Duolingo, Inc. (DUOL) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2023 to 2026
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DUOL Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Duolingo, Inc. (DUOL) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.3x, with a stock price of $105.02 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $9.06.
The current P/E is 93% below its 5-year average of 180.5x. Over the past five years, DUOL's P/E has ranged from a low of 11.3x to a high of 696.5x, placing the current valuation at the 10th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 27.5x, DUOL trades at a 55% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 357 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 175.4x.
Relative to the broader market, DUOL trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. 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 DUOL 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.
DUOL P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $700M | 186.8 | - | +105% | |
| $17B | 5613.9 | - | -95% | |
| $2B | 14.1 | 2.07 | +11% | |
| $2B | 14.5 | 1.93 | +16% | |
| $4B | 15.6 | 0.27Best | +27% | |
| $773M | 9.1Lowest | - | +2473%Best | |
| $9B | 24.5 | - | +28% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
DUOL Historical P/E Data (2023–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $98.57 | $8.69 | 11.3x | -94% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $175.50 | $8.48 | 20.7x | -89% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $321.84 | $7.89 | 40.8x | -77% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $410.02 | $2.41 | 170.1x | -6% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $310.54 | $2.01 | 154.5x | -14% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $324.23 | $1.86 | 174.3x | -3% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $282.02 | $1.80 | 156.7x | -13% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $208.67 | $1.39 | 150.1x | -17% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $220.58 | $0.96 | 229.9x | +27% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $226.85 | $0.33 | 696.5x | +286% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 180.5x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DUOL stock.
Is DUOL stock overvalued or undervalued?
DUOL trades at 12.3x P/E, below its 5-year average of 180.5x. At the 10th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does DUOL's valuation compare to peers?
Duolingo, Inc. P/E of 12.3x compares to sector median of 27.5x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is DUOL's PEG ratio?
DUOL PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2023-2026.