial Distribution median (#119 of 127)

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:29B0 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Bufab AB Business Description

Address Box 2266, Varnamo, SWE, SE-331 02
Bufab AB is a trading company. The company offers its customers a full-service solution as a Supply Chain Partner for sourcing, quality control, and logistics for C-parts screws, nuts, and washers. The group serves a variety of industries, including telecommunication, automotive, furniture, offshore, refining industry, and construction sector. Its operational segments are: Europe North&East, Europe West, Americas, UK/Ireland and Asia-Pacific. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from Segment Europe North&East comprises operations in Sweden, Finland, Norway, Denmark, Poland, Hungary, the Baltic States, Slovakia, Romania and a sourcing office in China.
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