Salesforce, Inc. (CRM) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at 19.5x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2005–2027
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, Salesforce, Inc. (CRM) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 19.5x, with a stock price of $151.78 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $9.21.
The current P/E is 89% below its 5-year average of 174.9x. Over the past five years, CRM's P/E has ranged from a low of 20.5x to a high of 814.2x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 29.0x, CRM trades at a 33% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 352 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 187.7x.
The PEG ratio of 1.59 (P/E divided by 23% EPS growth) suggests a fair valuation relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, CRM trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. 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 CRM 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.
CRM Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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CRM P/E vs Peers
CRM and customer engagement software peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $181B | 22.5 | 3.41 | +126% | |
| $530B | 31.6 | 6.22 | +34% | |
| $2.8T | 27.8 | 1.48 | +16% | |
| $98B | 56.9 | 0.82Best | +22% | |
| $31B | 45.3 | - | +32% | |
| $79B | 11.7Lowest | 1.29 | +35% | |
| $9B | 204.7 | - | +863%Best | |
| $79B | 743.3 | - | -41% | |
| $25B | 28.2 | 1.55 | +26% | |
| $73B | 19.5 | 1.34 | +31% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
CRM Historical P/E Data (2005–2027)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2027 Q1 | - | $176.53 | $8.63 | 20.5x | -97% |
| FY2026 Q4 | Jan 31 2026 | $212.29 | $7.80 | 27.2x | -96% |
| FY2026 Q3 | Oct 31 2025 | $260.41 | $7.48 | 34.8x | -95% |
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $258.33 | $6.88 | 37.5x | -94% |
| FY2026 Q1 | Apr 30 2025 | $268.71 | $6.39 | 42.1x | -94% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Jan 31 2025 | $341.70 | $6.36 | 53.7x | -92% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $291.37 | $6.08 | 47.9x | -93% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jul 31 2024 | $258.80 | $5.75 | 45.0x | -93% |
| FY2025 Q1 | - | $268.94 | $5.56 | 48.4x | -93% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Jan 31 2024 | $281.09 | $4.20 | 66.9x | -90% |
| FY2024 Q3 | - | $200.83 | $2.63 | 76.3x | -88% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jul 31 2023 | $225.01 | $1.59 | 141.5x | -79% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Apr 30 2023 | $198.37 | $0.38 | 524.4x | -21% |
| FY2023 Q4 | - | $167.97 | $0.21 | 814.2x | +23% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Oct 31 2022 | $162.59 | $0.28 | 585.9x | -12% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jul 31 2022 | $184.02 | $0.54 | 342.4x | -48% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Apr 30 2022 | $175.94 | $1.03 | 170.9x | -74% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Jan 31 2022 | $232.63 | $1.50 | 154.9x | -77% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Oct 31 2021 | $299.69 | $1.81 | 165.6x | -75% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Jul 31 2021 | $241.93 | $2.49 | 97.2x | -85% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Apr 30 2021 | $230.32 | $4.78 | 48.2x | -93% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Jan 31 2021 | $225.56 | $4.39 | 51.4x | -92% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Oct 31 2020 | $232.27 | $3.83 | 60.6x | -91% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jul 31 2020 | $194.85 | $2.56 | 76.1x | -89% |
| FY2020 Q4 | Jan 31 2020 | $182.31 | $0.20 | 911.5x | +37% |
| FY2020 Q3 | - | $156.49 | $0.94 | 166.5x | -75% |
| FY2020 Q2 | Jul 31 2019 | $154.50 | $1.19 | 129.8x | -80% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $165.35 | $1.47 | 112.5x | -83% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $151.97 | $1.44 | 105.5x | -84% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Oct 31 2018 | $137.24 | $1.07 | 128.3x | -81% |
| FY2019 Q2 | - | $137.15 | $1.01 | 135.8x | -80% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Apr 30 2018 | $120.99 | $0.64 | 189.0x | -72% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Jan 31 2018 | $113.91 | $0.17 | 670.1x | +1% |
