Cayson Acquisition Corp Ordinary shares (CAPN) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2025 to 2025
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CAPN Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Cayson Acquisition Corp Ordinary shares (CAPN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 169.5x, with a stock price of $11.00 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.30.
The current P/E is 448% above its 5-year average of 30.9x. Over the past five years, CAPN's P/E has ranged from a low of 28.2x to a high of 33.6x, placing the current valuation at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.1x, CAPN trades at a 1189% premium 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, CAPN commands a significant premium over 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.
CAPN P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $525M | 5.0Lowest | - | +41% | |
| $288B | 22.8 | 1.63Best | +77%Best | |
| $303B | 23.9 | 2.69 | +53% | |
| $13B | 23.6 | 2.08 | +55% | |
| $4B | 21.4 | - | -19% | |
| $11B | 26.4 | 1.67 | +42% | |
| $20B | 41.0 | - | +0% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
CAPN Historical P/E Data (2025–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | $10.47 | $0.37 | 28.2x | -9% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $10.32 | $0.31 | 33.6x | +9% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 30.9x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CAPN stock.
Is CAPN stock overvalued or undervalued?
CAPN trades at 169.5x P/E, above its 5-year average of 30.9x. The 100th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does CAPN's valuation compare to peers?
Cayson Acquisition Corp Ordinary shares P/E of 169.5x compares to sector median of 13.1x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is CAPN's PEG ratio?
CAPN PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2025-2025.