Banc of California, Inc. (BANC) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2003 to 2025
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BANC Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Banc of California, Inc. (BANC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 16.4x, with a stock price of $19.39 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.43.
The current P/E is 30% below its 5-year average of 23.6x. Over the past five years, BANC's P/E has ranged from a low of 7.1x to a high of 70.4x, placing the current valuation at the 55th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.4x, BANC trades at a 23% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 779 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.8x.
Relative to the broader market, BANC 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our BANC 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.
BANC P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $9B | 9.5Lowest | 0.82 | +23% | |
| $17B | 13.2 | 0.69Best | +14% | |
| $3B | 13.6 | 4.27 | +6% | |
| $10B | 16.7 | 5.60 | +1% | |
| $9B | 12.9 | 3.65 | +14% | |
| $11B | 16.8 | 1.86 | +5% | |
| $12B | 13.3 | - | +38%Best | |
| $26B | 12.0 | 0.80 | +14% | |
| $7B | 13.1 | - | -10% | |
| $10B | 14.7 | 1.63 | +2% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
BANC Historical P/E Data (2003–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $19.29 | $1.18 | 16.3x | -88% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $16.55 | $1.04 | 15.9x | -89% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $14.05 | $0.65 | 21.5x | -85% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $14.19 | $0.65 | 21.7x | -84% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $15.46 | $0.51 | 30.1x | -78% | |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $12.38 | $1.75 | 7.1x | -95% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $11.58 | $1.41 | 8.2x | -94% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $12.53 | $1.53 | 8.2x | -94% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $15.93 | $1.88 | 8.5x | -94% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $15.97 | $1.57 | 10.2x | -93% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $17.62 | $1.59 | 11.1x | -92% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $19.36 | $1.50 | 12.9x | -91% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 139.3x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BANC stock.
Is BANC stock overvalued or undervalued?
BANC trades at 16.4x P/E, below its 5-year average of 23.6x. At the 55th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does BANC's valuation compare to peers?
Banc of California, Inc. P/E of 16.4x compares to sector median of 13.4x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is BANC's PEG ratio?
BANC PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2003-2025.