Money Forward (STU:47D) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 12.52 (As of Aug. 04, 2026) — 22% Above Median

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STU:47D Money Forward Inc STU:47D
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What is Money Forward Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Money Forward STU:47D -2.70% 80 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 12.52 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 22% above its 10-year median of 10.29. GuruFocus rates STU:47D with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €32.32 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,573 Software companies, Money Forward ranks worse than 93.64% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-04), Money Forward's current share price is €28.80. Money Forward's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was €2.30. Money Forward's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 12.52.

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

STU:47D' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.66   Med: 10.29   Max: 12.67
Current: 12.67

During the past years, Money Forward's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 12.67. The lowest was 7.66. And the median was 10.29.

STU:47D's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
93.64% of 1573 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 2.24 vs STU:47D: 12.67

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.

Money Forward's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in May. 2026 was €4.349. 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 €2.30 for the trailing ten years ended in May. 2026.

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Money Forward  (STU:47D) 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.


Money Forward Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Money Forward Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Money Forward'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.

Money Forward Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

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STU:47D vs QH, SHOP, UBER: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Money Forward'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.


Money Forward Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Money Forward's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Money Forward 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.

Money Forward's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=28.80/2.30
=12.52

* 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.

Money Forward's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, Money Forward's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the three months ended in May. 2026 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of May. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (May. 2026)
=4.349/113.5000*113.5000
=4.349

Current CPI (May. 2026) = 113.5000.

Money Forward Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201605 0.394 98.200 0.455
201611 0.484 98.600 0.557
201702 0.324 98.100 0.375
201705 0.291 98.600 0.335
201708 0.260 98.500 0.300
201711 0.790 99.100 0.905
201802 0.768 99.500 0.876
201805 0.770 99.300 0.880
201808 0.720 99.800 0.819
201811 0.660 100.000 0.749
201902 1.622 99.700 1.847
201905 1.581 100.000 1.794
201908 1.580 100.000 1.793
201911 1.486 100.500 1.678
202002 1.905 100.300 2.156
202005 1.926 100.100 2.184
202008 1.787 100.100 2.026
202011 1.642 99.500 1.873
202102 1.608 99.800 1.829
202105 1.623 99.400 1.853
202108 5.987 99.700 6.816
202111 5.840 100.100 6.622
202202 5.488 100.700 6.186
202205 5.136 101.800 5.726
202208 4.713 102.700 5.209
202211 4.180 103.900 4.566
202302 4.030 104.000 4.398
202305 3.767 105.100 4.068
202308 3.443 105.900 3.690
202311 3.231 106.900 3.430
202402 3.156 106.900 3.351
202405 3.037 108.100 3.189
202408 2.987 109.100 3.107
202411 4.199 110.000 4.333
202502 4.545 110.800 4.656
202505 4.277 111.800 4.342
202508 3.998 112.100 4.048
202511 4.419 113.200 4.431
202602 4.431 112.200 4.482
202605 4.349 113.500 4.349

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 12.52 mean?
Money Forward (STU:47D) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 12.52 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 Money Forward and its competitors. This is 22% above median its historical median of 10.29. Over the past decade, Money Forward's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 7.66 to 12.67. According to the industry distribution chart, Money Forward ranks #1473 out of 1573 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 93.6%.
Is Money Forward's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Money Forward's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 12.52 is 22% above median its 10-year median of 10.29. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.66 to a high of 12.67. The Software industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.24. Money Forward's value of 12.52 is 458.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Money Forward ranks #1473 out of 1573 companies in the Software industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Money Forward has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Money Forward's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to QH and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Money Forward ranks #1473 out of 1573 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Money Forward in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.24. Money Forward's value of 12.52 is 458.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Money Forward's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 7.66 to 12.67 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.29 vs. the industry median of 2.24, Money Forward 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 Software company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Software companies is 2.24, based on 1,573 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. Money Forward's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 12.52 is 458.9% 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 Money Forward and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Money Forward's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 12.52, which is 22% above median its own 10-year median of 10.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Money Forward stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Money Forward (STU:47D) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €32.32, compared to a current price of €28.80 — trading 10.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 12.52, which is 22% above median its 10-year median of 10.29 and 458.9% above the Software industry median of 2.24. Money Forward's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 5 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 Money Forward (STU:47D), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 12.52 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 Money Forward (STU:47D) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Money Forward stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €28.80 is trading 10.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of €32.32. GuruFocus considers Money Forward to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:47D:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 12.52 (22% above median its 10-year median of 10.29)
  • GF Value™: €32.32 vs. price of €28.80 (10.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 458.9% above the Software median (#1473 of 1573)

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:47D stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Money Forward Business Description

Other Exchanges 3994:Japan
Address 21st Floor, msb Tamachi Tamachi Station Tower, S 3-1-21 Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 108-0023
Money Forward Inc provides money-related services for individuals and corporations. Its service portfolio comprises personal financial management services and MF cloud services. Its personal financial management services include economic media that conveys money related themes, automatic savings app and mirai talk channel where customers can resolve their financial concerns together directly with financial planners. Its MF Cloud services comprise cloud accounting software, cloud-based tax return, invoice preparation software, payroll calculation, and cloud-based payment reconciliation.
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