Canaan Inc. (CAN) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -0.8x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2021–2022
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 23, 2026, Canaan Inc. (CAN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -0.8x, with a stock price of $0.35 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.33.
The current P/E is 104% below its 5-year average of 20.1x. Over the past five years, CAN's P/E has ranged from a low of 1.3x to a high of 118.3x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 28.3x, CAN trades at a 103% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 353 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 189.7x.
Relative to the broader market, CAN trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.3x. 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 CAN 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.
CAN Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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CAN P/E vs Peers
Advanced Computing and Mining Hardware peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4B | 15.6Lowest | - | +262%Best | |
| $20B | 145.8 | - | +234% | |
| $5.1T | 42.6 | 0.45Best | +67% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
CAN Historical P/E Data (2021–2022)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $2.06 | $0.42 | 4.9x | -75% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $3.28 | $2.02 | 1.6x | -92% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $3.22 | $2.48 | 1.3x | -94% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $5.43 | $2.17 | 2.5x | -88% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $5.15 | $1.79 | 2.9x | -86% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $6.11 | $0.65 | 9.4x | -53% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $8.15 | $0.07 | 118.3x | +488% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 20.1x
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CAN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CAN stock.
What is CAN's P/E ratio?
Canaan Inc. (CAN) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -0.8x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-0.33. The 5-year average P/E is 20.1x and the historical range spans 1.3x to 118.3x.
Is CAN stock overvalued or undervalued?
CAN trades at -0.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 20.1x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (1.3x–118.3x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is CAN stock expensive?
No, CAN is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -0.8x is below the 5-year average of 20.1x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is CAN's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, CAN's P/E ratio has ranged from 1.3x to 118.3x, with a median of 2.9x and an average of 20.1x. The current P/E of -0.8x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2021–2022.
How does CAN's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
CAN trades at -0.8x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.3x. The 103% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does CAN's valuation compare to Technology peers?
Canaan Inc. P/E of -0.8x compares to the Technology sector median of 28.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is CAN's PEG ratio?
CAN PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -0.8x and EPS growth of 51.1%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is CAN's earnings yield?
CAN earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -0.8x 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.