Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (DRCT) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2022 to 2024
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DRCT Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (DRCT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -0.1x, with a stock price of $4.75 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-27.42.
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 15.4x, DRCT trades at a 100% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 108 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 179.7x.
Relative to the broader market, DRCT trades at a notable discount to 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.
DRCT 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 | 14.7 | - | +494%Best | |
| $2B | 36.2 | 1.99 | -6% | |
| $243M | 4.9Lowest | 4.84 | +49% | |
| $824M | 6.2 | 0.35Best | +39% | |
| $11B | 25.8 | 1.96 | +17% | |
| $2B | 45.0 | - | +413% | |
| $3B | 18.4 | - | +158% | |
| $3B | 92.4 | - | +104% | |
| $4.8T | 36.8 | 1.23 | +34% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
DRCT Historical P/E Data (2022–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $3352.80 | $0.01 | 345649.5x | +425% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $3273.60 | $0.14 | 23568.0x | -64% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $563.20 | $0.23 | 2428.6x | -96% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $627.00 | $0.06 | 10885.4x | -83% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $712.80 | $0.16 | 4560.5x | -93% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $532.40 | $0.07 | 7934.4x | -88% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 65837.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DRCT stock.
Is DRCT stock overvalued or undervalued?
DRCT trades at -0.1x P/E, below its 5-year average of 65837.7x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does DRCT's valuation compare to peers?
Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. P/E of -0.1x compares to sector median of 15.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is DRCT's PEG ratio?
DRCT PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2022-2024.