Upbound GroupUPBD +4.13%74 Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.29 as of Jul. 13, 2026, which is 24% below its 10-year median of 0.38. GuruFocus rates UPBD with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $31.86 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,588 Software companies, Upbound Group ranks better than 88.04% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Upbound Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
UPBD'
s Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.13 Med: 0.38 Max: 1.12
Current: 0.29
During the past years, Upbound Group's highest Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio was 1.12. The lowest was 0.13. And the median was 0.38.
UPBD's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is ranked better than 88.04% of 1588
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 1.655
vs UPBD: 0.29
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.
Upbound Group's adjusted revenue per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $20.727. 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 $74.18 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.
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Upbound Group (NAS:UPBD) 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.
Upbound Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Related Terms
Upbound Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Upbound 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.
UPBD vs CXM, WLTH, APPS: Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Comparison
For the Software - Application subindustry, Upbound 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.
Upbound Group Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Upbound Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Upbound Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio falls into.
Upbound 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.
Upbound Group'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 0.29 mean?
Upbound Group (UPBD) has a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.29 as of Jul. 13, 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 Upbound Group and its competitors. This is 24% below median its historical median of 0.38. Over the past decade, Upbound Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 0.13 to 1.12. According to the industry distribution chart, Upbound Group ranks #190 out of 1588 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 12%.
Is Upbound Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio too high?
Upbound Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.29 is 24% below median its 10-year median of 0.38. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.13 to a high of 1.12. The Software industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.66. Upbound Group's value of 0.29 is 82.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Upbound Group ranks #190 out of 1588 companies in the Software industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Upbound Group has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Upbound Group's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio compare to CXM and WLTH?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Upbound Group ranks #190 out of 1588 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio. This places Upbound Group in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.66. Upbound Group's value of 0.29 is 82.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Upbound Group's own Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 0.13 to 1.12 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.38 vs. the industry median of 1.66, Upbound 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 1.66, based on 1,588 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. Upbound Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.29 is 82.5% 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 Upbound Group and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 1.66 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Upbound Group's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.29, which is 24% below median its own 10-year median of 0.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Upbound Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Upbound Group (UPBD) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $31.86, compared to a current price of $21.16 — trading 33.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.29, which is 24% below median its 10-year median of 0.38 and 82.5% below the Software industry median of 1.66. Upbound Group's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 Upbound Group (UPBD), the current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.29 as of Jul. 13, 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 Upbound Group (UPBD) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Upbound Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $21.16 is trading 33.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $31.86.
GuruFocus considers Upbound Group to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for UPBD:
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 0.29 (24% below median its 10-year median of 0.38)
GF Value™: $31.86 vs. price of $21.16 (33.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 82.5% below the Software median (#190 of 1588)
No single metric tells the full story. See the UPBD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Upbound Group Inc is an omnichannel platform company committed to elevating financial opportunity for all through inclusive, and technology-driven financial solutions that address the evolving needs and aspirations of consumers. It has four operating segments; The Rent-A-Center Business segment operates lease-to-own stores, the Acima segment offers the lease-to-own transaction to consumers who do not qualify for financing from the traditional retailer, and also offers the lease-to-own transaction through virtual offering solutions, Mexico segment offers lease-to-own stores in Mexico. The The Brigit segment offers various financial health products and tools to help users improve their financial health. The company derives a majority of its revenue from the Acima segment.
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