National Grid (CHIX:NGL) Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 2.49 (As of Jul. 12, 2026) — 21% Above Median


CHIX:NGL National Grid PLC CHIX:NGL
73 GF Score
Price £12.30
GF Value £7.46
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is National Grid Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio?

National Grid CHIX:NGL -0.14% 73 Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.49 as of Jul. 12, 2026, which is 21% above its 10-year median of 2.05. GuruFocus rates CHIX:NGL with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of £7.46 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 441 Utilities - Regulated companies, National Grid ranks worse than 69.84% on this metric.

As of today (2026-07-12), National Grid's current share price is £12.295. National Grid's Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Mar26 was £4.94. National Grid's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio for today is 2.49.

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

CHIX:NGl' s Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.52   Med: 2.05   Max: 2.83
Current: 2.48

During the past 13 years, National Grid's highest Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio was 2.83. The lowest was 1.52. And the median was 2.05.

CHIX:NGl's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is ranked worse than
69.84% of 441 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 1.41 vs CHIX:NGl: 2.48

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.

National Grid's adjusted revenue per share data of for the fiscal year that ended in Mar26 was £3.558. 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 £4.94 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar26.

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National Grid  (CHIX:NGl) 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.


National Grid Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Related Terms


National Grid Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for National Grid'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.

National Grid Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Chart

National Grid Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio
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National Grid Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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 2.00 0.00 2.06 0.00 2.57

CHIX:NGL vs NEE, SO, DUK: Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Electric subindustry, National Grid'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.


National Grid Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, National Grid's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where National Grid's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio falls into.


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National Grid 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.

National Grid's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share
=12.295/4.94
=2.49

* 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 Grid's Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Mar26 is calculated as:

For example, National Grid's adjusted Revenue per Share data for the fiscal year that ended in Mar26 was:

Adj_RevenuePerShare=Revenue per Share/CPI of Mar26 (Change)*Current CPI (Mar26)
=3.558/140.8000*140.8000
=3.558

Current CPI (Mar26) = 140.8000.

National Grid Annual Data

Revenue per Share CPI Adj_RevenuePerShare
201703 3.656 102.700 5.012
201803 4.032 105.100 5.402
201903 4.036 107.000 5.311
202003 3.531 108.600 4.578
202103 3.548 109.700 4.554
202203 4.689 116.500 5.667
202303 5.452 126.800 6.054
202403 4.953 131.600 5.299
202503 3.886 136.100 4.020
202603 3.558 140.800 3.558

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 2.49 mean?
National Grid (CHIX:NGL) has a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 2.49 as of Jul. 12, 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 National Grid and its competitors. This is 21% above median its historical median of 2.05. Over the past decade, National Grid's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 1.52 to 2.83. According to the industry distribution chart, National Grid ranks #308 out of 441 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 69.8%.
Is National Grid's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio too high?
National Grid's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 2.49 is 21% above median its 10-year median of 2.05. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.52 to a high of 2.83. The Utilities - Regulated industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.41. National Grid's value of 2.49 is 76.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, National Grid ranks #308 out of 441 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, National Grid has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does National Grid's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio compare to NEE and SO?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, National Grid ranks #308 out of 441 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio. This places National Grid in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.41. National Grid's value of 2.49 is 76.6% above this benchmark. Historically, National Grid's own Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 1.52 to 2.83 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.05 vs. the industry median of 1.41, National Grid 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 PS Ratio for an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio among Utilities - Regulated companies is 1.41, based on 441 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. National Grid's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 2.49 is 76.6% 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 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 National Grid and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. National Grid's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.49, which is 21% above median its own 10-year median of 2.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is National Grid stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Grid (CHIX:NGL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £7.46, compared to a current price of £12.30 — trading 64.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.49, which is 21% above median its 10-year median of 2.05 and 76.6% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 1.41. National Grid's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 PS Ratio calculated?
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For National Grid (CHIX:NGL), the current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.49 as of Jul. 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 Grid (CHIX:NGL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Grid stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £12.30 is trading 64.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of £7.46. GuruFocus considers National Grid to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:NGL:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 2.49 (21% above median its 10-year median of 2.05)
  • GF Value™: £7.46 vs. price of £12.30 (64.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 76.6% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#308 of 441)

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


National Grid Business Description

Address 1-3 Strand, London, GBR, WC2N 5EH
National Grid owns and operates the electric transmission system in England and Wales. It sold the bulk of its UK gas transmission business in fiscal 2023 to fund the acquisition of PPL's UK power distribution assets. In the Northeastern United States, it serves electricity and gas customers combined in three states. It also owns regulated transmission electricity networks in the United States, metering services and merchant transmission lines in the UK.
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