Cross Country Healthcare, Inc. (CCRN) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -4.5x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2002–2024
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 20, 2026, Cross Country Healthcare, Inc. (CCRN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -4.5x, with a stock price of $13.17 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-3.13.
The current P/E is 108% below its 5-year average of 53.5x. Over the past five years, CCRN's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.6x to a high of 571.5x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Healthcare sector median P/E of 22.1x, CCRN trades at a 120% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 234 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 197.0x.
Relative to the broader market, CCRN trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. 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 CCRN 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.
CCRN Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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CCRN P/E vs Peers
Healthcare staffing and facility services peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 28.3 | - | +53%Best | |
| $895M | 8.1Lowest | - | -32% | |
| $4B | 15.5 | 0.80Best | +42% | |
| $8B | 69.5 | - | -4% | |
| $2B | 128.5 | - | -79% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
CCRN Historical P/E Data (2002–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $13.84 | $0.23 | 60.8x | +39% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $18.72 | $1.30 | 14.4x | -67% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $22.64 | $2.03 | 11.2x | -74% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $24.79 | $2.82 | 8.8x | -80% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $28.08 | $3.39 | 8.3x | -81% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $22.32 | $4.19 | 5.3x | -88% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $26.57 | $5.01 | 5.3x | -88% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $28.37 | $6.03 | 4.7x | -89% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $20.83 | $5.72 | 3.6x | -92% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $21.67 | $4.63 | 4.7x | -89% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $27.76 | $3.53 | 7.9x | -82% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $21.24 | $1.59 | 13.4x | -69% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $16.51 | $0.93 | 17.7x | -59% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $12.49 | $0.23 | 53.6x | +23% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $8.73 | $0.85 | 10.3x | -76% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $11.25 | $1.05 | 10.7x | -75% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $11.11 | $1.14 | 9.7x | -78% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $12.76 | $1.03 | 12.3x | -72% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $14.23 | $0.02 | 571.5x | +1210% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $12.91 | $0.05 | 235.2x | +439% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $11.63 | $0.14 | 83.1x | +90% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $16.39 | $0.10 | 163.9x | +276% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 31 2012 | $5.01 | $0.11 | 46.2x | +6% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $5.55 | $0.14 | 40.4x | -7% |
| FY2010 Q3 | - | $7.19 | $0.12 | 58.6x | +34% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jun 30 2010 | $8.99 | $0.12 | 73.2x | +68% |
| FY2010 Q1 | Mar 31 2010 | $10.11 | $0.15 | 66.2x | +52% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $9.91 | $0.21 | 46.6x | +7% |
| FY2008 Q3 | - | $16.29 | $0.83 | 19.6x | -55% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Jun 30 2008 | $14.41 | $0.85 | 17.0x | -61% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Mar 31 2008 | $12.37 | $0.81 | 15.3x | -65% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Dec 31 2007 | $14.24 | $0.77 | 18.5x | -58% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Sep 30 2007 | $17.47 | $0.77 | 22.7x | -48% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $16.68 | $0.55 | 30.1x | -31% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Mar 31 2007 | $18.23 | $0.52 | 34.8x | -20% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $21.82 | $0.51 | 42.5x | -3% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Sep 30 2006 | $17.00 | $0.43 | 39.2x | -10% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $18.19 | $0.58 | 31.4x | -28% |
| FY2006 Q1 | Mar 31 2006 | $19.36 | $0.48 | 40.3x | -8% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Dec 31 2005 | $17.83 | $0.45 | 39.6x | -9% |
| FY2005 Q3 | Sep 30 2005 | $18.56 | $0.47 | 39.5x | -10% |
| FY2005 Q2 | - | $17.00 | $0.48 | 35.4x | -19% |
| FY2005 Q1 | - | $16.76 | $0.60 | 27.9x | -36% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Dec 31 2004 | $18.08 | $0.64 | 28.3x | -35% |
| FY2004 Q3 | - | $15.50 | $0.63 | 24.6x | -44% |
| FY2004 Q2 | Jun 30 2004 | $18.15 | $0.68 | 26.7x | -39% |
| FY2004 Q1 | Mar 31 2004 | $16.66 | $0.73 | 22.8x | -48% |
| FY2003 Q4 | Dec 31 2003 | $14.98 | $0.80 | 18.7x | -57% |
| FY2003 Q3 | - | $14.00 | $0.92 | 15.2x | -65% |
| FY2003 Q2 | Jun 30 2003 | $13.16 | $0.88 | 15.0x | -66% |
| FY2003 Q1 | Mar 31 2003 | $11.50 | $0.91 | 12.6x | -71% |
| FY2002 Q4 | - | $13.95 | $0.90 | 15.5x | -64% |
| FY2002 Q3 | Sep 30 2002 | $14.12 | $0.68 | 20.6x | -53% |
| FY2002 Q2 | Jun 30 2002 | $37.80 | $0.68 | 55.2x | +27% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 43.6x
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CCRN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CCRN stock.
What is CCRN's P/E ratio?
Cross Country Healthcare, Inc. (CCRN) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -4.5x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-3.13. The 5-year average P/E is 53.5x and the historical range spans 3.6x to 571.5x.
Is CCRN stock overvalued or undervalued?
CCRN trades at -4.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 53.5x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (3.6x–571.5x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is CCRN stock expensive?
No, CCRN is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -4.5x is below the 5-year average of 53.5x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is CCRN's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, CCRN's P/E ratio has ranged from 3.6x to 571.5x, with a median of 10.7x and an average of 53.5x. The current P/E of -4.5x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2002–2024.
How does CCRN's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
CCRN trades at -4.5x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 118% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does CCRN's valuation compare to Healthcare peers?
Cross Country Healthcare, Inc. P/E of -4.5x compares to the Healthcare sector median of 22.1x. 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 CCRN's PEG ratio?
CCRN PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -4.5x and EPS growth of -565.9%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is CCRN's earnings yield?
CCRN earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -4.5x 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.