Cohen & Company Inc. (COHN) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 2.9x vs 5Y avg 13.8x · 30th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 2004–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 23, 2026, Cohen & Company Inc. (COHN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 2.9x, with a stock price of $12.56 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $2.35.
The current P/E is 79% 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 13.6x, COHN trades at a 79% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 783 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 196.5x.
Relative to the broader market, COHN trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.3x. 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 Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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COHN P/E vs Peers
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| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $588M | 3.1 | 0.10Best | +168% | |
| $184M | 4.0 | 0.17 | +756%Best | |
| $721M | 8.4 | - | +175% | |
| $221M | 5.3 | - | +17% | |
| $440M | 35.5 | - | -88% | |
| $346M | 1.0Lowest | 0.17 | +138% | |
| $10B | 24.2 | 1.53 | +42% | |
| $74B | 22.8 | 2.61 | +21% | |
| $89B | 22.0 | 1.61 | +15% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
COHN Historical P/E Data (2004–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $23.57 | $5.06 | 4.7x | -81% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $11.21 | $3.24 | 3.5x | -86% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $9.93 | $1.97 | 5.0x | -80% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $10.35 | $0.78 | 13.3x | -46% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $8.39 | $4.09 | 2.1x | -92% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $8.86 | $1.74 | 5.1x | -79% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $14.81 | $9.50 | 1.6x | -94% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $19.32 | $15.01 | 1.3x | -95% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $18.85 | $17.02 | 1.1x | -96% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $23.73 | $16.50 | 1.4x | -94% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $16.34 | $8.73 | 1.9x | -92% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $19.55 | $1.65 | 11.8x | -52% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $10.93 | $0.08 | 136.6x | +451% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $8.02 | $1.46 | 5.5x | -78% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $11.00 | $0.76 | 14.5x | -42% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $11.60 | $1.97 | 5.9x | -76% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $11.60 | $2.32 | 5.0x | -80% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $11.90 | $1.90 | 6.3x | -75% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $10.90 | $0.30 | 36.3x | +47% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $14.90 | $1.20 | 12.4x | -50% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $14.00 | $0.84 | 16.7x | -33% |
| FY2011 Q1 | - | $46.00 | $3.95 | 11.6x | -53% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $43.40 | $6.45 | 6.7x | -73% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $813.00 | $7.36 | 110.5x | +345% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $1070.00 | $17.01 | 62.9x | +154% |
| FY2005 Q1 | - | $976.00 | $34.22 | 28.5x | +15% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Dec 31 2004 | $1041.00 | $6.61 | 157.5x | +535% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 24.8x
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COHN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying COHN stock.
What is COHN's P/E ratio?
Cohen & Company Inc. (COHN) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 2.9x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $2.35. The 5-year average P/E is 13.8x and the historical range spans 1.1x to 136.6x.
Is COHN stock overvalued or undervalued?
COHN trades at 2.9x P/E, below its 5-year average of 13.8x. At the 30th percentile of its historical range (1.1x–136.6x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is COHN stock expensive?
No, COHN is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 2.9x is below the 5-year average of 13.8x and sits at the 30th percentile of its valuation range.
What is COHN's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, COHN's P/E ratio has ranged from 1.1x to 136.6x, with a median of 5.1x and an average of 13.8x. The current P/E of 2.9x places the stock at the 30th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2004–2025.
How does COHN's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
COHN trades at 2.9x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.3x. The 88% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does COHN's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Cohen & Company Inc. P/E of 2.9x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 13.6x. 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 COHN's PEG ratio?
COHN PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 2.9x and EPS growth of 5544.3%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is COHN's earnings yield?
COHN earnings yield is 34.63%, the inverse of its 2.9x 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.