Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (BBBY) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1992 to 2022
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BBBY Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (BBBY) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -3.8x, with a stock price of $5.29 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.89.
The current P/E is 110% below its 5-year average of 37.9x. Over the past five years, BBBY's P/E has ranged from a low of 2.7x to a high of 337.2x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.6x, BBBY trades at a 119% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 301 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.0x.
Relative to the broader market, BBBY 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.
BBBY P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $23B | 21.1 | 1.36 | +1% | |
| $59B | 16.0 | - | -8% | |
| $2B | 6.1Lowest | - | +144%Best | |
| $6B | 8.5 | - | +12% | |
| $20B | 33.3 | - | +22% | |
| $173B | 31.9 | 0.24Best | +15% | |
| $3.0T | 38.3 | 1.37 | +30% | |
| $1.0T | 47.6 | 4.33 | +13% | |
| $6B | 46.7 | - | -41% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
BBBY Historical P/E Data (1992–2022)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2022 Q3 | Sat Nov 26 2022 00:00:00 GM | $25.39 | $0.20 | 128.1x | +427% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sat Aug 27 2022 00:00:00 GM | $26.11 | $1.64 | 15.9x | -34% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sat May 28 2022 00:00:00 GM | $32.31 | $2.36 | 13.7x | -44% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Sat Feb 26 2022 00:00:00 GM | $53.98 | $2.49 | 21.7x | -11% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Sat Nov 27 2021 00:00:00 GM | $92.18 | $2.06 | 44.8x | +84% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Sat Aug 28 2021 00:00:00 GM | $73.48 | $1.92 | 38.2x | +57% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Sat May 29 2021 00:00:00 GM | $85.43 | $1.92 | 44.5x | +83% |
| FY2020 Q4 | Sat Feb 27 2021 00:00:00 GM | $67.17 | $1.19 | 56.6x | +133% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sat Nov 28 2020 00:00:00 GM | $69.33 | $0.21 | 337.2x | +1287% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sat Nov 25 2017 00:00:00 GM | $63.95 | $3.01 | 21.3x | -13% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Sat Aug 26 2017 00:00:00 GM | $20.50 | $3.89 | 5.3x | -78% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Sat May 27 2017 00:00:00 GM | $14.40 | $4.33 | 3.3x | -86% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 24.3x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BBBY stock.
Is BBBY stock overvalued or undervalued?
BBBY trades at -3.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 37.9x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does BBBY's valuation compare to peers?
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. P/E of -3.8x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is BBBY's PEG ratio?
BBBY PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1992-2022.