Golden Entertainment, Inc. (GDEN) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1999 to 2025
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GDEN Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Golden Entertainment, Inc. (GDEN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -124.1x, with a stock price of $28.55 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.23.
The current P/E is 259% below its 5-year average of 78.2x. Over the past five years, GDEN's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.5x to a high of 774.3x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.4x, GDEN trades at a 739% 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, GDEN 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.
GDEN 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 | 21.6 | 0.63Best | +41% | |
| $3B | 8.3 | - | +246% | |
| $10B | 50.1 | - | -68% | |
| $6B | 3.8Lowest | - | +264%Best | |
| $3B | 17.2 | - | +23% | |
| $10B | 39.3 | 3.08 | +6% | |
| $8B | 26.6 | - | +110% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
GDEN Historical P/E Data (1999–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | $23.58 | $0.18 | 131.0x | +105% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $29.43 | $0.54 | 54.5x | -15% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $26.39 | $0.39 | 67.6x | +6% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $31.60 | $1.67 | 18.9x | -70% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $31.79 | $1.24 | 25.6x | -60% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $31.11 | $8.89 | 3.5x | -95% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $36.83 | $9.27 | 4.0x | -94% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $39.93 | $8.28 | 4.8x | -92% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $34.18 | $8.96 | 3.8x | -94% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $41.80 | $1.58 | 26.5x | -59% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $43.51 | $1.85 | 23.5x | -63% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $37.40 | $2.59 | 14.4x | -77% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 63.9x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GDEN stock.
Is GDEN stock overvalued or undervalued?
GDEN trades at -124.1x P/E, below its 5-year average of 78.2x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does GDEN's valuation compare to peers?
Golden Entertainment, Inc. P/E of -124.1x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is GDEN's PEG ratio?
GDEN PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1999-2025.