Dillistone Group (LSE:DSG) Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 0.24 (As of Jul. 26, 2026) — 48% Below Median

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LSE:DSG Dillistone Group PLC LSE:DSG
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What is Dillistone Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio?

Dillistone Group LSE:DSG 39 Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.24 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 48% below its 10-year median of 0.46. GuruFocus rates LSE:DSG with a GF Score™ of 39/100 and a GF Value™ of £0.08 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,591 Software companies, Dillistone Group ranks better than 89.63% on this metric.

As of today (2026-07-26), Dillistone Group's current share price is £0.105. Dillistone Group's Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was £0.43. Dillistone Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio for today is 0.24.

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

LSE:DSG' s Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.15   Med: 0.46   Max: 2.85
Current: 0.24

During the past 13 years, Dillistone Group's highest Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio was 2.85. The lowest was 0.15. And the median was 0.46.

LSE:DSG's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is ranked better than
89.63% of 1591 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 1.59 vs LSE:DSG: 0.24

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.

Dillistone Group's adjusted revenue per share data of for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was £0.206. 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 £0.43 for the trailing ten years ended in Dec25.

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Dillistone Group  (LSE:DSG) 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.


Dillistone Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Related Terms


Dillistone Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Dillistone Group'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.

Dillistone Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Chart

Dillistone Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio
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Dillistone Group Semi-Annual Data
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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 0.26 0.00 0.16 0.00 0.20

LSE:DSG vs UBER, SHOP, CRM: Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Dillistone Group'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.


Dillistone Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Dillistone Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Dillistone Group 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.

Dillistone Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share
=0.105/0.43
=0.24

* 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.

Dillistone Group's Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 is calculated as:

For example, Dillistone Group's adjusted Revenue per Share data for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was:

Adj_RevenuePerShare=Revenue per Share/CPI of Dec25 (Change)*Current CPI (Dec25)
=0.206/139.9000*139.9000
=0.206

Current CPI (Dec25) = 139.9000.

Dillistone Group Annual Data

Revenue per Share CPI Adj_RevenuePerShare
201612 0.496 102.200 0.679
201712 0.495 105.000 0.660
201812 0.442 107.100 0.577
201912 0.408 108.500 0.526
202012 0.322 109.400 0.412
202112 0.285 114.700 0.348
202212 0.290 125.300 0.324
202312 0.284 130.500 0.304
202412 0.246 135.100 0.255
202512 0.206 139.900 0.206

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 0.24 mean?
Dillistone Group (LSE:DSG) has a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.24 as of Jul. 26, 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 Dillistone Group and its competitors. This is 48% below median its historical median of 0.46. Over the past decade, Dillistone Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 0.15 to 2.85. According to the industry distribution chart, Dillistone Group ranks #165 out of 1591 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 10.4%.
Is Dillistone Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio too high?
Dillistone Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.24 is 48% below median its 10-year median of 0.46. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.15 to a high of 2.85. The Software industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.59. Dillistone Group's value of 0.24 is 84.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Dillistone Group ranks #165 out of 1591 companies in the Software industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Dillistone Group has a GF Score™ of 39/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Dillistone Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio compare to UBER and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Dillistone Group ranks #165 out of 1591 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio. This places Dillistone Group in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.59. Dillistone Group's value of 0.24 is 84.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Dillistone Group's own Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 0.15 to 2.85 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.46 vs. the industry median of 1.59, Dillistone Group 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 Software company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio among Software companies is 1.59, based on 1,591 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. Dillistone Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.24 is 84.9% 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 Dillistone Group and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.59 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Dillistone Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.24, which is 48% below median its own 10-year median of 0.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Dillistone Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dillistone Group (LSE:DSG) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £0.08, compared to a current price of £0.11 — trading 31.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.24, which is 48% below median its 10-year median of 0.46 and 84.9% below the Software industry median of 1.59. Dillistone Group's overall GF Score™ is 39/100 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 Dillistone Group (LSE:DSG), the current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.24 as of Jul. 26, 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 Dillistone Group (LSE:DSG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dillistone Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £0.11 is trading 31.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of £0.08. GuruFocus considers Dillistone Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:DSG:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 0.24 (48% below median its 10-year median of 0.46)
  • GF Value™: £0.08 vs. price of £0.11 (31.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 39/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 84.9% below the Software median (#165 of 1591)

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


Dillistone Group Business Description

Address 9 Cedarwood, Crockford Lane, Chineham Business Park, Basingstoke, GBR, RG24 8WD
Dillistone Group PLC is engaged in the development and distribution of recruitment software solutions and associated consultancy and support. The Group provides software and services that enable recruitment firms and in-house recruiters to manage their selection process and address training needs. It includes Voyager Software, supplier of Infinity recruitment software and the Mid-Office Pay & Bill solution, Dillistone FileFinder, supplier of executive search software, ISV.online, which provides online pre-employment skills testing and training tools, and GatedTalent. Its brands include Talentis Global, Voyager, FileFinder, ISV.online and GatedTalent. The Group generates maximum revenue from the UK.
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