eBay Inc. (EBAY) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1999 to 2026
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EBAY Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, eBay Inc. (EBAY) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 24.9x, with a stock price of $108.15 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $4.46.
The current P/E is 40% above its 5-year average of 17.8x. Over the past five years, EBAY's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.3x to a high of 101.6x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.6x, EBAY trades at a 27% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 302 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.0x.
Relative to the broader market, EBAY trades roughly in line with 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.
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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.
EBAY P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3.0T | 38.3 | 1.37 | +30% | |
| $6B | 46.7 | - | -41% | |
| $1B | 23.5 | 13.71 | +25% | |
| $93B | 46.7 | - | +5% | |
| $54B | 123.3 | - | +192%Best | |
| $32B | 162.6 | - | +30% | |
| $47B | 7.8Lowest | 0.29Best | +77% | |
| $151B | 9.2 | - | +85% | |
| $43B | 8.6 | 0.97 | +36% | |
| $334M | 15.7 | - | -52% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
EBAY Historical P/E Data (1999–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $91.02 | $4.40 | 20.7x | -74% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $87.10 | $4.34 | 20.1x | -75% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $90.95 | $4.59 | 19.8x | -75% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $74.46 | $4.52 | 16.5x | -79% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $67.73 | $4.18 | 16.2x | -80% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $61.95 | $3.96 | 15.6x | -80% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $65.11 | $3.95 | 16.5x | -79% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $53.72 | $5.12 | 10.5x | -87% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $52.78 | $5.00 | 10.6x | -87% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $43.62 | $5.21 | 8.4x | -89% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $44.09 | $5.06 | 8.7x | -89% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $44.69 | $2.48 | 18.0x | -77% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 79.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying EBAY stock.
Is EBAY stock overvalued or undervalued?
EBAY trades at 24.9x P/E, above its 5-year average of 17.8x. The 90th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does EBAY's valuation compare to peers?
eBay Inc. P/E of 24.9x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is EBAY's PEG ratio?
EBAY PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1999-2026.