Hindustan Organic Chemicals (BOM:500449) Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 0.44 (As of Aug. 23, 2026) — Near Median

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BOM:500449 Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd BOM:500449
54 GF Score
Price ₹37.66
GF Value ₹31.47
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Hindustan Organic Chemicals Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio?

Hindustan Organic Chemicals BOM:500449 -0.34% 54 Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.44 as of Aug. 23, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 0.44. GuruFocus rates BOM:500449 with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹31.47 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,274 Chemicals companies, Hindustan Organic Chemicals ranks better than 82.65% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-23), Hindustan Organic Chemicals's current share price is ₹37.66. Hindustan Organic Chemicals's Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was ₹85.43. Hindustan Organic Chemicals's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio for today is 0.44.

The historical rank and industry rank for Hindustan Organic Chemicals's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

BOM:500449' s Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.28   Med: 0.44   Max: 0.75
Current: 0.44

During the past years, Hindustan Organic Chemicals's highest Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio was 0.75. The lowest was 0.28. And the median was 0.44.

BOM:500449's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is ranked better than
82.65% of 1274 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 1.33 vs BOM:500449: 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 PS Ratio. The Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share is the average of the inflation adjusted revenue per share of a company over the past 10 years.

Hindustan Organic Chemicals's adjusted revenue per share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was ₹14.417. Add all the adjusted revenue per share for the past 10 years together and divide 10 will get our Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share, which is ₹85.43 for the trailing ten years ended in Jun. 2026.

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Hindustan Organic Chemicals  (BOM:500449) Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Explanation

Compared with the regular PS Ratio, which works poorly for cyclical businesses, the Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio smoothed out the fluctuations of revenue 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 PS Ratio should give similar results to regular PS Ratio.


Hindustan Organic Chemicals Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Related Terms


Hindustan Organic Chemicals Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hindustan Organic Chemicals's Cyclically Adjusted PS 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.

Hindustan Organic Chemicals Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Chart

Hindustan Organic Chemicals Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 0.28 0.46 0.53 0.26

Hindustan Organic Chemicals Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
Cyclically Adjusted PS 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 0.42 0.39 0.26 0.43

BOM:500449 vs DOW: Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Hindustan Organic Chemicals's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Cyclically Adjusted PS 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.


Hindustan Organic Chemicals Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Hindustan Organic Chemicals's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hindustan Organic Chemicals's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio falls into.


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Hindustan Organic Chemicals Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Calculation

Like the Shiller PE Ratio, the Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio takes the Revenue per Share from the past 10 years, adjusts it for inflation, and then calculates the average. This average is then used for the P/S calculation. Because it considers this 10-year average, it's often referred to as the CAPS 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 PS Ratio.

Hindustan Organic Chemicals's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share
=37.66/85.43
=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.

Hindustan Organic Chemicals's Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, Hindustan Organic Chemicals's adjusted Revenue per Share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was:

Adj_RevenuePerShare=Revenue per Share/CPI of Jun. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Jun. 2026)
=14.417/167.3573*167.3573
=14.417

Current CPI (Jun. 2026) = 167.3573.

Hindustan Organic Chemicals Quarterly Data

Revenue per Share CPI Adj_RevenuePerShare
201406 3.605 94.103 6.411
201409 1.285 96.780 2.222
201412 7.039 96.780 12.172
201503 14.720 97.163 25.354
201603 0.000 102.518 0.000
201703 0.000 105.196 0.000
201803 0.000 109.786 0.000
201806 23.503 111.317 35.335
201809 18.945 115.142 27.536
201812 18.339 115.142 26.656
201903 15.312 118.202 21.680
201906 11.100 120.880 15.368
201909 12.832 123.175 17.435
201912 11.721 126.235 15.539
202003 13.673 124.705 18.350
202006 12.229 127.000 16.115
202009 16.028 130.118 20.615
202012 17.183 130.889 21.971
202103 15.912 131.771 20.209
202106 2.459 134.084 3.069
202109 17.635 135.847 21.726
202112 15.250 138.161 18.473
202203 29.217 138.822 35.223
202206 18.994 142.347 22.331
202209 20.747 144.661 24.002
202212 25.879 145.763 29.713
202303 28.856 146.865 32.882
202306 21.590 150.280 24.043
202309 25.411 151.492 28.072
202312 27.572 152.924 30.174
202403 27.867 153.035 30.475
202406 8.833 155.789 9.489
202409 25.883 157.882 27.436
202412 24.611 158.323 26.015
202503 20.340 157.552 21.606
202506 24.553 159.755 25.721
202509 18.779 162.289 19.365
202512 21.784 163.281 22.328
202603 20.327 164.272 20.709
202606 14.417 167.357 14.417

