Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.
Spectral MedicalSTU:SD4 +1.21%14 Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 86.00 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 371% above its 10-year median of 18.25. GuruFocus rates STU:SD4 with a GF Score™ of 14/100 and a GF Value™ of €0.56 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 136 Medical Diagnostics & Research companies, Spectral Medical ranks worse than 99.26% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Spectral Medical's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
STU:SD4'
s Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.17 Med: 18.25 Max: 170
Current: 106.58
During the past years, Spectral Medical's highest Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio was 170.00. The lowest was 3.17. And the median was 18.25.
STU:SD4's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is ranked worse than 99.26% of 136
companies
in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry
Industry Median: 2
vs STU:SD4: 106.58
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.
Spectral Medical's adjusted revenue per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.002. 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 €0.01 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.
Shiller PE for Stocks: The True Measure of Stock Valuation
Spectral Medical (STU:SD4) 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.
Spectral Medical Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Related Terms
Spectral Medical Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Historical Data
* Premium members only.
The historical data trend for Spectral Medical'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.
Spectral Medical Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Chart
STU:SD4 vs TMO, DHR, IDXX: Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Comparison
For the Diagnostics & Research subindustry, Spectral Medical'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.
Spectral Medical Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio vs Medical Diagnostics & Research Industry
For the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry and Healthcare sector, Spectral Medical's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Spectral Medical's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio falls into.
Spectral Medical 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.
Spectral Medical'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 86.00 mean?
Spectral Medical (STU:SD4) has a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 86.00 as of Jul. 17, 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 Spectral Medical and its competitors. This is 371% above median its historical median of 18.25. Over the past decade, Spectral Medical's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 3.17 to 170.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Spectral Medical ranks #135 out of 136 companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, placing it in the top 99.3%.
Is Spectral Medical's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio too high?
Spectral Medical's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 86.00 is 371% above median its 10-year median of 18.25. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.17 to a high of 170.00. The Medical Diagnostics & Research industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.00. Spectral Medical's value of 86.00 is 4200% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Spectral Medical ranks #135 out of 136 companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Spectral Medical has a GF Score™ of 14/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Spectral Medical's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio compare to TMO and DHR?
According to the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry distribution chart, Spectral Medical ranks #135 out of 136 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio. This places Spectral Medical in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.00. Spectral Medical's value of 86.00 is 4200% above this benchmark. Historically, Spectral Medical's own Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 3.17 to 170.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.25 vs. the industry median of 2.00, Spectral Medical 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 Medical Diagnostics & Research company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio among Medical Diagnostics & Research companies is 2.00, based on 136 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. Spectral Medical's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 86.00 is 4200% 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 Spectral Medical and its competitors. For the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 2.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Spectral Medical's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 86.00, which is 371% above median its own 10-year median of 18.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Spectral Medical stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spectral Medical (STU:SD4) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.56, compared to a current price of €0.86 — trading 53.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 86.00, which is 371% above median its 10-year median of 18.25 and 4200% above the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry median of 2.00. Spectral Medical's overall GF Score™ is 14/100 with 9 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 Spectral Medical (STU:SD4), the current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 86.00 as of Jul. 17, 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 Spectral Medical (STU:SD4) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spectral Medical stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €0.86 is trading 53.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €0.56.
GuruFocus considers Spectral Medical to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:SD4:
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 86.00 (371% above median its 10-year median of 18.25)
GF Value™: €0.56 vs. price of €0.86 (53.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 4200% above the Medical Diagnostics & Research median (#135 of 136)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:SD4 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Spectral Medical Inc is focused on the development and commercialization of a treatment for septic shock utilizing its endotoxin activity assay (EAA) diagnostic and the Toraymyxin therapeutic. The company also manufactures and sells proprietary reagents. The product line of the company consists of proprietary biochemical, EAA, and instrumentation. Its products include an endotoxin activity assay, a rapid in-vitro diagnostic test used to measure endotoxin levels in blood, and a polymyxin B hemoperfusion device designed to remove endotoxin from the bloodstream. The company's proprietary reagents include recombinant proteins, antibodies, and calibrators used in research and diagnostic applications.
14GF Score
Get the complete analysis for STU:SD4
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.
Quick Browse
Personalize
Premium Gurus 
Create New Portfolio
STU:SD4 has been successfully added to your 
