The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 64.5x vs 5Y avg 45.7x · 90th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2011–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of September 23, 2026, The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 64.5x, with a stock price of $108.36 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $2.00.
The current P/E is 41% above its 5-year average of 45.7x. Over the past five years, CHEF's P/E has ranged from a low of 32.5x to a high of 87.0x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.0x, CHEF trades at a 239% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 146 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 194.0x.
Relative to the broader market, CHEF commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.5x. 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 CHEF 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.
CHEF Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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CHEF P/E vs Peers
Specialty and Ethnic Food Distributors peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $21B | 32.0 | - | +46%Best | |
| $38B | 21.5 | 0.74 | -2% | |
| $14B | 40.3 | 0.82 | +5% | |
| $1B | 19.1 | 4.49 | -47% | |
| $15B | 28.0 | 0.93 | -3% | |
| $2B | 23.9 | 0.37Best | -16% | |
| $42B | 28.6 | 0.81 | +3% | |
| $322M | 15.2Lowest | - | +17% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
CHEF Historical P/E Data (2011–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | Jun 26 2026 | $95.92 | $2.10 | 45.7x | -29% |
| FY2026 Q1 | Mar 27 2026 | $59.52 | $1.83 | 32.5x | -50% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 26 2025 | $63.53 | $1.68 | 37.8x | -42% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sep 26 2025 | $58.54 | $1.73 | 33.8x | -48% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 27 2025 | $63.53 | $1.63 | 39.0x | -40% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 28 2025 | $53.47 | $1.51 | 35.4x | -45% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $49.32 | $1.31 | 37.6x | -42% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 27 2024 | $41.80 | $1.14 | 36.7x | -43% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 28 2024 | $39.11 | $0.96 | 40.7x | -37% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 29 2024 | $37.66 | $0.81 | 46.5x | -28% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $29.43 | $0.80 | 36.9x | -43% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 29 2023 | $21.18 | $0.41 | 51.8x | -20% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $35.76 | $0.45 | 79.7x | +23% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $34.05 | $0.65 | 52.5x | -19% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $33.28 | $0.65 | 51.3x | -21% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 23 2022 | $30.27 | $0.88 | 34.5x | -47% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Jun 24 2022 | $38.90 | $0.77 | 50.7x | -22% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Mar 25 2022 | $32.79 | $0.38 | 87.0x | +34% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Mar 27 2020 | $10.71 | $0.29 | 36.9x | -43% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $38.11 | $0.81 | 47.0x | -27% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 27 2019 | $39.77 | $0.75 | 53.0x | -18% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 28 2019 | $35.07 | $0.74 | 47.4x | -27% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 29 2019 | $31.05 | $0.72 | 43.1x | -33% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $31.98 | $0.70 | 45.7x | -29% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 28 2018 | $36.35 | $0.75 | 48.5x | -25% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 29 2018 | $28.50 | $0.72 | 39.6x | -39% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 30 2018 | $23.00 | $0.62 | 37.1x | -43% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $20.50 | $0.54 | 38.2x | -41% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 29 2017 | $19.30 | $0.53 | 36.6x | -43% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $13.00 | $0.47 | 27.9x | -57% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $15.80 | $0.10 | 158.0x | +144% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 23 2016 | $11.75 | $0.01 | 1175.0x | +1716% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Jun 24 2016 | $15.51 | $0.16 | 96.9x | +50% |
| FY2016 Q1 | Mar 25 2016 | $19.45 | $0.62 | 31.4x | -52% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $16.68 | $0.62 | 26.9x | -58% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 25 2015 | $13.45 | $0.58 | 23.2x | -64% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $21.24 | $0.55 | 38.6x | -40% |
| FY2015 Q1 | Mar 27 2015 | $21.43 | $0.57 | 37.6x | -42% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $23.04 | $0.59 | 39.1x | -40% |
| FY2014 Q3 | Sep 26 2014 | $16.32 | $0.57 | 28.6x | -56% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 27 2014 | $19.95 | $0.60 | 33.3x | -49% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 28 2014 | $20.96 | $0.70 | 29.9x | -54% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $29.16 | $0.77 | 37.9x | -41% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 27 2013 | $23.14 | $0.75 | 30.9x | -52% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 28 2013 | $17.20 | $0.73 | 23.6x | -64% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 29 2013 | $18.47 | $0.69 | 26.8x | -59% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $15.81 | $0.69 | 22.9x | -65% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 28 2012 | $16.38 | $0.77 | 21.3x | -67% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 29 2012 | $18.05 | $0.53 | 34.3x | -47% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 30 2012 | $23.14 | $0.49 | 47.6x | -27% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $17.86 | $0.42 | 42.9x | -34% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 23 2011 | $14.00 | $0.52 | 27.1x | -58% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 64.7x
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CHEF — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CHEF stock.
What is CHEF's P/E ratio?
The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 64.5x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $2.00. The 5-year average P/E is 45.7x and the historical range spans 32.5x to 87.0x.
Is CHEF stock overvalued or undervalued?
CHEF trades at 64.5x P/E, above its 5-year average of 45.7x. The 90th percentile ranking within the 32.5x–87.0x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is CHEF stock expensive?
Yes, CHEF is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 64.5x is above the 5-year average of 45.7x and also above the Consumer Defensive sector median of 19.0x. The stock sits at the 90th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is CHEF's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, CHEF's P/E ratio has ranged from 32.5x to 87.0x, with a median of 40.7x and an average of 45.7x. The current P/E of 64.5x places the stock at the 90th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2011–2026.
How does CHEF's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
CHEF trades at 64.5x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.5x. The 153% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does CHEF's valuation compare to Consumer Defensive peers?
The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. P/E of 64.5x compares to the Consumer Defensive sector median of 19.0x. 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 CHEF's PEG ratio?
CHEF PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 64.5x and EPS growth of 27.3%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is CHEF's earnings yield?
CHEF earnings yield is 1.55%, the inverse of its 64.5x 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.