MTNOF (MTN Group) Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 2.24 (As of Jul. 20, 2026) — 85% Above Median

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Price $14.56
GF Value $8.81
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is MTN Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio?

MTN Group MTNOF +2.18% 65 Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.24 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 85% above its 10-year median of 1.21. GuruFocus rates MTNOF with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.81 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 302 Telecommunication Services companies, MTN Group ranks worse than 68.54% on this metric.

As of today (2026-07-20), MTN Group's current share price is $14.56. MTN Group's Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was $6.49. MTN Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio for today is 2.24.

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

MTNOF' s Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.39   Med: 1.21   Max: 2.05
Current: 2.01

During the past 13 years, MTN Group's highest Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio was 2.05. The lowest was 0.39. And the median was 1.21.

MTNOF's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is ranked worse than
68.54% of 302 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 1.16 vs MTNOF: 2.01

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.

MTN Group's adjusted revenue per share data of for the fiscal year that ended in Dec25 was $7.320. 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 $6.49 for the trailing ten years ended in Dec25.

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MTN Group  (OTCPK:MTNOF) 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.


MTN Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Related Terms


MTN Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MTN 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.

MTN Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Chart

MTN Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.72 1.19 1.03 0.82 1.46

MTN Group Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 1.03 0.00 0.82 0.00 1.46

MTNOF vs TMUS, VZ, T: Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, MTN 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.


MTN Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, MTN Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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MTN 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.

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

Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share
=14.56/6.49
=2.24

* 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.

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

For example, MTN 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)
=7.32/162.8800*162.8800
=7.320

Current CPI (Dec25) = 162.8800.

MTN Group Annual Data

Revenue per Share CPI Adj_RevenuePerShare
201612 5.736 109.002 8.571
201712 5.549 113.907 7.935
201812 5.173 118.921 7.085
201912 5.761 123.717 7.585
202012 6.629 127.467 8.471
202112 6.181 135.029 7.456
202212 6.468 145.156 7.258
202312 6.455 152.718 6.885
202412 5.712 157.212 5.918
202512 7.320 162.880 7.320

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 2.24 mean?
MTN Group (MTNOF) has a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 2.24 as of Jul. 20, 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 MTN Group and its competitors. This is 85% above median its historical median of 1.21. Over the past decade, MTN Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 0.39 to 2.05. According to the industry distribution chart, MTN Group ranks #207 out of 302 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 68.5%.
Is MTN Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio too high?
MTN Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 2.24 is 85% above median its 10-year median of 1.21. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.39 to a high of 2.05. The Telecommunication Services industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.16. MTN Group's value of 2.24 is 93.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MTN Group ranks #207 out of 302 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, MTN Group has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MTN Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio compare to TMUS and VZ?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, MTN Group ranks #207 out of 302 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio. This places MTN Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.16. MTN Group's value of 2.24 is 93.1% above this benchmark. Historically, MTN Group's own Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 0.39 to 2.05 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.21 vs. the industry median of 1.16, MTN Group 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 a Telecommunication Services company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio among Telecommunication Services companies is 1.16, based on 302 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. MTN Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 2.24 is 93.1% 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 MTN Group and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.16 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MTN Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.24, which is 85% above median its own 10-year median of 1.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MTN Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MTN Group (MTNOF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.81, compared to a current price of $14.56 — trading 65.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.24, which is 85% above median its 10-year median of 1.21 and 93.1% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 1.16. MTN Group's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 8 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 MTN Group (MTNOF), the current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.24 as of Jul. 20, 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 MTN Group (MTNOF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MTN Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $14.56 is trading 65.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $8.81. GuruFocus considers MTN Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MTNOF:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 2.24 (85% above median its 10-year median of 1.21)
  • GF Value™: $8.81 vs. price of $14.56 (65.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 93.1% above the Telecommunication Services median (#207 of 302)

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


MTN Group Business Description

Address Innovation Centre 216 - 14th Avenue, Fairland, Roodepoort, Gauteng, Johannesburg, ZAF, 2195
MTN Group Ltd is a mobile telecommunications provider. The company also has a joint venture in Iran. From a product perspective, the majority of its revenue is from voice and data. Other contributors include SMS and sale of devices revenue. MTN also provides enterprise services to small/midsize enterprises and corporate clients. The company owns the mobile infrastructure and data centers. Its segments include Network services, Mobile devices, Interconnect and roaming, Digital and fintech and others. It derives maximum revenue from Network Services segment. Geographically, the company operates across South Africa, Nigeria, South and East Africa (SEA), GHASEA, Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The majority of the company's revenue is earned in and Nigeria.
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