Investors Appear Satisfied With Hybrid Software Group PLC's (EBR:HYSG) Prospects

There wouldn't be many who think Hybrid Software Group PLC's (EBR:HYSG) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 2.5x is worth a mention when the median P/S for the Software industry in Belgium is similar at about 2.2x. However, investors might be overlooking a clear opportunity or potential setback if there is no rational basis for the P/S.

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What Does Hybrid Software Group's P/S Mean For Shareholders?

With revenue growth that's inferior to most other companies of late, Hybrid Software Group has been relatively sluggish. One possibility is that the P/S ratio is moderate because investors think this lacklustre revenue performance will turn around. However, if this isn't the case, investors might get caught out paying too much for the stock.

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Do Revenue Forecasts Match The P/S Ratio?

The only time you'd be comfortable seeing a P/S like Hybrid Software Group's is when the company's growth is tracking the industry closely.

If we review the last year of revenue growth, the company posted a worthy increase of 7.2%. The solid recent performance means it was also able to grow revenue by 6.1% in total over the last three years. Therefore, it's fair to say the revenue growth recently has been respectable for the company.

Turning to the outlook, the next three years should generate growth of 12% per year as estimated by the only analyst watching the company. That's shaping up to be similar to the 12% per annum growth forecast for the broader industry.

In light of this, it's understandable that Hybrid Software Group's P/S sits in line with the majority of other companies. It seems most investors are expecting to see average future growth and are only willing to pay a moderate amount for the stock.

What Does Hybrid Software Group's P/S Mean For Investors?

While the price-to-sales ratio shouldn't be the defining factor in whether you buy a stock or not, it's quite a capable barometer of revenue expectations.

A Hybrid Software Group's P/S seems about right to us given the knowledge that analysts are forecasting a revenue outlook that is similar to the Software industry. Right now shareholders are comfortable with the P/S as they are quite confident future revenue won't throw up any surprises. All things considered, if the P/S and revenue estimates contain no major shocks, then it's hard to see the share price moving strongly in either direction in the near future.

You always need to take note of risks, for example - Hybrid Software Group has 1 warning sign we think you should be aware of.

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