| FY2018 Q3 | - | $102.34 | $0.01 | 10234.0x | +1443% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Apr 30 2017 | $86.12 | $0.20 | 430.6x | -35% |
| FY2017 Q4 | - | $79.10 | $0.27 | 293.0x | -56% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Oct 31 2016 | $75.16 | $0.30 | 250.5x | -62% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jul 31 2016 | $81.80 | $0.31 | 263.9x | -60% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Oct 31 2011 | $33.29 | $0.01 | 5739.7x | +765% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jul 31 2011 | $36.18 | $0.05 | 712.2x | +7% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Apr 30 2011 | $34.65 | $0.09 | 403.8x | -39% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Jan 31 2011 | $32.28 | $0.12 | 275.0x | -59% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Oct 31 2010 | $29.02 | $0.14 | 211.4x | -68% |
| FY2011 Q2 | Jul 31 2010 | $24.74 | $0.14 | 177.0x | -73% |
| FY2011 Q1 | Apr 30 2010 | $21.40 | $0.15 | 138.2x | -79% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Jan 31 2010 | $15.89 | $0.16 | 99.4x | -85% |
| FY2010 Q3 | Oct 31 2009 | $14.19 | $0.15 | 96.2x | -85% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jul 31 2009 | $10.84 | $0.13 | 85.0x | -87% |
| FY2010 Q1 | - | $10.70 | $0.10 | 101.9x | -85% |
| FY2009 Q4 | Jan 31 2009 | $6.65 | $0.09 | 76.0x | -89% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Oct 31 2008 | $7.74 | $0.08 | 103.1x | -84% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $15.95 | $0.07 | 235.9x | -64% |
| FY2009 Q1 | Apr 30 2008 | $16.68 | $0.06 | 302.7x | -54% |
| FY2008 Q4 | - | $12.98 | $0.04 | 345.2x | -48% |
| FY2008 Q3 | Oct 31 2007 | $14.09 | $0.02 | 597.0x | -10% |
| FY2008 Q2 | - | $9.72 | $0.01 | 823.7x | +24% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Apr 30 2007 | $10.50 | $0.00 | 2625.0x | +296% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Jan 31 2007 | $10.96 | $0.00 | 10960.0x | +1552% |
| FY2007 Q3 | - | $9.76 | $0.01 | 787.1x | +19% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jul 31 2006 | $6.43 | $0.04 | 164.0x | -75% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Apr 30 2006 | $8.76 | $0.05 | 177.0x | -73% |
| FY2006 Q4 | - | $10.26 | $0.06 | 171.0x | -74% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Oct 31 2005 | $6.25 | $0.06 | 112.4x | -83% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jul 31 2005 | $5.89 | $0.03 | 177.9x | -73% |
| FY2006 Q1 | Apr 30 2005 | $3.61 | $0.03 | 141.0x | -79% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Jan 31 2005 | $3.42 | $0.02 | 189.0x | -72% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 663.4x
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CRM — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CRM stock.
What is CRM's P/E ratio?
Salesforce, Inc. (CRM) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 19.5x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $9.21. The 5-year average P/E is 174.9x and the historical range spans 20.5x to 814.2x.
Is CRM stock overvalued or undervalued?
CRM trades at 19.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 174.9x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (20.5x–814.2x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is CRM stock expensive?
No, CRM is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 19.5x is below the 5-year average of 174.9x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is CRM's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, CRM's P/E ratio has ranged from 20.5x to 814.2x, with a median of 76.3x and an average of 174.9x. The current P/E of 19.5x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2005–2027.
How does CRM's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
CRM trades at 19.5x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 20% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does CRM's valuation compare to Technology peers?
Salesforce, Inc. P/E of 19.5x compares to the Technology sector median of 29.0x. 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 CRM's PEG ratio?
CRM PEG ratio is 1.59, based on a P/E of 19.5x and EPS growth of 22.6%. A PEG between 1 and 2 suggests valuation aligns with growth expectations — typically considered fair.
What is CRM's earnings yield?
CRM earnings yield is 5.14%, the inverse of its 19.5x 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.