Cohen & Company Inc. (COHN) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2004 to 2025
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COHN Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Cohen & Company Inc. (COHN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 3.3x, with a stock price of $14.21 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $2.35.
The current P/E is 76% below its 5-year average of 13.8x. Over the past five years, COHN's P/E has ranged from a low of 1.1x to a high of 136.6x, placing the current valuation at the 30th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.1x, COHN trades at a 75% discount 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, COHN trades at a notable discount to 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our COHN 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.
COHN P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $657M | 9.3 | - | -28% | |
| $199M | 4.3 | 0.18Best | +756%Best | |
| $852M | 10.0 | - | +175% | |
| $225M | 5.4 | - | +17% | |
| $506M | 40.9 | - | -88% | |
| $305M | 1.1Lowest | - | +130% | |
| $11B | 26.4 | 1.67 | +42% | |
| $88B | 27.1 | 3.05 | +21% | |
| $104B | 25.7 | 1.87 | +15% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
COHN Historical P/E Data (2004–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $23.57 | $5.06 | 4.7x | -81% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $11.21 | $3.24 | 3.5x | -86% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $9.93 | $1.97 | 5.0x | -80% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $10.35 | $0.78 | 13.3x | -46% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $8.39 | $4.09 | 2.1x | -92% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $8.86 | $1.74 | 5.1x | -79% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $14.81 | $9.50 | 1.6x | -94% |
| FY2021 Q3 | $19.32 | $15.01 | 1.3x | -95% | |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $18.85 | $17.02 | 1.1x | -96% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $23.73 | $16.50 | 1.4x | -94% |
| FY2020 Q4 | $16.34 | $8.73 | 1.9x | -92% | |
| FY2020 Q3 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $19.55 | $1.65 | 11.8x | -52% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 24.8x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying COHN stock.
Is COHN stock overvalued or undervalued?
COHN trades at 3.3x P/E, below its 5-year average of 13.8x. At the 30th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does COHN's valuation compare to peers?
Cohen & Company Inc. P/E of 3.3x compares to sector median of 13.1x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is COHN's PEG ratio?
COHN PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2004-2025.