Ark Restaurants Corp. (ARKR) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1992 to 2023
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ARKR Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Ark Restaurants Corp. (ARKR) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -2.3x, with a stock price of $7.40 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-3.81.
The current P/E is 116% below its 5-year average of 15.0x. Over the past five years, ARKR's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.8x to a high of 27.8x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.4x, ARKR trades at a 112% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 302 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.2x.
Relative to the broader market, ARKR 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.
ARKR P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10B | 25.9 | 0.38 | -6% | |
| $3B | 19.8 | - | -4% | |
| $859M | 18.9 | - | +209%Best | |
| $952M | 17.3 | 1.33 | +22% | |
| $23B | 22.0 | - | +4% | |
| $6B | 17.6 | 0.26Best | +145% | |
| $678M | 126.0 | - | +104% | |
| $696M | 15.1Lowest | - | +13% | |
| $322M | 15.2 | - | +17% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
ARKR Historical P/E Data (1992–2023)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Jul 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $18.50 | $1.49 | 12.4x | -38% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Apr 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $17.67 | $2.07 | 8.5x | -58% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $16.56 | $2.43 | 6.8x | -66% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $18.59 | $2.57 | 7.2x | -64% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sat Jul 02 2022 00:00:00 GM | $18.00 | $4.25 | 4.2x | -79% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sat Apr 02 2022 00:00:00 GM | $18.25 | $3.52 | 5.2x | -74% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sat Jan 01 2022 00:00:00 GM | $16.83 | $4.38 | 3.8x | -81% |
| FY2021 Q4 | $15.70 | $3.55 | 4.4x | -78% | |
| FY2021 Q3 | Sat Jul 03 2021 00:00:00 GM | $19.53 | $1.12 | 17.4x | -13% |
| FY2020 Q2 | Sat Mar 28 2020 00:00:00 GM | $13.50 | $0.88 | 15.3x | -24% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Sat Dec 28 2019 00:00:00 GM | $22.00 | $1.20 | 18.3x | -9% |
| FY2019 Q4 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $20.90 | $0.75 | 27.8x | +38% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 20.1x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ARKR stock.
Is ARKR stock overvalued or undervalued?
ARKR trades at -2.3x P/E, below its 5-year average of 15.0x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does ARKR's valuation compare to peers?
Ark Restaurants Corp. P/E of -2.3x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is ARKR's PEG ratio?
ARKR PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1992-2023.