Barnwell Industries, Inc. (BRN) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1991 to 2024
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BRN Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Barnwell Industries, Inc. (BRN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -1.6x, with a stock price of $1.11 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 173 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 3.2x to 186.1x.
Relative to the broader market, BRN trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. 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.
BRN P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $243M | 4.9 | 4.84 | +49%Best | |
| $2B | 3.2Lowest | 0.15Best | -6% | |
| $2B | 29.5 | 0.55 | -5% | |
| $80B | 22.6 | - | -24% | |
| $33B | 26.1 | - | -47% | |
| $63B | 24.4 | - | -13% | |
| $2B | 84.1 | - | -33% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
BRN Historical P/E Data (1991–2024)
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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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BRN stock.
Is BRN stock overvalued or undervalued?
BRN trades at -1.6x 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 -1.6x 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.