Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. (GO) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -4.0x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2019–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. (GO) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -4.0x, with a stock price of $9.26 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-3.88.
The current P/E is 108% below its 5-year average of 51.8x. Over the past five years, GO's P/E has ranged from a low of 26.7x to a high of 180.4x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 18.8x, GO trades at a 121% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 151 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 193.7x.
Relative to the broader market, GO trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. 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 GO 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.
GO Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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GO P/E vs Peers
Discount and salvage grocers peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $35B | 36.8 | - | -58% | |
| $8B | 15.2 | 0.90 | +42%Best | |
| $603M | 10.7 | 0.62 | +12% | |
| $934B | 42.9 | 3.90 | +13% | |
| $59B | 16.1 | - | -8% | |
| $422B | 52.2 | 3.46 | +10% | |
| $11B | 19.5 | 2.54 | +10% | |
| $7B | 8.2Lowest | 0.53 | -26% | |
| $38B | 21.1 | 0.39Best | -4% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
GO Historical P/E Data (2019–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 28 2025 | $12.63 | $0.07 | 180.4x | +179% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 29 2025 | $13.25 | $0.16 | 82.8x | +28% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $15.61 | $0.39 | 40.0x | -38% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 28 2024 | $17.67 | $0.51 | 34.6x | -47% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 29 2024 | $22.12 | $0.54 | 41.0x | -37% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 30 2024 | $28.78 | $0.64 | 45.0x | -31% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $26.96 | $0.79 | 34.1x | -47% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $28.85 | $0.81 | 35.6x | -45% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jul 01 2023 | $30.61 | $0.71 | 43.1x | -33% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Apr 01 2023 | $28.26 | $0.67 | 42.2x | -35% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $29.19 | $0.65 | 44.9x | -31% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Oct 01 2022 | $33.29 | $0.56 | 59.4x | -8% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Jul 02 2022 | $43.50 | $0.56 | 77.7x | +20% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Apr 02 2022 | $33.67 | $0.56 | 60.1x | -7% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $28.28 | $0.63 | 44.9x | -31% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Oct 02 2021 | $21.39 | $0.80 | 26.7x | -59% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jul 03 2021 | $34.68 | $1.04 | 33.3x | -49% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Apr 03 2021 | $36.80 | $1.14 | 32.3x | -50% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $39.25 | $1.08 | 36.3x | -44% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 26 2020 | $38.49 | $0.95 | 40.5x | -37% |
| FY2020 Q2 | Jun 27 2020 | $39.40 | $0.67 | 58.8x | -9% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Mar 28 2020 | $33.81 | $0.22 | 153.7x | +137% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $32.45 | $0.13 | 242.2x | +274% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 64.8x
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GO — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GO stock.
What is GO's P/E ratio?
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. (GO) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -4.0x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-3.88. The 5-year average P/E is 51.8x and the historical range spans 26.7x to 180.4x.
Is GO stock overvalued or undervalued?
GO trades at -4.0x P/E, below its 5-year average of 51.8x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (26.7x–180.4x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is GO stock expensive?
No, GO is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -4.0x is below the 5-year average of 51.8x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is GO's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, GO's P/E ratio has ranged from 26.7x to 180.4x, with a median of 42.2x and an average of 51.8x. The current P/E of -4.0x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2019–2025.
How does GO's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
GO trades at -4.0x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 116% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does GO's valuation compare to Consumer Defensive peers?
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. P/E of -4.0x compares to the Consumer Defensive sector median of 18.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is GO's PEG ratio?
GO PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -4.0x and EPS growth of -675.0%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is GO's earnings yield?
GO earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -4.0x 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.