Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (CALM) P/E Ratio History
Premium ValuationTrading at 51.4x vs 5Y avg 40.2x · 85th percentile · Premium to historical baseline · Data 1997–2027
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of November 7, 2026, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (CALM) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 51.4x, with a stock price of $64.60 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.26.
The current P/E is 28% above its 5-year average of 40.2x. Over the past five years, CALM's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.1x to a high of 499.0x, placing the current valuation at the 85th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 18.4x, CALM trades at a 179% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 134 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 147.6x.
The PEG ratio of 0.29 (P/E divided by -73% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, CALM commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 21.8x. 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 CALM 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.
CALM Cross-Benchmark Valuation
How does the current P/E compare to sector peers and the broader market?
CALM P/E vs Peers
Meat & Protein Producers peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $21B | 29.6 | - | -40% | |
| $12B | 35.3 | - | -41% | |
| $7B | 21.3 | 0.34Best | -1% | |
| $2B | 11.1 | - | -35% | |
| $6B | 10.4Lowest | 0.62 | +15%Best | |
| $19B | 16.6 | - | -39% | |
| $34B | 13.6 | - | -39% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
CALM Historical P/E Data (1997–2027)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2027 Q1 | Aug 29 2026 | $80.21 | $1.17 | 68.6x | +99% |
| FY2026 Q4 | May 30 2026 | $74.72 | $6.55 | 11.4x | -67% |
| FY2026 Q3 | Feb 28 2026 | $87.11 | $14.35 | 6.1x | -82% |
| FY2026 Q2 | Nov 29 2025 | $83.32 | $23.67 | 3.5x | -90% |
| FY2026 Q1 | Aug 30 2025 | $115.64 | $26.01 | 4.4x | -87% |
| FY2025 Q4 | May 31 2025 | $95.93 | $24.95 | 3.8x | -89% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Mar 01 2025 | $90.39 | $20.23 | 4.5x | -87% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Nov 30 2024 | $97.61 | $12.85 | 7.6x | -78% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Aug 31 2024 | $72.04 | $8.73 | 8.3x | -76% |
| FY2024 Q4 | May 31 2024 | $61.67 | $5.69 | 10.8x | -68% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mar 02 2024 | $55.80 | $5.64 | 9.9x | -71% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Dec 02 2023 | $49.26 | $9.26 | 5.3x | -85% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sep 02 2023 | $47.70 | $12.98 | 3.7x | -89% |
| FY2023 Q4 | May 31 2023 | $47.55 | $15.53 | 3.1x | -91% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Feb 25 2023 | $58.39 | $15.51 | 3.8x | -89% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Nov 26 2022 | $57.85 | $9.70 | 6.0x | -83% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Aug 27 2022 | $54.84 | $5.65 | 9.7x | -72% |
| FY2022 Q4 | - | $47.73 | $2.71 | 17.6x | -49% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Feb 26 2022 | $44.16 | $0.38 | 117.3x | +241% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Aug 28 2021 | $36.18 | $0.07 | 499.0x | +1352% |
| FY2021 Q4 | May 31 2021 | $34.91 | $0.04 | 821.4x | +2290% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Feb 27 2021 | $38.10 | $1.37 | 27.8x | -19% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Nov 28 2020 | $39.25 | $1.37 | 28.6x | -17% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Aug 29 2020 | $41.12 | $0.91 | 45.2x | +31% |
| FY2020 Q4 | May 31 2020 | $44.56 | $0.37 | 120.4x | +250% |
| FY2019 Q4 | May 31 2019 | $37.02 | $1.12 | 33.1x | -4% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Mar 02 2019 | $44.29 | $3.01 | 14.7x | -57% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Dec 01 2018 | $46.72 | $4.18 | 11.2x | -67% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Sep 01 2018 | $49.45 | $3.19 | 15.5x | -55% |
| FY2018 Q4 | - | $48.05 | $2.60 | 18.5x | -46% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Mar 03 2018 | $43.50 | $0.61 | 71.3x | +107% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Nov 26 2016 | $40.35 | $0.20 | 201.8x | +487% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Aug 27 2016 | $44.08 | $2.94 | 15.0x | -56% |
| FY2016 Q4 | - | $44.50 | $6.53 | 6.8x | -80% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Feb 27 2016 | $52.44 | $7.49 | 7.0x | -80% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Nov 28 2015 | $55.97 | $7.21 | 7.8x | -77% |
| FY2016 Q1 | Aug 29 2015 | $50.25 | $5.71 | 8.8x | -74% |
| FY2015 Q4 | May 31 2015 | $56.69 | $3.33 | 17.0x | -50% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Feb 28 2015 | $37.63 | $3.03 | 12.4x | -64% |
| FY2015 Q2 | Nov 29 2014 | $41.88 | $2.87 | 14.6x | -58% |
| FY2015 Q1 | Aug 30 2014 | $39.56 | $2.65 | 14.9x | -57% |
| FY2014 Q4 | May 31 2014 | $34.88 | $2.26 | 15.4x | -55% |
| FY2014 Q3 | Mar 01 2014 | $26.29 | $1.53 | 17.2x | -50% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Nov 30 2013 | $27.48 | $1.28 | 21.5x | -38% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Aug 31 2013 | $22.82 | $1.04 | 21.9x | -36% |
