Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (BKD) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2020 to 2020
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BKD Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (BKD) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -12.8x, with a stock price of $14.18 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.86.
The current P/E is 246% below its 5-year average of 8.8x. Over the past five years, BKD's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.9x to a high of 14.1x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Healthcare sector median P/E of 22.1x, BKD trades at a 158% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 242 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 178.0x.
Relative to the broader market, BKD 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.
BKD P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10B | 30.1 | 2.18 | +14% | |
| $5B | 58.5 | - | +69% | |
| $2B | 13.9Lowest | - | -29% | |
| $2B | 18.5 | 0.92Best | +23% | |
| $2B | 27.2 | - | +53% | |
| $41B | 160.4 | - | +184%Best | |
| $152B | 155.7 | - | -11% | |
| $14B | 23.7 | 1.02 | +25% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
BKD Historical P/E Data (2020–2020)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 Q4 | $4.43 | $0.43 | 10.3x | +18% | |
| FY2020 Q3 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $2.54 | $0.18 | 14.1x | +61% |
| FY2020 Q2 | $2.95 | $0.44 | 6.7x | -24% | |
| FY2020 Q1 | $3.12 | $0.79 | 3.9x | -55% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 8.8x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BKD stock.
Is BKD stock overvalued or undervalued?
BKD trades at -12.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 8.8x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does BKD's valuation compare to peers?
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. P/E of -12.8x compares to sector median of 22.1x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is BKD's PEG ratio?
BKD PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2020-2020.