Saul Centers, Inc. (BFS) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1994 to 2025
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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, Saul Centers, Inc. (BFS) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.9x, with a stock price of $34.08 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.61.
The current P/E is roughly in line with its 5-year average of 22.2x. Over the past five years, BFS's P/E has ranged from a low of 12.6x to a high of 31.2x, placing the current valuation at the 35th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 23.4x, BFS is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 170 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.8x to 176.8x.
Relative to the broader market, BFS 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. Open-Air Shopping Centers peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
KIMKimco Realty Corporation | $16B | 42.8 | - | -46% |
REGRegency Centers Corporation | $14B | 37.4 | 4.63 | +3% |
BRXBrixmor Property Group Inc. | $9B | 24.2 | - | +13% |
KRGKite Realty Group Trust | $5B | 18.9 | - | +7359%Best |
PECOPhillips Edison & Company, Inc. | $5B | 77.0 | - | +6% |
CURBCurbline Properties Corp. | $3B | 75.2 | - | +289% |
IVTInvenTrust Properties Corp. | $2B | 22.0 | - | +647% |
BFSSaul Centers, Inc. | $835M | 20.9 | - | -6% |
SITCSITE Centers Corp. | $323M | 1.8Lowest | 0.05Best | -65% |
CDR-PBCedar Realty Trust, Inc. | $260M | 135.3 | - | +122% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | $31.87 | $1.27 | 25.1x | +1% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $34.14 | $1.44 | 23.7x | -5% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $36.07 | $1.59 | 22.7x | -9% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $38.80 | $1.75 | 22.2x | -11% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $41.96 | $1.96 | 21.4x | -14% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $36.77 | $1.78 | 20.7x | -17% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $38.49 | $1.73 | 22.2x | -11% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $39.27 | $2.24 | 17.5x | -30% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $35.27 | $2.79 | 12.6x | -49% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $36.83 | $2.75 | 13.4x | -46% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $39.00 | $2.75 | 14.2x | -43% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $40.68 | $2.23 | 18.2x | -27% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 24.9x
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Is BFS stock overvalued or undervalued?
BFS trades at 20.9x P/E, near its 5-year average of 22.2x. The 35th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does BFS's valuation compare to peers?
Saul Centers, Inc. P/E of 20.9x compares to sector median of 23.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is BFS's PEG ratio?
BFS PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1994-2025.