Dnow Inc. (DNOW) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -18.0x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2014–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 22, 2026, Dnow Inc. (DNOW) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -18.0x, with a stock price of $13.50 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.83.
The current P/E is 124% below its 5-year average of 75.0x. Over the past five years, DNOW's P/E has ranged from a low of 5.0x to a high of 494.3x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 15.4x, DNOW trades at a 217% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 174 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.5x to 166.4x.
Relative to the broader market, DNOW 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 DNOW 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.
DNOW Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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DNOW P/E vs Peers
Oilfield Chemicals and Consumables peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 32.4 | - | +27% | |
| $64B | 38.6 | 1.73 | -9% | |
| $7B | 33.2 | - | -22% | |
| $53B | 42.1 | 5.42 | +9% | |
| $12B | 33.4 | 0.45Best | +3% | |
| $15B | 20.0Lowest | 0.49 | +29% | |
| $29B | 41.1 | - | +119%Best | |
| $29B | 23.3 | - | -47% | |
| $72B | 20.5 | - | -24% | |
| $58B | 22.5 | - | -13% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
DNOW Historical P/E Data (2014–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $15.25 | $0.14 | 108.9x | +57% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $14.83 | $0.03 | 494.3x | +613% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $12.93 | $1.89 | 6.8x | -90% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $13.73 | $2.08 | 6.6x | -90% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $15.20 | $2.18 | 7.0x | -90% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $11.32 | $2.26 | 5.0x | -93% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $11.87 | $1.18 | 10.1x | -85% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $10.36 | $1.24 | 8.4x | -88% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $11.15 | $1.16 | 9.6x | -86% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $12.70 | $1.15 | 11.0x | -84% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $10.05 | $0.98 | 10.3x | -85% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $9.78 | $0.66 | 14.8x | -79% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $11.03 | $0.41 | 26.8x | -61% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $8.54 | $0.05 | 167.8x | +142% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $11.47 | $0.51 | 22.5x | -68% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $14.76 | $0.60 | 24.6x | -65% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $13.96 | $0.60 | 23.3x | -66% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $11.64 | $0.46 | 25.3x | -63% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $16.55 | $0.29 | 56.6x | -18% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $13.33 | $0.03 | 461.2x | +566% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $19.91 | $0.17 | 119.6x | +73% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $21.64 | $0.60 | 36.3x | -48% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $25.73 | $1.07 | 24.0x | -65% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $30.41 | $1.25 | 24.3x | -65% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $36.21 | $1.33 | 27.2x | -61% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 69.3x
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DNOW — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DNOW stock.
What is DNOW's P/E ratio?
Dnow Inc. (DNOW) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -18.0x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-0.83. The 5-year average P/E is 75.0x and the historical range spans 5.0x to 494.3x.
Is DNOW stock overvalued or undervalued?
DNOW trades at -18.0x P/E, below its 5-year average of 75.0x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (5.0x–494.3x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is DNOW stock expensive?
No, DNOW is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -18.0x is below the 5-year average of 75.0x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is DNOW's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, DNOW's P/E ratio has ranged from 5.0x to 494.3x, with a median of 22.5x and an average of 75.0x. The current P/E of -18.0x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2014–2025.
How does DNOW's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
DNOW trades at -18.0x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 174% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does DNOW's valuation compare to Energy peers?
Dnow Inc. P/E of -18.0x compares to the Energy sector median of 15.4x. 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 DNOW's PEG ratio?
DNOW PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -18.0x and EPS growth of -200.0%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is DNOW's earnings yield?
DNOW earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -18.0x 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.