Genesco Inc. (GCO) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1993 to 2024
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GCO Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Genesco Inc. (GCO) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -18.8x, with a stock price of $33.77 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.00.
The current P/E is 247% below its 5-year average of 12.8x. Over the past five years, GCO's P/E has ranged from a low of 6.2x to a high of 59.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.4x, GCO trades at a 197% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 302 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.2x.
Relative to the broader market, GCO 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.
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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.
GCO P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $487M | 6.6 | 0.51 | +0% | |
| $5B | 27.8 | 0.95 | +23% | |
| $53B | 20.6 | 3.32 | -42% | |
| $15B | 16.2 | 0.51Best | +30% | |
| $1B | 0.2Lowest | - | +15952%Best | |
| $3B | 62.9 | - | -73% | |
| $11B | 47.9 | - | -18% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
GCO Historical P/E Data (1993–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Jul 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $27.75 | $0.47 | 59.0x | +229% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat Apr 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $34.66 | $3.85 | 9.0x | -50% |
| FY2023 Q4 | $48.29 | $5.82 | 8.3x | -54% | |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Oct 29 2022 00:00:00 GM | $47.82 | $7.02 | 6.8x | -62% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Jul 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $56.05 | $7.62 | 7.4x | -59% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Apr 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $62.03 | $7.78 | 8.0x | -56% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Mon Jan 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $64.33 | $8.01 | 8.0x | -55% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sat Oct 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $60.59 | $9.80 | 6.2x | -66% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sat Jul 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $57.45 | $8.07 | 7.1x | -60% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sat May 01 2021 00:00:00 GM | $50.00 | $5.98 | 8.4x | -53% |
| FY2020 Q4 | Fri Jan 31 2020 00:00:00 GM | $39.32 | $4.19 | 9.4x | -48% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sat Nov 03 2018 00:00:00 GM | $44.64 | $3.51 | 12.7x | -29% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 17.9x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GCO stock.
Is GCO stock overvalued or undervalued?
GCO trades at -18.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 12.8x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does GCO's valuation compare to peers?
Genesco Inc. P/E of -18.8x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is GCO's PEG ratio?
GCO PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1993-2024.