Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (DRCT) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -0.0x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2022–2024
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 28, 2026, Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (DRCT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -0.0x, with a stock price of $2.65 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-37.98.
The current P/E is 100% below its 5-year average of 65837.7x. Over the past five years, DRCT's P/E has ranged from a low of 2428.6x to a high of 345649.5x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 14.9x, DRCT trades at a 100% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 107 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 175.2x.
Relative to the broader market, DRCT trades at a notable discount to 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 DRCT 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.
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DRCT P/E vs Peers
Digital ad platforms and programmatic peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 19.7 | - | +494%Best | |
| $2B | 36.1 | 1.98 | -6% | |
| $191M | 3.9Lowest | 3.80 | +49% | |
| $887M | 6.7 | 0.38Best | +39% | |
| $9B | 20.2 | 1.53 | +17% | |
| $2B | 45.0 | - | +413% | |
| $3B | 18.9 | - | +158% | |
| $4.1T | 31.2 | 1.05 | +34% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
DRCT Historical P/E Data (2022–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $3352.80 | $0.01 | 345649.5x | +425% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $3273.60 | $0.14 | 23568.0x | -64% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $563.20 | $0.23 | 2428.6x | -96% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $627.00 | $0.06 | 10885.4x | -83% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $712.80 | $0.16 | 4560.5x | -93% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $532.40 | $0.07 | 7934.4x | -88% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 65837.7x
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DRCT — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DRCT stock.
What is DRCT's P/E ratio?
Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (DRCT) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -0.0x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-37.98. The 5-year average P/E is 65837.7x and the historical range spans 2428.6x to 345649.5x.
Is DRCT stock overvalued or undervalued?
DRCT current P/E: -0.0x. 5-year average P/E: 65837.7x. Percentile: 0th.
Is DRCT stock expensive?
DRCT is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of -0.0x is near the 5-year average of 65837.7x (0th percentile of historical range).
What is DRCT's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, DRCT's P/E ratio has ranged from 2428.6x to 345649.5x, with a median of 10885.4x and an average of 65837.7x. The current P/E of -0.0x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2022–2024.
How does DRCT's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
DRCT current P/E: -0.0x. S&P 500 median P/E: 25.3x.
How does DRCT's valuation compare to Communication Services peers?
Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. P/E of -0.0x can be benchmarked against Communication Services peers in the comparison table on this page.
What is DRCT's PEG ratio?
DRCT PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -0.0x and EPS growth of -4465.7%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is DRCT's earnings yield?
DRCT earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -0.0x 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.