Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2022 to 2022
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Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of February 28, 2026, Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -41.7x, with a stock price of $7.09 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.06.
The current P/E is 107% below its 5-year average of 612.2x. Over the past five years, CGNT's P/E has ranged from a low of 385.9x to a high of 764.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 25.2x, CGNT trades at a 265% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 345 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 199.1x.
Relative to the broader market, CGNT 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. Data platforms, integration and analytics peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PLTRPalantir Technologies Inc. | $313B | 217.8 | - | +232%Best |
CLBTCellebrite DI Ltd. | $3B | 43.0 | 0.73Best | +123% |
TDCTeradata Corporation | $3B | 27.1Lowest | - | +90% |
AVPTAvePoint, Inc. | $2B | 71.9 | - | +194% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2022 Q3 | Sun Oct 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $19.91 | $0.03 | 686.6x | +12% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sat Jul 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $25.97 | $0.07 | 385.9x | -37% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Fri Apr 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $26.13 | $0.03 | 764.0x | +25% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 612.2x
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Is CGNT stock overvalued or undervalued?
CGNT trades at -41.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 612.2x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does CGNT's valuation compare to peers?
Cognyte Software Ltd. P/E of -41.7x compares to sector median of 25.2x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is CGNT's PEG ratio?
CGNT PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2022-2022.