Five Below, Inc. (FIVE) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2013 to 2025
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Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of March 2, 2026, Five Below, Inc. (FIVE) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 48.6x, with a stock price of $223.53 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $5.54.
The current P/E is 39% above its 5-year average of 34.9x. Over the past five years, FIVE's P/E has ranged from a low of 13.6x to a high of 80.6x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 18.8x, FIVE trades at a 159% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 304 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 189.6x.
The PEG ratio of 6.02 (P/E divided by -15% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be expensive 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, FIVE commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 26.2x. 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.
Peer Comparison
P/E metrics vs. Extreme-value specialty variety stores peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
FIVEFive Below, Inc. | $12B | 48.6Lowest | 6.02Best | -15%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
Historical P/E Data
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | Sat Nov 01 2025 00:00:00 GM | $157.27 | $5.57 | 28.2x | -34% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sat Aug 02 2025 00:00:00 GM | $133.16 | $4.94 | 27.0x | -37% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sat May 03 2025 00:00:00 GM | $84.31 | $4.77 | 17.7x | -59% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Fri Jan 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $93.78 | $4.59 | 20.4x | -52% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sat Nov 02 2024 00:00:00 GM | $95.93 | $4.85 | 19.8x | -54% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Aug 03 2024 00:00:00 GM | $69.19 | $5.08 | 13.6x | -68% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat May 04 2024 00:00:00 GM | $144.81 | $5.32 | 27.2x | -36% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Wed Jan 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $179.46 | $5.42 | 33.1x | -22% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Oct 28 2023 00:00:00 GM | $169.76 | $4.84 | 35.1x | -18% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Jul 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $207.45 | $4.87 | 42.6x | -0% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Apr 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $197.36 | $4.77 | 41.4x | -3% |
| FY2022 Q4 | $197.13 | $4.69 | 42.0x | -1% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 42.6x
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Is FIVE stock overvalued or undervalued?
FIVE trades at 48.6x P/E, above its 5-year average of 34.9x. The 90th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does FIVE's valuation compare to peers?
Five Below, Inc. P/E of 48.6x compares to sector median of 18.8x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is FIVE's PEG ratio?
FIVE PEG ratio is 6.02. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2013-2025.