Barnwell Industries, Inc. (BRN) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1991 to 2024
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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, Barnwell Industries, Inc. (BRN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -1.7x, with a stock price of $1.14 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.60.
The current P/E is 103% below its 5-year average of 49.4x. Over the past five years, BRN's P/E has ranged from a low of 2.4x to a high of 627.8x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 16.8x, BRN trades at a 110% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 180 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.9x to 146.4x.
Relative to the broader market, BRN 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. Canadian oil sands and heavy oil producers peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CNQCanadian Natural Resources Limited | $91B | 21.0 | 4.51Best | -24% |
BTEBaytex Energy Corp. | $3B | 17.5 | - | +191%Best |
GFRGreenfire Resources Ltd. | $745M | 4.8Lowest | - | +168% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q4 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $2.26 | $0.00 | 627.8x | +1540% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $2.20 | $0.22 | 9.8x | -74% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $2.96 | $0.55 | 5.3x | -86% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $2.64 | $0.55 | 4.8x | -88% |
| FY2022 Q3 | $2.35 | $0.73 | 3.2x | -92% | |
| FY2022 Q2 | $2.57 | $1.07 | 2.4x | -94% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $2.91 | $0.76 | 3.8x | -90% |
| FY2021 Q4 | $3.03 | $0.72 | 4.2x | -89% | |
| FY2021 Q3 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $3.31 | $0.64 | 5.2x | -86% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Sat Sep 30 2017 00:00:00 GM | $1.80 | $0.14 | 12.6x | -67% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Fri Mar 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $1.92 | $0.05 | 38.9x | +2% |
| FY2016 Q3 | $1.55 | $0.07 | 21.1x | -45% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 38.3x
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Is BRN stock overvalued or undervalued?
BRN trades at -1.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 49.4x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does BRN's valuation compare to peers?
Barnwell Industries, Inc. P/E of -1.7x compares to sector median of 16.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is BRN's PEG ratio?
BRN PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1991-2024.