Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 80.3x vs 5Y avg 19.4x · 95th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2005–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of September 24, 2026, Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 80.3x, with a stock price of $50.56 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.87.
The current P/E is 313% above its 5-year average of 19.4x. Over the past five years, CTRN's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.0x to a high of 81.3x, placing the current valuation at the 95th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.1x, CTRN trades at a 320% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 310 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 184.9x.
Relative to the broader market, CTRN commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.3x. 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 CTRN 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.
CTRN Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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CTRN P/E vs Peers
Off-Price and Value Apparel Retailers peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $338M | 15.1Lowest | - | +95% | |
| $76B | 35.4 | 0.38 | +5% | |
| $16B | 27.1 | - | +22% | |
| $145B | 27.0 | 0.21Best | +15% | |
| $13B | 35.2 | 1.46 | +40% | |
| $27B | 17.6 | - | +34% | |
| $22B | 19.1 | 18.93 | +142%Best |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
CTRN Historical P/E Data (2005–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | Aug 01 2026 | $66.67 | $0.82 | 81.3x | +180% |
| FY2026 Q1 | May 02 2026 | $47.96 | $1.39 | 34.5x | +19% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Jan 31 2026 | $43.15 | $0.59 | 73.1x | +152% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jul 29 2023 | $18.88 | $2.41 | 7.8x | -73% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Apr 29 2023 | $17.26 | $2.71 | 6.4x | -78% |
| FY2022 Q4 | - | $31.48 | $7.11 | 4.4x | -85% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Oct 29 2022 | $22.51 | $7.46 | 3.0x | -90% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Jul 30 2022 | $24.58 | $5.47 | 4.5x | -85% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Apr 30 2022 | $27.97 | $7.14 | 3.9x | -86% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Jan 31 2022 | $48.72 | $6.78 | 7.2x | -75% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Oct 30 2021 | $77.36 | $7.43 | 10.4x | -64% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jul 31 2021 | $79.75 | $7.07 | 11.3x | -61% |
| FY2021 Q1 | May 01 2021 | $104.60 | $7.61 | 13.7x | -53% |
| FY2020 Q4 | Jan 31 2021 | $59.00 | $2.38 | 24.8x | -15% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Oct 31 2020 | $26.11 | $1.41 | 18.5x | -36% |
| FY2020 Q2 | Aug 01 2020 | $17.22 | $0.65 | 26.6x | -8% |
| FY2019 Q4 | Jan 31 2020 | $23.29 | $1.43 | 16.3x | -44% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Nov 02 2019 | $18.05 | $1.18 | 15.3x | -47% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Aug 03 2019 | $15.00 | $1.23 | 12.2x | -58% |
| FY2019 Q1 | May 04 2019 | $19.50 | $1.44 | 13.5x | -53% |
| FY2018 Q4 | - | $20.49 | $1.62 | 12.6x | -56% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Nov 03 2018 | $25.77 | $1.41 | 18.3x | -37% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Aug 04 2018 | $28.45 | $1.50 | 19.0x | -35% |
| FY2018 Q1 | May 05 2018 | $29.92 | $1.25 | 23.9x | -18% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Jan 31 2018 | $23.51 | $1.02 | 23.0x | -21% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Oct 28 2017 | $21.96 | $1.02 | 21.5x | -26% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jul 29 2017 | $22.46 | $0.91 | 24.7x | -15% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Apr 29 2017 | $18.79 | $0.91 | 20.6x | -29% |
| FY2016 Q4 | - | $16.05 | $0.91 | 17.6x | -39% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Oct 29 2016 | $19.64 | $0.77 | 25.5x | -12% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Jul 30 2016 | $16.68 | $0.87 | 19.2x | -34% |
| FY2016 Q1 | Apr 30 2016 | $17.96 | $0.89 | 20.2x | -30% |
| FY2015 Q4 | Jan 31 2016 | $20.66 | $1.03 | 20.1x | -31% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Oct 31 2015 | $26.57 | $1.10 | 24.2x | -17% |
