Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2015 to 2026
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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, Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 18.4x, with a stock price of $144.11 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $51.48.
The current P/E is 328% above its 5-year average of 4.3x. Over the past five years, BABA's P/E has ranged from a low of 0.8x to a high of 25.6x, placing the current valuation at the 95th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 18.8x, BABA is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 304 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 189.6x.
Relative to the broader market, BABA 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. General Online Marketplaces peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BABAAlibaba Group Holding Limited | $2.7T | 18.4 | - | +71% |
AMZNAmazon.com, Inc. | $2.3T | 29.3 | 1.05 | +30% |
PDDPDD Holdings Inc. | $578B | 9.4 | - | +85% |
MELIMercadoLibre, Inc. | $89B | 44.6 | - | +5% |
EBAYeBay Inc. | $41B | 20.9 | - | +10% |
JDJD.com, Inc. | $8B | 6.8Lowest | 0.25Best | +77% |
SESea Limited | $5B | 148.6 | - | +192%Best |
CPNGCoupang, Inc. | $3B | 173.5 | - | +30% |
HOURHour Loop, Inc. | $67M | 102.1 | - | +127% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | $178.73 | $52.32 | 3.4x | -32% | |
| FY2026 Q1 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $113.41 | $61.76 | 1.8x | -63% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $132.23 | $53.68 | 2.5x | -51% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $84.79 | $49.76 | 1.7x | -66% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $106.12 | $35.04 | 3.0x | -40% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $72.00 | $28.56 | 2.5x | -50% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $72.36 | $31.36 | 2.3x | -54% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $77.51 | $40.24 | 1.9x | -62% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $86.74 | $54.08 | 1.6x | -68% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $83.35 | $35.28 | 2.4x | -53% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $102.18 | $31.04 | 3.3x | -34% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $88.09 | $13.92 | 6.3x | +26% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 5.0x
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Is BABA stock overvalued or undervalued?
BABA trades at 18.4x P/E, above its 5-year average of 4.3x. The 95th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does BABA's valuation compare to peers?
Alibaba Group Holding Limited P/E of 18.4x compares to sector median of 18.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is BABA's PEG ratio?
BABA PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2015-2026.