DWS Group GmbH KGaAFRA:DWS -0.15%7 Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 3.45 as of Jul. 12, 2026, which is 39% above its 10-year median of 2.49. GuruFocus rates FRA:DWS with a GF Score™ of 7/100 and a GF Value™ of €26.72 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 903 Asset Management companies, DWS Group GmbH KGaA ranks better than 72.98% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for DWS Group GmbH KGaA's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:DWS'
s Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.92 Med: 2.49 Max: 3.45
Current: 3.45
During the past 12 years, DWS Group GmbH KGaA's highest Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio was 3.45. The lowest was 1.92. And the median was 2.49.
FRA:DWS's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is ranked better than 72.98% of 903
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 7.61
vs FRA:DWS: 3.45
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.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA's adjusted revenue per share data of for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was €21.685. 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 €19.58 for the trailing ten years ended in Dec25.
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DWS Group GmbH KGaA (FRA:DWS) 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.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Related Terms
DWS Group GmbH KGaA Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for DWS Group GmbH KGaA'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.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Chart
FRA:DWS vs BLK, BX, KKR: Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Comparison
For the Asset Management subindustry, DWS Group GmbH KGaA'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.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, DWS Group GmbH KGaA's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where DWS Group GmbH KGaA's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio falls into.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA 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.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio for today is calculated as
* 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.
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 3.45 mean?
DWS Group GmbH KGaA (FRA:DWS) has a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 3.45 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 DWS Group GmbH KGaA and its competitors. This is 39% above median its historical median of 2.49. Over the past decade, DWS Group GmbH KGaA's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 1.92 to 3.45. According to the industry distribution chart, DWS Group GmbH KGaA ranks #244 out of 903 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 27%.
Is DWS Group GmbH KGaA's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio too high?
DWS Group GmbH KGaA's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 3.45 is 39% above median its 10-year median of 2.49. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.92 to a high of 3.45. The Asset Management industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 7.61. DWS Group GmbH KGaA's value of 3.45 is 54.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, DWS Group GmbH KGaA ranks #244 out of 903 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, DWS Group GmbH KGaA has a GF Score™ of 7/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DWS Group GmbH KGaA's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, DWS Group GmbH KGaA ranks #244 out of 903 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio. This puts DWS Group GmbH KGaA in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 7.61. DWS Group GmbH KGaA's value of 3.45 is 54.7% below this benchmark. Historically, DWS Group GmbH KGaA's own Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 1.92 to 3.45 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.49 vs. the industry median of 7.61, DWS Group GmbH KGaA 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 an Asset Management company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio among Asset Management companies is 7.61, based on 903 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. DWS Group GmbH KGaA's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 3.45 is 54.7% 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 DWS Group GmbH KGaA and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 7.61 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. DWS Group GmbH KGaA's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 3.45, which is 39% above median its own 10-year median of 2.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DWS Group GmbH KGaA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DWS Group GmbH KGaA (FRA:DWS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €26.72, compared to a current price of €67.50 — trading 152.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 3.45, which is 39% above median its 10-year median of 2.49 and 54.7% below the Asset Management industry median of 7.61. DWS Group GmbH KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 7/100 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 PS Ratio calculated?
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For DWS Group GmbH KGaA (FRA:DWS), the current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 3.45 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 DWS Group GmbH KGaA (FRA:DWS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DWS Group GmbH KGaA stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €67.50 is trading 152.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €26.72.
GuruFocus considers DWS Group GmbH KGaA to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:DWS:
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 3.45 (39% above median its 10-year median of 2.49)
GF Value™: €26.72 vs. price of €67.50 (152.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 54.7% below the Asset Management median (#244 of 903)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:DWS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Until 2018, DWS was fully owned by Deutsche Bank, which retains a 79% interest in DWS. DWS' home German market remains important, contributing roughly 40% of assets under management. The Europe, Middle East, and Africa region in total accounts for 70% of AUM, and the Americas contributes nearly all of the balance, with a small Asian presence. Assets from institutional clients make up 55% of overall AUM.
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