Burford Capital Limited (BUR) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2016 to 2025
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BUR Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Burford Capital Limited (BUR) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 7.8x, with a stock price of $5.17 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.39.
The current P/E is 79% below its 5-year average of 38.2x. Over the past five years, BUR's P/E has ranged from a low of 2.4x to a high of 278.2x, placing the current valuation at the 32th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.1x, BUR trades at a 40% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 775 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.8x.
Relative to the broader market, BUR 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our BUR DCF Valuation Calculator →
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.
BUR P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $888M | 12.4 | 1.40 | -49% | |
| $2B | 7.5Lowest | 0.73 | +287%Best | |
| $1B | 24.9 | - | -4% | |
| $23B | 11.8 | 0.41Best | -12% | |
| $1B | 75.9 | 4.53 | -50% | |
| $15B | 2107.2 | - | -95% | |
| $88B | 27.1 | 3.05 | +21% | |
| $43B | 37.8 | 2.23 | +11% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
BUR Historical P/E Data (2016–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | $11.96 | $0.38 | 31.3x | -18% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $14.26 | $1.08 | 13.2x | -65% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $13.21 | $0.93 | 14.2x | -63% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $12.75 | $0.65 | 19.6x | -49% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $13.26 | $1.16 | 11.4x | -70% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $13.05 | $0.45 | 28.8x | -24% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $15.97 | $0.58 | 27.4x | -28% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $15.60 | $0.51 | 30.4x | -20% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $12.18 | $0.06 | 195.8x | +413% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $8.15 | $0.03 | 278.2x | +629% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $10.56 | $0.62 | 17.0x | -55% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $10.39 | $0.58 | 17.8x | -53% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 38.2x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BUR stock.
Is BUR stock overvalued or undervalued?
BUR trades at 7.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 38.2x. At the 32th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does BUR's valuation compare to peers?
Burford Capital Limited P/E of 7.8x compares to sector median of 13.1x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is BUR's PEG ratio?
BUR PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2016-2025.