Equus Total Return, Inc. (EQS) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -1.2x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 1996–2024
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 29, 2026, Equus Total Return, Inc. (EQS) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -1.2x, with a stock price of $1.24 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.81.
The current P/E is 104% below its 5-year average of 33.1x. Over the past five years, EQS's P/E has ranged from a low of 1.5x to a high of 478.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 14.2x, EQS trades at a 108% discount 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, EQS trades at a notable discount to 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 EQS 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.
EQS Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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EQS P/E vs Peers
Private credit and BDC lenders peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $604M | 3.2Lowest | 0.11Best | +168%Best | |
| $1B | 12.2 | - | +29% | |
| $110M | 9.6 | 0.21 | +18% | |
| $191M | 3.9 | 3.80 | +49% | |
| $114M | 8.9 | - | -5% | |
| $13B | 9.8 | 0.95 | -24% | |
| $3B | 8.9 | 0.29 | +4% | |
| $3B | 8.4 | - | +15% | |
| $678M | 7.3 | 0.20 | -3% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
EQS Historical P/E Data (1996–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $1.32 | $0.71 | 1.9x | -95% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $1.46 | $0.86 | 1.7x | -95% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $1.45 | $0.95 | 1.5x | -96% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $1.48 | $0.73 | 2.0x | -94% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $1.52 | $0.14 | 11.0x | -70% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $2.61 | $0.18 | 14.7x | -60% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $2.57 | $0.25 | 10.4x | -72% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $2.38 | $0.19 | 12.6x | -66% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $1.82 | $0.16 | 11.4x | -69% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $1.61 | $0.16 | 10.1x | -73% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $1.64 | $0.26 | 6.3x | -83% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $1.91 | $0.22 | 8.7x | -76% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $1.96 | $0.00 | 478.0x | +1203% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $1.99 | $0.31 | 6.4x | -82% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $2.36 | $0.13 | 18.2x | -50% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $2.38 | $0.08 | 29.9x | -18% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $2.36 | $0.13 | 18.5x | -49% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $2.49 | $0.29 | 8.7x | -76% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $2.01 | $0.45 | 4.5x | -88% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $1.86 | $0.32 | 5.8x | -84% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $1.78 | $0.14 | 13.0x | -64% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $1.60 | $0.18 | 9.1x | -75% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $1.79 | $0.09 | 19.8x | -46% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $1.75 | $0.01 | 233.3x | +536% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $2.21 | $0.36 | 6.1x | -83% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $2.48 | $0.32 | 7.7x | -79% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $1.92 | $0.11 | 16.9x | -54% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $1.99 | $0.02 | 80.2x | +119% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 30 2011 | $1.88 | $0.37 | 5.1x | -86% |
| FY2008 Q3 | - | $6.20 | $1.47 | 4.2x | -89% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Jun 30 2008 | $7.01 | $1.61 | 4.4x | -88% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Mar 31 2008 | $6.75 | $1.68 | 4.0x | -89% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Dec 31 2007 | $6.31 | $1.48 | 4.3x | -88% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $8.95 | $1.18 | 7.6x | -79% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Mar 31 2007 | $8.75 | $1.62 | 5.4x | -85% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $8.54 | $1.75 | 4.9x | -87% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Sep 30 2006 | $7.56 | $1.94 | 3.9x | -89% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $7.18 | $1.74 | 4.1x | -89% |
| FY2006 Q1 | Mar 31 2006 | $7.75 | $1.41 | 5.5x | -85% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Dec 31 2005 | $8.93 | $2.35 | 3.8x | -90% |
| FY2005 Q3 | Sep 30 2005 | $8.61 | $2.47 | 3.5x | -90% |
| FY2005 Q2 | - | $8.25 | $1.39 | 5.9x | -84% |
| FY2005 Q1 | - | $8.09 | $1.40 | 5.8x | -84% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Dec 31 2004 | $7.71 | $0.18 | 42.8x | +17% |
| FY2003 Q3 | - | $8.60 | $0.39 | 21.9x | -40% |
| FY2003 Q2 | Jun 30 2003 | $7.96 | $0.06 | 132.7x | +262% |
| FY2003 Q1 | Mar 31 2003 | $6.91 | $0.18 | 38.4x | +5% |
| FY2002 Q4 | - | $6.64 | $0.01 | 664.0x | +1710% |
| FY2000 Q1 | Mar 31 2000 | $9.66 | $0.58 | 16.7x | -55% |
| FY1998 Q1 | - | $25.97 | $8.45 | 3.1x | -92% |
| FY1997 Q4 | Dec 31 1997 | $20.80 | $7.28 | 2.9x | -92% |
| FY1997 Q3 | - | $22.50 | $9.22 | 2.4x | -93% |
| FY1997 Q2 | Jun 30 1997 | $19.55 | $12.14 | 1.6x | -96% |
| FY1997 Q1 | Mar 31 1997 | $14.77 | $4.77 | 3.1x | -92% |
| FY1996 Q4 | - | $14.66 | $7.51 | 2.0x | -95% |
| FY1996 Q3 | Sep 30 1996 | $14.89 | $7.19 | 2.1x | -94% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 36.7x
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EQS — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying EQS stock.
What is EQS's P/E ratio?
Equus Total Return, Inc. (EQS) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -1.2x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-0.81. The 5-year average P/E is 33.1x and the historical range spans 1.5x to 478.0x.
Is EQS stock overvalued or undervalued?
EQS trades at -1.2x P/E, below its 5-year average of 33.1x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (1.5x–478.0x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is EQS stock expensive?
No, EQS is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -1.2x is below the 5-year average of 33.1x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is EQS's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, EQS's P/E ratio has ranged from 1.5x to 478.0x, with a median of 10.1x and an average of 33.1x. The current P/E of -1.2x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1996–2024.
How does EQS's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
EQS trades at -1.2x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.3x. The 105% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does EQS's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Equus Total Return, Inc. P/E of -1.2x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 14.2x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is EQS's PEG ratio?
EQS PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -1.2x and EPS growth of 25.4%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is EQS's earnings yield?
EQS earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -1.2x 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.