| FY2015 Q2 | Aug 01 2015 | $23.81 | $0.91 | 26.2x | -10% |
| FY2015 Q1 | May 02 2015 | $23.05 | $0.73 | 31.6x | +9% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Jan 31 2015 | $22.89 | $0.60 | 38.1x | +31% |
| FY2014 Q3 | Nov 01 2014 | $22.65 | $0.39 | 58.1x | +100% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Aug 02 2014 | $20.10 | $0.43 | 46.7x | +61% |
| FY2014 Q1 | May 03 2014 | $17.14 | $0.23 | 74.5x | +157% |
| FY2013 Q4 | Jan 31 2014 | $16.00 | $0.04 | 400.0x | +1278% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Oct 29 2011 | $12.25 | $0.33 | 37.1x | +28% |
| FY2011 Q2 | Jul 30 2011 | $14.03 | $0.76 | 18.4x | -37% |
| FY2011 Q1 | Apr 30 2011 | $22.26 | $1.41 | 15.7x | -46% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Jan 31 2011 | $22.90 | $1.44 | 15.9x | -45% |
| FY2010 Q3 | Oct 30 2010 | $20.98 | $1.57 | 13.3x | -54% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jul 31 2010 | $31.39 | $1.64 | 19.1x | -34% |
| FY2010 Q1 | May 01 2010 | $33.54 | $1.68 | 20.0x | -31% |
| FY2009 Q4 | Jan 31 2010 | $31.13 | $1.36 | 23.0x | -21% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Oct 31 2009 | $26.33 | $1.29 | 20.5x | -29% |
| FY2009 Q2 | Aug 01 2009 | $29.20 | $1.20 | 24.4x | -16% |
| FY2009 Q1 | May 02 2009 | $24.27 | $1.40 | 17.3x | -40% |
| FY2008 Q4 | Jan 31 2009 | $9.53 | $1.22 | 7.8x | -73% |
| FY2008 Q3 | Nov 01 2008 | $16.73 | $1.10 | 15.2x | -48% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Aug 02 2008 | $23.10 | $1.11 | 20.7x | -29% |
| FY2008 Q1 | May 03 2008 | $21.80 | $0.95 | 22.9x | -21% |
| FY2007 Q4 | - | $13.67 | $0.99 | 13.8x | -53% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Nov 03 2007 | $16.26 | $1.13 | 14.3x | -51% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Aug 04 2007 | $33.08 | $1.37 | 24.1x | -17% |
| FY2007 Q1 | May 05 2007 | $40.31 | $1.42 | 28.4x | -2% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Jan 31 2007 | $39.41 | $1.51 | 26.1x | -10% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Oct 28 2006 | $38.59 | $1.33 | 29.0x | -0% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jul 29 2006 | $28.97 | $1.31 | 22.1x | -24% |
| FY2006 Q1 | Apr 29 2006 | $48.55 | $1.25 | 38.8x | +34% |
| FY2005 Q4 | - | $46.00 | $1.06 | 43.4x | +50% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 29.0x
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CTRN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CTRN stock.
What is CTRN's P/E ratio?
Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 80.3x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.87. The 5-year average P/E is 19.4x and the historical range spans 3.0x to 81.3x.
Is CTRN stock overvalued or undervalued?
CTRN trades at 80.3x P/E, above its 5-year average of 19.4x. The 95th percentile ranking within the 3.0x–81.3x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is CTRN stock expensive?
Yes, CTRN is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 80.3x is above the 5-year average of 19.4x and also above the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 19.1x. The stock sits at the 95th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is CTRN's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, CTRN's P/E ratio has ranged from 3.0x to 81.3x, with a median of 13.5x and an average of 19.4x. The current P/E of 80.3x places the stock at the 95th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2005–2026.
How does CTRN's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
CTRN trades at 80.3x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.3x. The 217% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does CTRN's valuation compare to Consumer Cyclical peers?
Citi Trends, Inc. P/E of 80.3x compares to the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 19.1x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is CTRN's PEG ratio?
CTRN PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 80.3x and EPS growth of 112.1%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is CTRN's earnings yield?
CTRN earnings yield is 1.25%, the inverse of its 80.3x 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.