BuzzFeed, Inc. (BZFD) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2021 to 2021
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BZFD Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, BuzzFeed, Inc. (BZFD) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -0.5x, with a stock price of $0.82 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1.54.
The current P/E is 101% below its 5-year average of 70.7x. Over the past five years, BZFD's P/E has ranged from a low of 70.7x to a high of 70.7x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.4x, BZFD trades at a 103% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 108 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 179.7x.
Relative to the broader market, BZFD 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.
BZFD 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 | 4.9Lowest | 4.84 | +49% | |
| $13B | 38.4 | 1.35 | +18% | |
| $15B | 13.1 | - | +350%Best | |
| $4.8T | 36.8 | 1.23Best | +34% | |
| $1.6T | 26.3 | 1.43 | -2% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
BZFD Historical P/E Data (2021–2021)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $39.44 | $0.56 | 70.7x | +0% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 70.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BZFD stock.
Is BZFD stock overvalued or undervalued?
BZFD trades at -0.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 70.7x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does BZFD's valuation compare to peers?
BuzzFeed, Inc. P/E of -0.5x compares to sector median of 15.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is BZFD's PEG ratio?
BZFD PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2021-2021.