DLH Holdings Corp. (DLHC) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1993 to 2025
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DLHC Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, DLH Holdings Corp. (DLHC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 60.8x, with a stock price of $5.73 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.31.
The current P/E is 82% above its 5-year average of 33.4x. Over the past five years, DLHC's P/E has ranged from a low of 7.5x to a high of 122.7x, placing the current valuation at the 80th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.5x, DLHC trades at a 138% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 413 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 185.3x.
Relative to the broader market, DLHC commands a significant premium over 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.
DLHC P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 27.5 | - | +53% | |
| $5B | 79.1 | - | +48% | |
| $899M | 17.1 | 0.79 | +21% | |
| $1B | 15.1 | 1.31 | -15% | |
| $17B | 11.8 | 0.57Best | +21% | |
| $4B | 12.2 | 0.73 | +7% | |
| $13B | 10.6Lowest | 0.65 | +58%Best | |
| $11B | 22.0 | 1.81 | +20% | |
| $5B | 23.3 | 1.31 | +4% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
DLHC Historical P/E Data (1993–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | $5.65 | $0.09 | 60.5x | +72% | |
| FY2025 Q3 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $5.84 | $0.32 | 18.4x | -48% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $4.05 | $0.37 | 10.8x | -69% |
| FY2025 Q1 | $8.03 | $0.43 | 18.5x | -47% | |
| FY2024 Q4 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $9.36 | $0.51 | 18.4x | -48% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $10.56 | $0.16 | 67.0x | +90% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $13.27 | $0.20 | 66.3x | +88% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $15.75 | $0.14 | 116.6x | +231% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $11.67 | $0.10 | 122.7x | +249% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $10.25 | $0.53 | 19.5x | -45% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $11.47 | $0.75 | 15.4x | -56% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $11.87 | $1.19 | 10.0x | -72% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 35.2x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DLHC stock.
Is DLHC stock overvalued or undervalued?
DLHC trades at 60.8x P/E, above its 5-year average of 33.4x. The 80th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does DLHC's valuation compare to peers?
DLH Holdings Corp. P/E of 60.8x compares to sector median of 25.5x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is DLHC's PEG ratio?
DLHC PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1993-2025.