BuzzFeed, Inc. (BZFD) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2021 to 2021
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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 2, 2026, BuzzFeed, Inc. (BZFD) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -0.8x, with a stock price of $0.76 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.00.
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 15.1x, BZFD trades at a 106% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 108 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.5x to 181.8x.
Relative to the broader market, BZFD 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. Digital Media Publishers and Audio peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SPOTSpotify Technology S.A. | $106B | 43.3 | - | +83%Best |
TMETencent Music Entertainment Group | $10B | 23.6 | 1.93Best | +37% |
NAMIJinxin Technology Holding Company American Depositary Shares | $508M | 4.1Lowest | - | -73% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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Is BZFD stock overvalued or undervalued?
BZFD trades at -0.8x 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 -0.8x compares to sector median of 15.1x. 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.