Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. (ESQ) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 20.1x vs 5Y avg 13.2x · 100th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2017–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 28, 2026, Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. (ESQ) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.1x, with a stock price of $118.47 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $5.94.
The current P/E is 53% above its 5-year average of 13.2x. Over the past five years, ESQ's P/E has ranged from a low of 9.1x to a high of 18.1x, placing the current valuation at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 14.2x, ESQ trades at a 42% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 801 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 157.7x.
The PEG ratio of 0.70 (P/E divided by 14% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, ESQ 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 ESQ 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.
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ESQ P/E vs Peers
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| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $179M | 14.3 | - | +210% | |
| $364M | 24.1 | - | -37% | |
| $227M | 16.1 | 3.18 | +9% | |
| $3B | 14.9 | 2.12 | +13% | |
| $679M | 15.5 | 8.08 | +50% | |
| $477M | 13.4Lowest | 0.31Best | +262%Best | |
| $992M | 31.1 | - | -58% | |
| $6B | 20.0 | - | +56% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
ESQ Historical P/E Data (2017–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $107.50 | $5.95 | 18.1x | +13% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $102.07 | $5.88 | 17.4x | +9% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $102.06 | $5.70 | 17.9x | +12% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $94.66 | $5.42 | 17.5x | +9% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $75.38 | $5.29 | 14.2x | -11% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $79.50 | $5.16 | 15.4x | -4% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $65.21 | $4.97 | 13.1x | -18% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $47.60 | $4.80 | 9.9x | -38% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $47.47 | $4.65 | 10.2x | -36% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $49.96 | $4.92 | 10.2x | -37% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $45.69 | $4.84 | 9.4x | -41% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $45.74 | $4.61 | 9.9x | -38% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $39.10 | $4.29 | 9.1x | -43% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $43.26 | $3.48 | 12.4x | -22% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $37.55 | $3.21 | 11.7x | -27% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $33.30 | $2.59 | 12.9x | -20% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $33.61 | $2.38 | 14.1x | -12% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $31.50 | $2.25 | 14.0x | -12% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $28.66 | $1.93 | 14.8x | -7% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $23.70 | $2.09 | 11.3x | -29% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $22.81 | $1.85 | 12.3x | -23% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $19.19 | $1.65 | 11.6x | -27% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $15.00 | $1.64 | 9.1x | -43% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $16.90 | $1.65 | 10.2x | -36% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $15.05 | $1.77 | 8.5x | -47% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $26.07 | $1.83 | 14.2x | -11% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $24.80 | $1.70 | 14.6x | -9% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $25.15 | $1.43 | 17.6x | +10% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $22.76 | $1.27 | 17.9x | +12% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $21.70 | $1.14 | 19.0x | +19% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $24.96 | $0.86 | 29.0x | +81% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $26.39 | $0.80 | 33.0x | +106% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $24.40 | $0.71 | 34.4x | +115% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $19.74 | $0.61 | 32.4x | +102% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $16.09 | $0.65 | 24.8x | +55% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $15.00 | $0.64 | 23.4x | +47% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 16.0x
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ESQ — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ESQ stock.
What is ESQ's P/E ratio?
Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. (ESQ) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 20.1x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $5.94. The 5-year average P/E is 13.2x and the historical range spans 9.1x to 18.1x.
Is ESQ stock overvalued or undervalued?
ESQ trades at 20.1x P/E, above its 5-year average of 13.2x. The 100th percentile ranking within the 9.1x–18.1x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is ESQ stock expensive?
Yes, ESQ is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 20.1x is above the 5-year average of 13.2x and also above the Financial Services sector median of 14.2x. The stock sits at the 100th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is ESQ's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, ESQ's P/E ratio has ranged from 9.1x to 18.1x, with a median of 13.1x and an average of 13.2x. The current P/E of 20.1x places the stock at the 100th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2017–2026.
How does ESQ's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
ESQ trades at 20.1x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.3x. The 21% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does ESQ's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. P/E of 20.1x 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 ESQ's PEG ratio?
ESQ PEG ratio is 0.70, based on a P/E of 20.1x and EPS growth of 14.4%. A PEG below 1.0 indicates the valuation is supported by the earnings growth rate — typically considered attractive.
What is ESQ's earnings yield?
ESQ earnings yield is 4.96%, the inverse of its 20.1x 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.