Deswell Industries, Inc. (DSWL) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1997 to 2025
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DSWL Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Deswell Industries, Inc. (DSWL) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 4.7x, with a stock price of $3.27 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.18.
The current P/E is 39% below its 5-year average of 7.7x. Over the past five years, DSWL's P/E has ranged from a low of 2.0x to a high of 36.0x, placing the current valuation at the 55th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 27.7x, DSWL trades at a 83% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 359 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 184.2x.
Relative to the broader market, DSWL 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.
DSWL 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 | 48.4 | 13.40 | -5% | |
| $760M | 30.9 | 1.82 | -5% | |
| $527M | 12.9Lowest | 0.78 | +112% | |
| $790M | 22.1 | - | -25% | |
| $12B | 100.1 | 2.23 | +1764%Best | |
| $16B | 91.5 | - | +211% | |
| $13B | 53.2 | 2.99 | +14% | |
| $7B | 41.6 | 4.27 | +56% | |
| $38B | 59.1 | 0.78Best | -47% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
DSWL Historical P/E Data (1997–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $2.36 | $1.17 | 2.0x | -77% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $2.48 | $1.02 | 2.4x | -72% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $2.24 | $0.60 | 3.7x | -57% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Oct 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $2.37 | $0.59 | 4.0x | -54% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $2.65 | $0.64 | 4.1x | -52% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Oct 01 2022 00:00:00 GM | $3.10 | $0.90 | 3.4x | -60% |
| FY2022 Q4 | $3.66 | $1.04 | 3.5x | -59% | |
| FY2022 Q2 | $3.56 | $0.63 | 5.7x | -34% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $3.53 | $0.43 | 8.1x | -6% |
| FY2021 Q2 | $2.66 | $0.11 | 24.6x | +184% | |
| FY2020 Q4 | $2.22 | $0.18 | 12.0x | +39% | |
| FY2020 Q2 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $2.65 | $0.50 | 5.3x | -39% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 8.6x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DSWL stock.
Is DSWL stock overvalued or undervalued?
DSWL trades at 4.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 7.7x. At the 55th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does DSWL's valuation compare to peers?
Deswell Industries, Inc. P/E of 4.7x compares to sector median of 27.7x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is DSWL's PEG ratio?
DSWL PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1997-2025.