American Vanguard Corporation (AVD) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1991 to 2024
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AVD Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, American Vanguard Corporation (AVD) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -1.7x, with a stock price of $2.91 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1.59.
The current P/E is 105% below its 5-year average of 34.2x. Over the past five years, AVD's P/E has ranged from a low of 19.7x to a high of 73.4x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Basic Materials sector median P/E of 22.9x, AVD trades at a 107% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 125 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 2.1x to 135.9x.
Relative to the broader market, AVD trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. 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.
AVD P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $221M | 5.3Lowest | - | +17% | |
| $47M | 13.4 | - | -29% | |
| $2B | 16.6 | 0.52Best | +229%Best | |
| $835M | 14.0 | 7.44 | +11% | |
| $55B | 51.1 | 4.28 | +23% | |
| $2B | 78.3 | - | +33% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
AVD Historical P/E Data (1991–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.95 | $0.25 | 51.2x | +101% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $10.97 | $0.26 | 42.4x | +66% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $10.93 | $0.15 | 73.4x | +188% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $17.87 | $0.39 | 45.9x | +80% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $21.88 | $0.66 | 33.4x | +31% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $21.71 | $0.92 | 23.6x | -7% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $18.70 | $0.95 | 19.7x | -23% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $22.35 | $0.90 | 24.8x | -2% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $20.32 | $0.84 | 24.2x | -5% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $16.39 | $0.61 | 26.9x | +6% |
| FY2021 Q3 | $15.05 | $0.71 | 21.2x | -17% | |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $17.51 | $0.63 | 27.8x | +9% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 25.5x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying AVD stock.
Is AVD stock overvalued or undervalued?
AVD trades at -1.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 34.2x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does AVD's valuation compare to peers?
American Vanguard Corporation P/E of -1.7x compares to sector median of 22.9x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is AVD's PEG ratio?
AVD PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1991-2024.