Gold Fields Limited (GFI) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2002 to 2025
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GFI Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Gold Fields Limited (GFI) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 30.3x, with a stock price of $41.76 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $2.83.
The current P/E is 42% above its 5-year average of 21.4x. Over the past five years, GFI's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.4x to a high of 127.7x, placing the current valuation at the 85th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Basic Materials sector median P/E of 22.3x, GFI trades at a 36% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 123 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 2.0x to 166.2x.
The PEG ratio of 0.62 (P/E divided by 79% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued 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, GFI commands a significant premium over 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 GFI 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.
GFI P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $121B | 17.0 | 1.33 | +124% | |
| $89B | 20.1 | 0.60 | +134% | |
| $35B | 14.5 | 1.17 | +158% | |
| $46B | 17.5 | 1.01 | +123% | |
| $6B | 11.7 | 0.43 | +78% | |
| $10B | 14.0 | 0.21Best | -23% | |
| $6B | 15.1 | - | +158% | |
| $7B | 64.9 | - | +248%Best | |
| $10B | 11.2Lowest | - | +68% | |
| $421B | 48.0 | 1.71 | -15% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
GFI Historical P/E Data (2002–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $23.67 | $2.83 | 8.4x | -72% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $13.20 | $2.20 | 6.0x | -80% | |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $14.90 | $1.45 | 10.3x | -66% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.46 | $1.58 | 9.2x | -70% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $13.83 | $1.72 | 8.0x | -73% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $10.35 | $1.64 | 6.3x | -79% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $9.12 | $2.05 | 4.4x | -85% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $10.99 | $1.67 | 6.6x | -78% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $8.90 | $1.34 | 6.6x | -78% |
| FY2020 Q4 | $9.27 | $0.99 | 9.4x | -69% | |
| FY2020 Q2 | $9.40 | $0.39 | 24.1x | -20% | |
| FY2017 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $4.30 | $0.15 | 28.9x | -4% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 30.0x
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Start ComparisonGFI — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GFI stock.
Is GFI stock overvalued or undervalued?
GFI trades at 30.3x P/E, above its 5-year average of 21.4x. The 85th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does GFI's valuation compare to peers?
Gold Fields Limited P/E of 30.3x compares to sector median of 22.3x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is GFI's PEG ratio?
GFI PEG ratio is 0.62. Below 1.0 indicates valuation is supported by earnings growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2002-2025.