B&G Foods, Inc. (BGS) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2007 to 2022
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BGS Valuation Context
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, B&G Foods, Inc. (BGS) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -10.0x, with a stock price of $5.38 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.54.
The current P/E is 163% below its 5-year average of 15.9x. Over the past five years, BGS's P/E has ranged from a low of 7.1x to a high of 40.7x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.6x, BGS trades at a 151% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 149 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 193.7x.
Relative to the broader market, BGS 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.
BGS P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1B | 47.9 | - | -46% | |
| $1B | 12.4 | 0.52Best | -26% | |
| $2B | 14.4 | 4.82 | +57%Best | |
| $6B | 10.4 | - | +6% | |
| $7B | 5.8Lowest | 0.84 | +0% | |
| $12B | 16.5 | 15.66 | +0% | |
| $11B | 23.8 | - | -41% | |
| $19B | 8.6 | 2.99 | -5% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
BGS Historical P/E Data (2007–2022)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2022 Q2 | Sat Jul 02 2022 00:00:00 GM | $24.16 | $0.59 | 40.7x | +85% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sat Apr 02 2022 00:00:00 GM | $26.84 | $0.97 | 27.7x | +26% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $30.73 | $1.04 | 29.5x | +34% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Sat Oct 02 2021 00:00:00 GM | $30.03 | $1.30 | 23.1x | +5% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Sat Jul 03 2021 00:00:00 GM | $31.04 | $1.70 | 18.3x | -17% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Sat Apr 03 2021 00:00:00 GM | $30.28 | $2.02 | 15.0x | -32% |
| FY2020 Q4 | $27.73 | $2.05 | 13.5x | -39% | |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sat Oct 03 2020 00:00:00 GM | $28.19 | $2.02 | 14.0x | -37% |
| FY2020 Q2 | Sat Jun 27 2020 00:00:00 GM | $24.30 | $1.78 | 13.7x | -38% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Sat Mar 28 2020 00:00:00 GM | $16.80 | $1.36 | 12.4x | -44% |
| FY2019 Q4 | $17.93 | $1.18 | 15.2x | -31% | |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sat Sep 28 2019 00:00:00 GM | $19.18 | $2.72 | 7.1x | -68% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 22.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BGS stock.
Is BGS stock overvalued or undervalued?
BGS trades at -10.0x P/E, below its 5-year average of 15.9x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does BGS's valuation compare to peers?
B&G Foods, Inc. P/E of -10.0x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is BGS's PEG ratio?
BGS PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2007-2022.