AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1992 to 2025
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ALOT Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -7.4x, with a stock price of $14.27 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-2.19.
The current P/E is 116% below its 5-year average of 46.0x. Over the past five years, ALOT's P/E has ranged from a low of 13.8x to a high of 150.3x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 27.7x, ALOT trades at a 127% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 359 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 184.2x.
Relative to the broader market, ALOT trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
ALOT P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15B | 35.3 | 14.39 | -71% | |
| $2B | 77.3 | - | +33%Best | |
| $790M | 22.1Lowest | - | -25% | |
| $16B | 23.5 | - | -20% | |
| $11B | 96.9 | - | +10% | |
| $4B | 27.7 | 1.67Best | +18% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
ALOT Historical P/E Data (1992–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | Sat Nov 02 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.28 | $0.50 | 24.6x | -23% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sat Aug 03 2024 00:00:00 GM | $14.66 | $0.84 | 17.5x | -45% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sat Apr 27 2024 00:00:00 GM | $17.50 | $0.66 | 26.5x | -17% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Wed Jan 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $17.63 | $0.62 | 28.4x | -11% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sat Oct 28 2023 00:00:00 GM | $13.28 | $0.44 | 30.2x | -6% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Jul 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.73 | $0.11 | 133.9x | +319% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat Apr 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.71 | $0.41 | 35.9x | +12% |
| FY2023 Q4 | $13.25 | $0.36 | 36.9x | +15% | |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Oct 29 2022 00:00:00 GM | $11.95 | $0.08 | 150.3x | +370% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Apr 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $13.47 | $0.86 | 15.6x | -51% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Mon Jan 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $13.74 | $0.88 | 15.6x | -51% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sat Oct 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $16.50 | $1.10 | 15.0x | -53% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 32.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ALOT stock.
Is ALOT stock overvalued or undervalued?
ALOT trades at -7.4x P/E, below its 5-year average of 46.0x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does ALOT's valuation compare to peers?
AstroNova, Inc. P/E of -7.4x compares to sector median of 27.7x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is ALOT's PEG ratio?
ALOT PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1992-2025.