Cohu, Inc. (COHU) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1993 to 2023
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Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of March 2, 2026, Cohu, Inc. (COHU) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -19.0x, with a stock price of $30.20 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1.59.
The current P/E is 164% below its 5-year average of 29.5x. Over the past five years, COHU's P/E has ranged from a low of 9.5x to a high of 129.4x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 25.2x, COHU trades at a 175% 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, COHU 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. Semiconductor Test, Metrology and Inspection Equipment peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
KLACKLA Corporation | $201B | 50.2 | 1.59 | +50% |
TERTeradyne, Inc. | $50B | 92.0 | - | +5% |
NVMINova Ltd. | $13B | 76.3 | 2.11 | +34% |
ONTOOnto Innovation Inc. | $11B | 53.2 | 0.41Best | +65%Best |
FORMFormFactor, Inc. | $8B | 111.1 | 9.43 | -15% |
CAMTCamtek Ltd. | $7B | 69.2 | 1.98 | +50% |
INTTinTEST Corporation | $144M | 48.5Lowest | 27.65 | -70% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $35.39 | $0.59 | 60.1x | +39% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $34.44 | $1.08 | 31.8x | -26% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Jul 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $41.56 | $1.51 | 27.5x | -36% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Apr 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $38.39 | $1.88 | 20.4x | -53% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $32.05 | $1.99 | 16.1x | -63% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sat Sep 24 2022 00:00:00 GM | $26.03 | $1.96 | 13.3x | -69% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sat Jun 25 2022 00:00:00 GM | $27.82 | $1.93 | 14.4x | -67% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sat Mar 26 2022 00:00:00 GM | $31.03 | $3.26 | 9.5x | -78% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $38.09 | $3.43 | 11.1x | -74% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Sat Sep 25 2021 00:00:00 GM | $33.05 | $3.35 | 9.9x | -77% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Sat Jun 26 2021 00:00:00 GM | $34.75 | $2.71 | 12.8x | -70% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Sat Mar 27 2021 00:00:00 GM | $40.83 | $0.68 | 60.0x | +39% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 43.1x
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Is COHU stock overvalued or undervalued?
COHU trades at -19.0x P/E, below its 5-year average of 29.5x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does COHU's valuation compare to peers?
Cohu, Inc. P/E of -19.0x compares to sector median of 25.2x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is COHU's PEG ratio?
COHU PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1993-2023.