Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1990 to 2025
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CUZ Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 111.6x, with a stock price of $26.79 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.03.
The current P/E is 111% above its 5-year average of 53.0x. Over the past five years, CUZ's P/E has ranged from a low of 11.3x to a high of 108.9x, placing the current valuation at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.3x, CUZ trades at a 359% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 170 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.1x to 195.0x.
Relative to the broader market, CUZ commands a significant premium over 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our CUZ 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.
CUZ 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 | 17.8 | - | +54% | |
| $1B | 80.3 | - | -37% | |
| $2B | 23.7 | - | +420% | |
| $9B | 34.4 | - | +1833% | |
| $4B | 15.1 | 2.07Best | +31% | |
| $6B | 7.5Lowest | - | +10400%Best | |
| $43B | 37.7 | 3.24 | +23% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
CUZ Historical P/E Data (1990–2025)
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 | $25.78 | $0.24 | 108.9x | +350% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $28.94 | $0.34 | 84.4x | +249% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $30.03 | $0.37 | 82.2x | +240% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $29.50 | $0.33 | 89.2x | +268% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $30.64 | $0.30 | 102.8x | +325% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $29.48 | $0.33 | 88.8x | +267% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $23.15 | $0.39 | 59.6x | +146% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $24.04 | $0.49 | 49.3x | +104% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $24.35 | $0.55 | 44.3x | +83% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $20.37 | $0.45 | 45.8x | +89% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $22.80 | $0.84 | 27.0x | +12% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $21.38 | $0.93 | 23.1x | -4% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 24.2x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CUZ stock.
Is CUZ stock overvalued or undervalued?
CUZ trades at 111.6x P/E, above its 5-year average of 53.0x. The 100th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does CUZ's valuation compare to peers?
Cousins Properties Incorporated P/E of 111.6x compares to sector median of 24.3x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is CUZ's PEG ratio?
CUZ PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1990-2025.