Hikari Tsushin (TSE:9435) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 3.29 (As of Aug. 28, 2026) — 22% Below Median

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TSE:9435 Hikari Tsushin Inc TSE:9435
76 GF Score
Price 円40,740.00
GF Value 円41,203.72
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Hikari Tsushin Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Hikari Tsushin TSE:9435 +0.77% 76 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.29 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 22% below its 10-year median of 4.21. GuruFocus rates TSE:9435 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of 円41,203.72 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 425 Conglomerates companies, Hikari Tsushin ranks worse than 84.94% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-28), Hikari Tsushin's current share price is 円40740.00. Hikari Tsushin's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 円12,371.17. Hikari Tsushin's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 3.29.

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

TSE:9435' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.61   Med: 4.21   Max: 8.33
Current: 3.27

During the past years, Hikari Tsushin's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 8.33. The lowest was 2.61. And the median was 4.21.

TSE:9435's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
84.94% of 425 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 1.01 vs TSE:9435: 3.27

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.

Hikari Tsushin's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was 円28,624.260. 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 円12,371.17 for the trailing ten years ended in Jun. 2026.

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Hikari Tsushin  (TSE:9435) 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.


Hikari Tsushin Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Hikari Tsushin Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hikari Tsushin'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.

Hikari Tsushin Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Hikari Tsushin Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Hikari Tsushin Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 4.28 3.94 3.94 3.41 2.87

TSE:9435 vs MMM, HON: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Hikari Tsushin'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.


Hikari Tsushin Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Hikari Tsushin's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hikari Tsushin 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.

Hikari Tsushin's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=40740.00/12371.17
=3.29

* 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.

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

For example, Hikari Tsushin'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)
=28624.26/113.6000*113.6000
=28,624.260

Current CPI (Jun. 2026) = 113.6000.

Hikari Tsushin Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201609 3,475.489 98.000 4,028.730
201612 3,814.733 98.400 4,404.001
201703 3,896.340 98.100 4,511.970
201706 4,065.184 98.500 4,688.375
201709 4,283.278 98.800 4,924.903
201712 4,623.427 99.400 5,283.917
201803 4,878.397 99.200 5,586.551
201806 5,147.068 99.200 5,894.223
201809 5,418.969 99.900 6,162.111
201812 5,123.240 99.700 5,837.513
201903 5,607.301 99.700 6,389.061
201906 5,912.826 99.800 6,730.431
201909 6,349.657 100.100 7,206.004
201912 7,186.815 100.500 8,123.604
202003 6,227.574 100.300 7,053.364
202006 6,727.225 99.900 7,649.777
202009 7,244.878 99.900 8,238.420
202012 7,714.999 99.300 8,826.021
202103 8,574.941 99.900 9,750.884
202106 9,029.144 99.500 10,308.651
202109 9,566.938 100.100 10,857.184
202112 9,780.844 100.100 11,099.939
202203 10,379.983 101.100 11,663.364
202206 10,725.035 101.800 11,968.212
202209 11,857.423 103.100 13,065.017
202212 11,931.402 104.100 13,020.243
202303 12,773.108 104.400 13,898.708
202306 13,985.833 105.200 15,102.573
202309 14,940.329 106.200 15,981.369
202312 15,443.969 106.800 16,427.293
202403 17,906.805 107.200 18,975.868
202406 19,414.719 108.200 20,383.661
202409 18,865.114 108.900 19,679.311
202412 20,767.859 110.700 21,311.913
202503 20,845.137 111.100 21,314.199
202506 21,840.412 111.700 22,211.914
202509 24,128.575 112.000 24,473.269
202512 25,780.536 113.000 25,917.424
202603 27,056.456 112.700 27,272.524
202606 28,624.260 113.600 28,624.260

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 3.29 mean?
Hikari Tsushin (TSE:9435) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.29 as of Aug. 28, 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 Hikari Tsushin and its competitors. This is 22% below median its historical median of 4.21. Over the past decade, Hikari Tsushin's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 2.61 to 8.33. According to the industry distribution chart, Hikari Tsushin ranks #361 out of 425 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 84.9%.
Is Hikari Tsushin's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Hikari Tsushin's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.29 is 22% below median its 10-year median of 4.21. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.61 to a high of 8.33. The Conglomerates industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.01. Hikari Tsushin's value of 3.29 is 225.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hikari Tsushin ranks #361 out of 425 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Hikari Tsushin has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hikari Tsushin's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to MMM and HON?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Hikari Tsushin ranks #361 out of 425 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Hikari Tsushin in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.01. Hikari Tsushin's value of 3.29 is 225.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Hikari Tsushin's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 2.61 to 8.33 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.21 vs. the industry median of 1.01, Hikari Tsushin 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 Conglomerates company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Conglomerates companies is 1.01, based on 425 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. Hikari Tsushin's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 3.29 is 225.7% 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 Hikari Tsushin and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.01 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hikari Tsushin's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.29, which is 22% below median its own 10-year median of 4.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hikari Tsushin stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hikari Tsushin (TSE:9435) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円41,203.72, compared to a current price of 円40,740.00 — trading 1.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.29, which is 22% below median its 10-year median of 4.21 and 225.7% above the Conglomerates industry median of 1.01. Hikari Tsushin's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Hikari Tsushin (TSE:9435), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 3.29 as of Aug. 28, 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 Hikari Tsushin (TSE:9435) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hikari Tsushin stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円40,740.00 is trading 1.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円41,203.72. GuruFocus considers Hikari Tsushin to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9435:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 3.29 (22% below median its 10-year median of 4.21)
  • GF Value™: 円41,203.72 vs. price of 円40,740.00 (1.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 225.7% above the Conglomerates median (#361 of 425)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9435 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hikari Tsushin Business Description

Other Exchanges HKTGF:USAHIK:Germany
Address 1-4-10 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Hikari West Gate Building, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 171-0021
Hikari Tsushin Inc operates as a holding company engaged in diversified businesses through seven segments: Electricity and Gas, Telecommunications, Beverages, Insurance, Finance, Solutions, and Agency Sales. The group provides electricity and gas supply, communication services, natural mineral water, non-life insurance, and warranty services, as well as financial services such as microfinance, industry-specific solution platforms, and agency sales of various products from telecommunications carriers and manufacturers. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Electricity and Gas segment.
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