Price to Book Value (P/BV)
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- Balance Sheet: Assets
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- DuPont Analysis: Disaggregation of ROE, ROA, and Net Profit Margin
- Analysis of Reportable Segments
- Analysis of Geographic Areas
- Dividend Discount Model (DDM)
- Net Profit Margin since 2005
- Debt to Equity since 2005
- Price to Sales (P/S) since 2005
- Analysis of Revenues
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Calculation
Walmart Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, calculation
| P/BV | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Book value per share1 (BVPS) | BVPS1 | = | Total Walmart shareholders’ equity1 (in millions) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
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| Mar 31, 2005 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-01-31).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of Walmart Inc. Annual Report.
The price-to-book (P/BV) ratio, calculated from the provided share price and book value per share figures, exhibits a fluctuating pattern over the observed period from 2005 to 2026. Initial values indicate a relatively high valuation, followed by a period of decline, stabilization, and then a significant increase in recent years.
- Initial Period (2005-2007)
- The P/BV ratio began at 4.29 in 2005 and generally decreased to 3.18 by 2007. This suggests a diminishing premium investors were willing to pay for the net asset value of the company during this timeframe. The share price experienced modest fluctuations, while book value per share consistently increased.
- Stabilization and Moderate Fluctuations (2008-2015)
- From 2008 through 2015, the P/BV ratio remained relatively stable, oscillating between approximately 2.69 and 3.22. This period indicates a more consistent investor valuation relative to book value. Book value per share continued its upward trajectory, while the share price experienced more pronounced volatility, particularly during and following the 2008 financial crisis.
- Gradual Increase (2016-2019)
- A gradual increase in the P/BV ratio is observed from 2016 to 2019, rising from 2.69 to 3.85. This suggests growing investor confidence and a willingness to pay a higher premium for the company’s net assets. Both share price and book value per share demonstrated consistent growth during this period.
- Accelerated Growth (2020-2026)
- The P/BV ratio experienced a substantial increase beginning in 2020, accelerating through 2026, reaching 10.13. This represents a significant shift in investor sentiment, indicating a considerably higher valuation relative to book value. The share price demonstrated strong growth, particularly from 2020 onwards, while book value per share also continued to increase, though at a slower pace than the share price. The ratio’s increase from 4.32 in 2020 to 10.13 in 2026 is particularly noteworthy.
Overall, the trend suggests a transition from a moderate valuation based on book value to a significantly higher valuation, potentially driven by factors not directly reflected in book value, such as growth expectations, market sentiment, or intangible assets. The recent increase in the P/BV ratio warrants further investigation to understand the underlying drivers of this change.
Comparison to Competitors
Walmart Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Walmart Inc. | Costco Wholesale Corp. | Target Corp. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | |||
| Mar 14, 2025 | |||
| Mar 15, 2024 | |||
| Mar 17, 2023 | |||
| Mar 18, 2022 | |||
| Mar 19, 2021 | |||
| Mar 20, 2020 | |||
| Mar 28, 2019 | |||
| Mar 30, 2018 | |||
| Mar 31, 2017 | |||
| Mar 30, 2016 | |||
| Apr 1, 2015 | |||
| Mar 21, 2014 | |||
| Mar 26, 2013 | |||
| Mar 27, 2012 | |||
| Mar 30, 2011 | |||
| Mar 30, 2010 | |||
| Apr 1, 2009 | |||
| Mar 31, 2008 | |||
| Mar 27, 2007 | |||
| Mar 29, 2006 | |||
| Mar 31, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-01-31).
Comparison to Sector (Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail)
Walmart Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, comparison to sector (consumer staples distribution & retail)
| Walmart Inc. | Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail | |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | ||
| Mar 14, 2025 | ||
| Mar 15, 2024 | ||
| Mar 17, 2023 | ||
| Mar 18, 2022 | ||
| Mar 19, 2021 | ||
| Mar 20, 2020 | ||
| Mar 28, 2019 | ||
| Mar 30, 2018 | ||
| Mar 31, 2017 | ||
| Mar 30, 2016 | ||
| Apr 1, 2015 | ||
| Mar 21, 2014 | ||
| Mar 26, 2013 | ||
| Mar 27, 2012 | ||
| Mar 30, 2011 | ||
| Mar 30, 2010 | ||
| Apr 1, 2009 | ||
| Mar 31, 2008 | ||
| Mar 27, 2007 | ||
| Mar 29, 2006 | ||
| Mar 31, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-01-31).
Comparison to Industry (Consumer Staples)
Walmart Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer staples)
| Walmart Inc. | Consumer Staples | |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | ||
| Mar 14, 2025 | ||
| Mar 15, 2024 | ||
| Mar 17, 2023 | ||
| Mar 18, 2022 | ||
| Mar 19, 2021 | ||
| Mar 20, 2020 | ||
| Mar 28, 2019 | ||
| Mar 30, 2018 | ||
| Mar 31, 2017 | ||
| Mar 30, 2016 | ||
| Apr 1, 2015 | ||
| Mar 21, 2014 | ||
| Mar 26, 2013 | ||
| Mar 27, 2012 | ||
| Mar 30, 2011 | ||
| Mar 30, 2010 | ||
| Apr 1, 2009 | ||
| Mar 31, 2008 | ||
| Mar 27, 2007 | ||
| Mar 29, 2006 | ||
| Mar 31, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-01-31).