Shift4 Payments, Inc. (FOUR) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2021 to 2025
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FOUR Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Shift4 Payments, Inc. (FOUR) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 13.5x, with a stock price of $40.96 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $2.15.
The current P/E is 78% below its 5-year average of 60.2x. Over the past five years, FOUR's P/E has ranged from a low of 29.1x to a high of 127.5x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 26.7x, FOUR trades at a 49% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 358 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 197.6x.
Relative to the broader market, FOUR trades at a notable discount to 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our FOUR 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.
FOUR P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 24.0 | 8.51 | +15% | |
| $2B | 25.8 | - | -39% | |
| $428M | 7.7 | - | +319% | |
| $2B | 132.1 | - | +391%Best | |
| $2B | 12.8 | 1.41 | +28% | |
| $24B | 62.1 | 2.55 | -47% | |
| $31B | 9.0 | 0.26Best | +18% | |
| $16B | 11.9 | 0.49 | -5% | |
| $2B | 7.0Lowest | 0.58 | +5% | |
| $618B | 31.6 | 1.99 | +5% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
FOUR 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 | $77.40 | $2.09 | 37.0x | -39% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $99.11 | $2.55 | 38.8x | -35% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $81.71 | $2.81 | 29.1x | -52% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $103.78 | $2.91 | 35.6x | -41% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $88.60 | $1.69 | 52.4x | -13% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $73.35 | $1.64 | 44.7x | -26% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $66.07 | $1.48 | 44.6x | -26% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $74.34 | $1.36 | 54.7x | -9% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $55.37 | $1.61 | 34.4x | -43% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $67.91 | $1.59 | 42.7x | -29% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $75.80 | $1.30 | 58.3x | -3% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $55.93 | $0.99 | 56.5x | -6% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 60.2x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying FOUR stock.
Is FOUR stock overvalued or undervalued?
FOUR trades at 13.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 60.2x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does FOUR's valuation compare to peers?
Shift4 Payments, Inc. P/E of 13.5x compares to sector median of 26.7x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is FOUR's PEG ratio?
FOUR PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2021-2025.