Cohu, Inc. (COHU) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1993 to 2023
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COHU Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Cohu, Inc. (COHU) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -29.9x, with a stock price of $47.48 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1.18.
The current P/E is 201% 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 27.7x, COHU trades at a 208% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 359 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 184.2x.
Relative to the broader market, COHU 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.
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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.
COHU P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $11B | 209.7 | - | -22% | |
| $5B | 41.8 | 1.98 | -38% | |
| $14B | 98.6 | 2.85 | -32% | |
| $5B | 9999.0 | - | +100% | |
| $1B | 36.8 | - | +124%Best | |
| $3B | 12.1Lowest | 1.50Best | +2% | |
| $55B | 101.8 | - | +5% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
COHU Historical P/E Data (1993–2023)
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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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying COHU stock.
Is COHU stock overvalued or undervalued?
COHU trades at -29.9x 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 -29.9x compares to sector median of 27.7x. 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.