Equity Bancshares, Inc. (EQBK) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 40.3x vs 5Y avg 22.2x · 85th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2015–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 28, 2026, Equity Bancshares, Inc. (EQBK) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 40.3x, with a stock price of $49.61 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.28.
The current P/E is 81% above its 5-year average of 22.2x. Over the past five years, EQBK's P/E has ranged from a low of 7.2x to a high of 72.1x, placing the current valuation at the 85th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 14.2x, EQBK trades at a 184% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 801 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 157.7x.
Relative to the broader market, EQBK commands a significant premium over 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 EQBK 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.
EQBK Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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EQBK P/E vs Peers
Commercial and middle-market focused banks peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5B | 19.9 | 4.42 | +13% | |
| $8B | 15.2 | 1.85 | +13% | |
| $3B | 21.2 | 11.30 | +11% | |
| $3B | 14.8 | 4.65 | +6% | |
| $747M | 11.1 | 2.10 | +3% | |
| $4B | 16.1 | 0.85 | +11% | |
| $4B | 19.1 | 4.67 | -2% | |
| $6B | 12.2 | 0.93 | +20%Best | |
| $532M | 10.5Lowest | 0.42Best | +17% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
EQBK Historical P/E Data (2015–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $44.41 | $1.34 | 33.1x | +57% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $44.65 | $1.31 | 34.1x | +62% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $40.70 | $1.20 | 33.9x | +61% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $40.80 | $4.03 | 10.1x | -52% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $39.40 | $3.93 | 10.0x | -52% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $42.42 | $3.98 | 10.7x | -49% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $40.88 | $1.10 | 37.2x | +76% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $35.20 | $0.62 | 56.8x | +169% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $34.37 | $0.60 | 57.3x | +172% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $33.90 | $0.47 | 72.1x | +242% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $24.07 | $3.03 | 7.9x | -62% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $22.78 | $3.16 | 7.2x | -66% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $24.37 | $3.36 | 7.3x | -66% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $32.67 | $3.52 | 9.3x | -56% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $29.63 | $3.41 | 8.7x | -59% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $29.16 | $3.28 | 8.9x | -58% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $32.31 | $3.37 | 9.6x | -55% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $33.93 | $3.46 | 9.8x | -54% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $33.38 | $3.69 | 9.0x | -57% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $17.44 | $1.49 | 11.7x | -45% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $17.25 | $1.96 | 8.8x | -58% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $30.87 | $1.62 | 19.1x | -10% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $26.81 | $1.60 | 16.8x | -21% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $26.66 | $1.58 | 16.9x | -20% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $28.80 | $1.44 | 20.0x | -5% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $35.25 | $2.28 | 15.5x | -27% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $39.26 | $1.97 | 19.9x | -6% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $41.48 | $1.74 | 23.8x | +13% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $39.16 | $1.81 | 21.6x | +3% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $35.41 | $1.63 | 21.7x | +3% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $35.58 | $1.36 | 26.2x | +24% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $30.64 | $1.27 | 24.1x | +14% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $31.77 | $1.10 | 28.9x | +37% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $33.64 | $1.11 | 30.3x | +44% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $25.94 | $1.41 | 18.4x | -13% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $22.14 | $1.48 | 15.0x | -29% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $21.00 | $1.51 | 13.9x | -34% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $23.39 | $1.45 | 16.1x | -24% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 21.1x
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EQBK — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying EQBK stock.
What is EQBK's P/E ratio?
Equity Bancshares, Inc. (EQBK) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 40.3x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $1.28. The 5-year average P/E is 22.2x and the historical range spans 7.2x to 72.1x.
Is EQBK stock overvalued or undervalued?
EQBK trades at 40.3x P/E, above its 5-year average of 22.2x. The 85th percentile ranking within the 7.2x–72.1x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is EQBK stock expensive?
Yes, EQBK is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 40.3x is above the 5-year average of 22.2x and also above the Financial Services sector median of 14.2x. The stock sits at the 85th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is EQBK's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, EQBK's P/E ratio has ranged from 7.2x to 72.1x, with a median of 10.1x and an average of 22.2x. The current P/E of 40.3x places the stock at the 85th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2015–2026.
How does EQBK's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
EQBK trades at 40.3x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.3x. The 59% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does EQBK's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Equity Bancshares, Inc. P/E of 40.3x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 14.2x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is EQBK's PEG ratio?
EQBK PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 40.3x and EPS growth of -69.3%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is EQBK's earnings yield?
EQBK earnings yield is 2.48%, the inverse of its 40.3x 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.