America's Car-Mart, Inc. (CRMT) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1991 to 2025
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CRMT Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, America's Car-Mart, Inc. (CRMT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 5.5x, with a stock price of $12.92 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-14.77.
The current P/E is 68% below its 5-year average of 17.6x. Over the past five years, CRMT's P/E has ranged from a low of 5.9x to a high of 71.8x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.6x, CRMT trades at a 72% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 301 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.0x.
Relative to the broader market, CRMT trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. 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.
CRMT P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7B | 12.0 | 0.38Best | +1% | |
| $7B | 9.0 | 0.84 | +9% | |
| $6B | 12.3 | - | +6% | |
| $3B | 23.1 | - | -45% | |
| $4B | 7.9Lowest | 0.57 | +17% | |
| $84B | 46.1 | - | +431%Best | |
| $11B | 12.0 | 0.75 | -2% | |
| $4B | 13.7 | 1.35 | -32% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
CRMT Historical P/E Data (1991–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q1 | $45.04 | $1.55 | 29.1x | +72% | |
| FY2024 Q4 | Wed Apr 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $47.42 | $2.09 | 22.7x | +34% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Fri Jan 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $48.69 | $0.89 | 54.5x | +222% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mon Jul 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $119.12 | $1.66 | 71.8x | +324% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sun Apr 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $80.39 | $3.04 | 26.4x | +56% |
| FY2022 Q3 | $86.14 | $6.73 | 12.8x | -24% | |
| FY2022 Q2 | Mon Oct 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $68.36 | $9.32 | 7.3x | -57% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sun Jul 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $103.57 | $12.25 | 8.5x | -50% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Sat Apr 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $80.85 | $13.81 | 5.9x | -65% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Mon Jan 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $94.92 | $15.99 | 5.9x | -65% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Sun Oct 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $119.49 | $16.02 | 7.5x | -56% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Sat Jul 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $159.00 | $15.66 | 10.2x | -40% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 16.9x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CRMT stock.
Is CRMT stock overvalued or undervalued?
CRMT trades at 5.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 17.6x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does CRMT's valuation compare to peers?
America's Car-Mart, Inc. P/E of 5.5x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is CRMT's PEG ratio?
CRMT PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1991-2025.