Shift4 Payments, Inc. (FOUR) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at 34.4x · 5th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2021–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of November 7, 2026, Shift4 Payments, Inc. (FOUR) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 34.4x, with a stock price of $43.96 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.28.
The current P/E is 43% below its 5-year average of 60.3x. 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 5th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 12.1x, FOUR trades at a 185% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 763 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 190.1x.
Relative to the broader market, FOUR commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 21.8x. 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.
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How does the current P/E compare to sector peers and the broader market?
FOUR P/E vs Peers
Merchant Acquiring and POS peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 21.7 | 7.69 | +15% | |
| $2B | 49.0 | - | -39% | |
| $649M | 16.3 | 1.32 | +319% | |
| $3B | 35.4 | - | +391%Best | |
| $2B | 21.4 | 2.38 | +27% | |
| $15B | 4.3Lowest | 0.18Best | -47% | |
| $2B | 5.4 | 0.45 | +5% | |
| $789B | 33.8 | 2.00 | +21% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
FOUR Historical P/E Data (2021–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q3 | Sep 30 2026 | $36.17 | $0.81 | 44.4x | -26% |
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $48.64 | $0.58 | 83.2x | +38% |
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $43.73 | $0.82 | 53.6x | -11% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $62.97 | $1.03 | 61.2x | +1% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $77.40 | $2.09 | 37.0x | -39% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $99.11 | $2.55 | 38.8x | -36% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $81.71 | $2.81 | 29.1x | -52% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $103.78 | $2.91 | 35.6x | -41% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $88.60 | $1.69 | 52.4x | -13% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $73.35 | $1.64 | 44.7x | -26% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $66.07 | $1.48 | 44.6x | -26% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $74.34 | $1.36 | 54.7x | -9% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $55.37 | $1.61 | 34.4x | -43% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $67.91 | $1.59 | 42.7x | -29% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $75.80 | $1.30 | 58.3x | -3% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $55.93 | $0.99 | 56.5x | -6% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $44.61 | $0.35 | 127.5x | +111% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $77.52 | $0.82 | 94.7x | +57% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $93.72 | $0.87 | 107.8x | +79% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $82.01 | $0.78 | 104.6x | +73% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 60.3x
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FOUR — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying FOUR stock.
What is FOUR's P/E ratio?
Shift4 Payments, Inc. (FOUR) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 34.4x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $1.28. The 5-year average P/E is 60.3x and the historical range spans 29.1x to 127.5x.
Is FOUR stock overvalued or undervalued?
FOUR trades at 34.4x P/E, below its 5-year average of 60.3x. At the 5th percentile of its historical range (29.1x–127.5x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is FOUR stock expensive?
No, FOUR is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 34.4x is below the 5-year average of 60.3x and sits at the 5th percentile of its valuation range.
What is FOUR's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, FOUR's P/E ratio has ranged from 29.1x to 127.5x, with a median of 53.6x and an average of 60.3x. The current P/E of 34.4x places the stock at the 5th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2021–2026.
How does FOUR's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
FOUR trades at 34.4x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 21.8x. The 58% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does FOUR's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Shift4 Payments, Inc. P/E of 34.4x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 12.1x. 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 FOUR's PEG ratio?
FOUR PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 34.4x and EPS growth of -64.4%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is FOUR's earnings yield?
FOUR earnings yield is 2.91%, the inverse of its 34.4x 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.