Ambac Financial Group, Inc. (AMBC) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 4.3x vs 5Y avg 9.2x · 65th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 2014–2024
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 23, 2026, Ambac Financial Group, Inc. (AMBC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 4.3x, with a stock price of $6.13 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-16.22.
The current P/E is 53% below its 5-year average of 9.2x. Over the past five years, AMBC's P/E has ranged from a low of 0.8x to a high of 96.9x, placing the current valuation at the 65th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.6x, AMBC trades at a 68% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 783 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 196.5x.
Relative to the broader market, AMBC trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.3x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our AMBC DCF Valuation Calculator →
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.
AMBC Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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AMBC P/E vs Peers
Financial Guaranty and Credit Enhancement peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 7.5Lowest | 0.39Best | +48% | |
| $77B | 30.5 | 3.25 | +21% | |
| $5B | 8.5 | 0.54 | +6% | |
| $5B | 8.5 | 0.70 | +1% | |
| $6B | 8.4 | 0.43 | +9% | |
| $3B | 7.7 | 0.42 | +11% | |
| $4B | 8.6 | - | +59%Best | |
| $79B | 32.7 | 4.20 | +21% | |
| $121B | 27.8 | 3.19 | +19% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
AMBC Historical P/E Data (2014–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $12.82 | $1.58 | 8.1x | -8% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $15.63 | $1.32 | 11.8x | +34% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $16.48 | $0.17 | 96.9x | +999% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $12.06 | $4.27 | 2.8x | -68% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $14.24 | $10.28 | 1.4x | -84% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $15.48 | $10.67 | 1.5x | -84% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $17.44 | $10.52 | 1.7x | -81% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $12.75 | $6.19 | 2.1x | -77% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $17.24 | $5.86 | 2.9x | -67% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $20.42 | $5.88 | 3.5x | -61% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $19.85 | $2.16 | 9.2x | +4% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $15.68 | $2.23 | 7.0x | -20% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $22.50 | $1.63 | 13.8x | +56% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $18.39 | $12.28 | 1.5x | -83% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $16.46 | $1.40 | 11.8x | +33% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $15.80 | $6.16 | 2.6x | -71% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $14.09 | $10.52 | 1.3x | -85% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $14.47 | $11.69 | 1.2x | -86% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $16.64 | $22.12 | 0.8x | -91% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $24.20 | $11.46 | 2.1x | -76% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $24.50 | $10.20 | 2.4x | -73% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $22.10 | $1.96 | 11.3x | +28% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $27.31 | $5.17 | 5.3x | -40% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 8.8x
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AMBC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying AMBC stock.
What is AMBC's P/E ratio?
Ambac Financial Group, Inc. (AMBC) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 4.3x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-16.22. The 5-year average P/E is 9.2x and the historical range spans 0.8x to 96.9x.
Is AMBC stock overvalued or undervalued?
AMBC trades at 4.3x P/E, below its 5-year average of 9.2x. At the 65th percentile of its historical range (0.8x–96.9x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is AMBC stock expensive?
No, AMBC is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 4.3x is below the 5-year average of 9.2x and sits at the 65th percentile of its valuation range.
What is AMBC's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, AMBC's P/E ratio has ranged from 0.8x to 96.9x, with a median of 2.8x and an average of 9.2x. The current P/E of 4.3x places the stock at the 65th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2014–2024.
How does AMBC's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
AMBC trades at 4.3x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.3x. The 82% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does AMBC's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Ambac Financial Group, Inc. P/E of 4.3x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 13.6x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is AMBC's PEG ratio?
AMBC PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 4.3x and EPS growth of -6050.0%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is AMBC's earnings yield?
AMBC earnings yield is 23.16%, the inverse of its 4.3x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.