Columbia Banking System, Inc. (COLB) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1992 to 2025
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COLB Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Columbia Banking System, Inc. (COLB) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.9x, with a stock price of $29.71 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.85.
The current P/E is 12% below its 5-year average of 14.7x. Over the past five years, COLB's P/E has ranged from a low of 8.3x to a high of 21.8x, placing the current valuation at the 45th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.3x, COLB is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 779 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 197.4x.
Relative to the broader market, COLB 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.
COLB P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 13.5 | 4.39 | +5% | |
| $2B | 11.5 | 0.99 | +16% | |
| $5B | 13.3 | 4.36 | +4% | |
| $3B | 13.5 | 4.25 | +6% | |
| $10B | 16.6 | 5.56 | +1% | |
| $9B | 12.8 | 3.60 | +14% | |
| $10B | 13.0 | 0.66Best | +12% | |
| $690M | 10.3Lowest | 1.95 | +3% | |
| $5B | 20.7 | 3.96 | +12% | |
| $6B | 24.5 | - | +18%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
COLB Historical P/E Data (1992–2025)
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 | $27.95 | $2.26 | 12.4x | -52% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $25.74 | $2.22 | 11.6x | -55% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $23.38 | $2.52 | 9.3x | -64% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $24.94 | $2.36 | 10.6x | -59% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $27.01 | $2.54 | 10.6x | -59% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $26.11 | $2.31 | 11.3x | -57% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $19.89 | $2.26 | 8.8x | -66% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $19.35 | $2.33 | 8.3x | -68% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $26.68 | $1.65 | 16.2x | -38% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $20.30 | $1.58 | 12.8x | -51% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $20.28 | $1.32 | 15.4x | -41% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $21.42 | $1.04 | 20.6x | -21% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 26.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying COLB stock.
Is COLB stock overvalued or undervalued?
COLB trades at 12.9x P/E, near its 5-year average of 14.7x. The 45th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does COLB's valuation compare to peers?
Columbia Banking System, Inc. P/E of 12.9x compares to sector median of 13.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is COLB's PEG ratio?
COLB PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1992-2025.