Add all the adjusted revenue per share together and divide 10 will get our Cyclically Adjusted Revenue 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 PS Ratio of 0.44 mean?
Hindustan Organic Chemicals (BOM:500449) has a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.44 as of Aug. 23, 2026. Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted revenue per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Hindustan Organic Chemicals and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 0.44. Over the past decade, Hindustan Organic Chemicals' Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 0.28 to 0.75. According to the industry distribution chart, Hindustan Organic Chemicals ranks #221 out of 1274 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 17.3%.
Is Hindustan Organic Chemicals' Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio too high?
Hindustan Organic Chemicals' current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.44 is near median its 10-year median of 0.44. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.28 to a high of 0.75. The Chemicals industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.33. Hindustan Organic Chemicals' value of 0.44 is 66.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hindustan Organic Chemicals ranks #221 out of 1274 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hindustan Organic Chemicals has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hindustan Organic Chemicals' Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Hindustan Organic Chemicals ranks #221 out of 1274 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio. This places Hindustan Organic Chemicals in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.33. Hindustan Organic Chemicals' value of 0.44 is 66.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Hindustan Organic Chemicals' own Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 0.28 to 0.75 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.44 vs. the industry median of 1.33, Hindustan Organic Chemicals 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 PS Ratio for a Chemicals company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio among Chemicals companies is 1.33, based on 1,274 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Hindustan Organic Chemicals's current Cyclically Adjusted PS 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 PS Ratio mean?
A high Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted revenue per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Hindustan Organic Chemicals and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hindustan Organic Chemicals's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.44, which is near median its own 10-year median of 0.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hindustan Organic Chemicals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hindustan Organic Chemicals (BOM:500449) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹31.47, compared to a current price of ₹37.66 — trading 19.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.44, which is near median its 10-year median of 0.44 and 66.9% below the Chemicals industry median of 1.33. Hindustan Organic Chemicals' overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio calculated?
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Hindustan Organic Chemicals (BOM:500449), the current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.44 as of Aug. 23, 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 Hindustan Organic Chemicals (BOM:500449) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hindustan Organic Chemicals stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹37.66 is trading 19.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹31.47. GuruFocus considers Hindustan Organic Chemicals to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:500449:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 0.44 (near median its 10-year median of 0.44)
  • GF Value™: ₹31.47 vs. price of ₹37.66 (19.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.9% below the Chemicals median (#221 of 1274)

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:500449 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hindustan Organic Chemicals Business Description

Address Ambalamugal PO, Post Bag: No: 18, Kunnathunad, Ernakulam, KL, IND, 682302
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing of bulk industrial chemicals and chemical intermediates. It has manufacturing units in Kochi, Kerala. The company produces Phenol, Acetone, and Hydrogen Peroxide using Benzene and LPG from petroleum refineries. These chemicals are essential for industries such as resins, pharmaceuticals, dyes, rubber chemicals, paints, and pesticides. Phenol is used in resins, plasticizers, and pharmaceuticals; Acetone serves as a solvent and chemical intermediate in explosives and lacquers; Hydrogen Peroxide is an eco-friendly bleaching agent used in textiles, paper, electronics, and environmental applications. The company also produces polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) plastic through its subsidiary and focuses on quality and safety.
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