Brookfield Business Partners L.P. (BBU) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2016 to 2024
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BBU Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Brookfield Business Partners L.P. (BBU) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -62.9x, with a stock price of $31.46 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.15.
The current P/E is 311% below its 5-year average of 29.9x. Over the past five years, BBU's P/E has ranged from a low of 2.0x to a high of 438.9x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.9x, BBU trades at a 343% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 414 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 185.4x.
Relative to the broader market, BBU 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 BBU 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.
BBU P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $98B | 32.1 | 1.54 | +7% | |
| $90B | 43.1 | - | -29% | |
| $75B | 17.8Lowest | 0.24Best | -1% | |
| $18B | 23.3 | 1.33 | -21% | |
| $17B | 37.2 | - | +1779%Best | |
| $41B | 63.2 | 3.58 | -5% | |
| $21B | 32.6 | 7.01 | +10% | |
| $6B | 65.7 | - | -86% | |
| $18B | 27.8 | 0.52 | +0% | |
| $82B | 38.0 | - | +11% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
BBU Historical P/E Data (2016–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $23.30 | $8.26 | 2.8x | -90% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $18.85 | $6.96 | 2.7x | -91% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $22.10 | $7.60 | 2.9x | -90% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $20.58 | $10.09 | 2.0x | -93% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $15.20 | $4.51 | 3.4x | -88% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $17.23 | $3.83 | 4.5x | -84% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $18.62 | $7.18 | 2.6x | -91% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $16.96 | $4.71 | 3.6x | -88% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $19.46 | $3.43 | 5.7x | -80% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $21.19 | $4.61 | 4.6x | -84% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $30.72 | $0.07 | 438.9x | +1414% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $29.56 | $3.39 | 8.7x | -70% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 29.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BBU stock.
Is BBU stock overvalued or undervalued?
BBU trades at -62.9x P/E, below its 5-year average of 29.9x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does BBU's valuation compare to peers?
Brookfield Business Partners L.P. P/E of -62.9x compares to sector median of 25.9x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is BBU's PEG ratio?
BBU PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2016-2024.