European Wax Center, Inc. (EWCZ) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2021 to 2025
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EWCZ Valuation Context
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, European Wax Center, Inc. (EWCZ) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 26.5x, with a stock price of $5.82 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.26.
The current P/E is 92% below its 5-year average of 344.2x. Over the past five years, EWCZ's P/E has ranged from a low of 15.1x to a high of 4580.6x, placing the current valuation at the 12th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.4x, EWCZ trades at a 37% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 149 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.7x.
Relative to the broader market, EWCZ trades roughly in line with the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. 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.
EWCZ P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 442.5 | - | +113% | |
| $74B | 17.1Lowest | 2.70 | +8% | |
| $24B | 20.5 | 0.39Best | +1% | |
| $2B | 61.7 | - | +203%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
EWCZ Historical P/E Data (2021–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | Sat Oct 04 2025 00:00:00 GM | $3.92 | $0.26 | 15.1x | -96% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sat Jul 05 2025 00:00:00 GM | $5.80 | $0.20 | 28.7x | -92% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sat Apr 05 2025 00:00:00 GM | $3.56 | $0.21 | 17.3x | -95% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $6.67 | $0.22 | 29.9x | -91% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $6.80 | $0.23 | 29.8x | -91% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Jul 06 2024 00:00:00 GM | $10.06 | $0.26 | 39.3x | -89% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat Apr 06 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.14 | $0.25 | 49.3x | -86% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $13.59 | $0.17 | 79.2x | -77% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $16.20 | $0.17 | 93.1x | -73% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Jul 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $18.63 | $0.20 | 93.7x | -73% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Apr 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $19.00 | $0.15 | 127.4x | -63% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $12.45 | $0.28 | 45.1x | -87% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 344.2x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying EWCZ stock.
Is EWCZ stock overvalued or undervalued?
EWCZ trades at 26.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 344.2x. At the 12th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does EWCZ's valuation compare to peers?
European Wax Center, Inc. P/E of 26.5x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is EWCZ's PEG ratio?
EWCZ PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2021-2025.