Stock Analysis on Net

Ulta Beauty Inc. (NASDAQ:ULTA)

$22.49

This company has been moved to the archive! The financial data has not been updated since August 24, 2023.

Price to Book Value (P/BV)
since 2008

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Calculation

Ulta Beauty Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-02-02).

1 US$

2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.

3 Closing price as at the filing date of Ulta Beauty Inc. Annual Report.


Share Price Trend
The share price exhibited significant volatility over the analyzed period. Initially, it dropped sharply from $14.12 in 2008 to a low of $6.63 in 2009. Following this trough, the share price showed a strong upward trajectory, reaching $282.86 by 2017. After 2017, the price displayed fluctuations with a notable decline to $174.45 in 2020, coinciding likely with market disruptions. Subsequently, it recovered robustly, surpassing prior highs and peaking at $513.98 in 2023, indicating substantial growth and investor confidence in recent years.
Book Value Per Share (BVPS) Progression
Book value per share demonstrated a consistent upward trend throughout the entire timeline. Starting from $3.71 in 2008, it increased steadily each year, reaching $39.04 in 2023 with a minor dip observed in 2022 when BVPS decreased from $35.58 to $29.34. Overall, this suggests ongoing asset growth or retained earnings accumulation, reinforcing the company’s increasing intrinsic value over the years.
Price to Book Value Ratio (P/BV)
The P/BV ratio showed considerable variation and indicates fluctuating market valuation relative to the company's book value. After a low of 1.56 in 2009, it climbed sharply to peak at 13.46 in 2022. The ratio declined somewhat in early years and saw a temporary drop to around 5.16 in 2020, aligning with the share price decline during that period. From 2020 onwards, the ratio increased again, reflecting a higher market premium relative to the book value, possibly due to market optimism or growth expectations. The elevated P/BV ratios in recent years suggest that investors value the company well above its book assets, anticipating strong future performance.
Overall Insights
The financial data reveals a company that has grown significantly in intrinsic value, as shown by the steady increase in book value per share. The share price growth has outpaced book value increases, resulting in rising P/BV ratios, particularly in recent years. Periods of market stress are visible in share price declines and corresponding dips in the P/BV ratio, especially around 2009 and 2020. Recovery phases followed these downturns, demonstrating resilience. The sustained increase in share price and elevated P/BV ratios highlight positive market sentiment and expectations of continued growth potential.

Comparison to Competitors

Ulta Beauty Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-02-02).


Comparison to Sector (Consumer Discretionary Distribution & Retail)

Ulta Beauty Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, comparison to sector (consumer discretionary distribution & retail)

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-02-02).


Comparison to Industry (Consumer Discretionary)

Ulta Beauty Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer discretionary)

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-02-02).