Ambarella, Inc. (AMBA) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2013 to 2019
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Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of March 1, 2026, Ambarella, Inc. (AMBA) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -21.2x, with a stock price of $60.34 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1.87.
The current P/E is 144% below its 5-year average of 47.8x. Over the past five years, AMBA's P/E has ranged from a low of 17.6x to a high of 258.8x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 25.2x, AMBA trades at a 184% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 345 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 199.1x.
Relative to the broader market, AMBA trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 26.2x. 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.
Peer Comparison
P/E metrics vs. Compute Processors and AI Accelerators peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NVDANVIDIA Corporation | $4.3T | 36.2 | 0.38Best | +67% |
AMDAdvanced Micro Devices, Inc. | $326B | 75.6 | 14.62 | +165% |
ICGIntchains Group Limited | $81M | 5.0Lowest | - | +491%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
Historical P/E Data
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2019 Q1 | Mon Apr 30 2018 00:00:00 GM | $46.59 | $0.18 | 258.8x | +485% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Wed Jan 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $50.40 | $0.55 | 91.6x | +107% |
| FY2018 Q3 | $56.44 | $1.04 | 54.3x | +23% | |
| FY2018 Q2 | Mon Jul 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $50.05 | $1.54 | 32.5x | -27% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Sun Apr 30 2017 00:00:00 GM | $56.22 | $1.69 | 33.3x | -25% |
| FY2017 Q4 | $49.61 | $1.67 | 29.7x | -33% | |
| FY2017 Q3 | Mon Oct 31 2016 00:00:00 GM | $61.37 | $1.29 | 47.6x | +8% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Sun Jul 31 2016 00:00:00 GM | $57.98 | $1.32 | 43.9x | -1% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Sat Apr 30 2016 00:00:00 GM | $41.10 | $1.75 | 23.5x | -47% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Sun Jan 31 2016 00:00:00 GM | $39.68 | $2.26 | 17.6x | -60% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sat Oct 31 2015 00:00:00 GM | $49.44 | $2.64 | 18.7x | -58% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Fri Jul 31 2015 00:00:00 GM | $115.87 | $2.34 | 49.5x | +12% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 44.2x
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Is AMBA stock overvalued or undervalued?
AMBA trades at -21.2x P/E, below its 5-year average of 47.8x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does AMBA's valuation compare to peers?
Ambarella, Inc. P/E of -21.2x compares to sector median of 25.2x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is AMBA's PEG ratio?
AMBA PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2013-2019.