| FY2013 Q4 | May 31 2013 | $22.37 | $1.06 | 21.1x | -39% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Mar 02 2013 | $20.41 | $1.92 | 10.6x | -69% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Dec 01 2012 | $22.99 | $1.83 | 12.6x | -63% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Sep 01 2012 | $20.09 | $2.02 | 9.9x | -71% |
| FY2012 Q4 | - | $17.77 | $1.89 | 9.4x | -73% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Feb 25 2012 | $19.56 | $1.25 | 15.6x | -55% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Nov 26 2011 | $15.59 | $1.41 | 11.1x | -68% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Aug 27 2011 | $15.10 | $1.24 | 12.2x | -64% |
| FY2011 Q4 | - | $14.91 | $1.27 | 11.7x | -66% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Feb 26 2011 | $14.24 | $1.56 | 9.1x | -73% |
| FY2011 Q2 | Nov 27 2010 | $15.54 | $1.59 | 9.8x | -72% |
| FY2011 Q1 | Aug 28 2010 | $15.75 | $1.61 | 9.8x | -72% |
| FY2010 Q4 | May 31 2010 | $16.18 | $1.43 | 11.3x | -67% |
| FY2010 Q3 | Feb 27 2010 | $16.03 | $1.21 | 13.3x | -61% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Nov 28 2009 | $13.71 | $1.13 | 12.1x | -65% |
| FY2010 Q1 | Aug 29 2009 | $14.48 | $1.36 | 10.7x | -69% |
| FY2009 Q4 | May 31 2009 | $12.19 | $1.68 | 7.3x | -79% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Feb 28 2009 | $11.14 | $2.23 | 5.0x | -85% |
| FY2009 Q2 | Nov 29 2008 | $12.61 | $2.79 | 4.5x | -87% |
| FY2009 Q1 | Aug 30 2008 | $19.75 | $3.07 | 6.4x | -81% |
| FY2008 Q4 | May 31 2008 | $15.60 | $3.21 | 4.9x | -86% |
| FY2008 Q3 | Mar 01 2008 | $17.25 | $2.83 | 6.1x | -82% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Dec 01 2007 | $12.32 | $1.99 | 6.2x | -82% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Sep 01 2007 | $9.89 | $1.28 | 7.7x | -78% |
| FY2007 Q4 | - | $6.68 | $0.78 | 8.6x | -75% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Mar 03 2007 | $6.03 | $0.39 | 15.6x | -54% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Dec 02 2006 | $3.98 | $0.19 | 21.5x | -38% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Sep 02 2006 | $3.55 | $0.03 | 114.9x | +234% |
| FY2005 Q3 | Feb 26 2005 | $4.94 | $0.27 | 18.2x | -47% |
| FY2005 Q2 | Nov 27 2004 | $6.69 | $0.71 | 9.4x | -73% |
| FY2005 Q1 | Aug 28 2004 | $5.55 | $1.18 | 4.7x | -86% |
| FY2004 Q4 | May 31 2004 | $6.90 | $1.36 | 5.1x | -85% |
| FY2004 Q3 | Feb 28 2004 | $9.37 | $1.10 | 8.5x | -75% |
| FY2004 Q2 | Nov 29 2003 | $5.28 | $0.77 | 6.8x | -80% |
| FY2004 Q1 | Aug 30 2003 | $1.80 | $0.45 | 4.0x | -88% |
| FY2003 Q4 | May 31 2003 | $1.31 | $0.26 | 5.1x | -85% |
| FY2003 Q3 | Mar 01 2003 | $0.94 | $0.13 | 7.5x | -78% |
| FY2002 Q1 | Sep 01 2001 | $0.94 | $0.07 | 14.2x | -59% |
| FY2001 Q4 | - | $1.25 | $0.14 | 8.8x | -74% |
| FY2001 Q3 | Mar 03 2001 | $1.17 | $0.02 | 49.4x | +44% |
| FY1999 Q4 | May 31 1999 | $1.38 | $0.06 | 23.8x | -31% |
| FY1999 Q3 | Feb 27 1999 | $1.31 | $0.06 | 21.0x | -39% |
| FY1999 Q2 | Nov 28 1998 | $1.28 | $0.02 | 64.6x | +88% |
| FY1999 Q1 | Aug 29 1998 | $1.25 | $0.02 | 63.1x | +84% |
| FY1998 Q4 | May 31 1998 | $1.34 | $0.03 | 48.6x | +41% |
| FY1998 Q3 | Feb 28 1998 | $1.59 | $0.05 | 30.6x | -11% |
| FY1998 Q2 | Nov 29 1997 | $1.53 | $0.08 | 18.1x | -47% |
| FY1998 Q1 | Aug 30 1997 | $1.69 | $0.11 | 15.4x | -55% |
| FY1997 Q4 | May 31 1997 | $1.69 | $0.15 | 11.0x | -68% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 34.4x
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CALM — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CALM stock.
What is CALM's P/E ratio?
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (CALM) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 51.4x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $1.26. The 5-year average P/E is 40.2x and the historical range spans 3.1x to 499.0x.
Is CALM stock overvalued or undervalued?
CALM trades at 51.4x P/E, above its 5-year average of 40.2x. The 85th percentile ranking within the 3.1x–499.0x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is CALM stock expensive?
Yes, CALM is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 51.4x is above the 5-year average of 40.2x and also above the Consumer Defensive sector median of 18.4x. The stock sits at the 85th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is CALM's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, CALM's P/E ratio has ranged from 3.1x to 499.0x, with a median of 7.6x and an average of 40.2x. The current P/E of 51.4x places the stock at the 85th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1997–2027.
How does CALM's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
CALM trades at 51.4x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 21.8x. The 136% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does CALM's valuation compare to Consumer Defensive peers?
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. P/E of 51.4x compares to the Consumer Defensive sector median of 18.4x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is CALM's PEG ratio?
CALM PEG ratio is 0.29, based on a P/E of 51.4x and EPS growth of -73.4%. A PEG below 1.0 indicates the valuation is supported by the earnings growth rate — typically considered attractive.
What is CALM's earnings yield?
CALM earnings yield is 1.95%, the inverse of its 51.4x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.