Groupon, Inc. (GRPN) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2015 to 2024
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GRPN Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Groupon, Inc. (GRPN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -7.6x, with a stock price of $15.85 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-2.07.
The current P/E is 108% below its 5-year average of 93.3x. Over the past five years, GRPN's P/E has ranged from a low of 6.4x to a high of 253.7x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.5x, GRPN trades at a 149% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 109 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 187.4x.
Relative to the broader market, GRPN trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. 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.
GRPN P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $192M | 5.1Lowest | - | +32% | |
| $2B | 12.6 | - | +19% | |
| $1B | 36.0 | - | +799%Best | |
| $3.0T | 38.3 | 1.37 | +30% | |
| $49B | 24.9 | - | +10% | |
| $4.8T | 36.8 | 1.23Best | +34% | |
| $1.6T | 26.1 | 1.42 | -2% | |
| $137B | 112.2 | 3.83 | -39% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
GRPN Historical P/E Data (2015–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $9.78 | $0.47 | 20.8x | -78% |
| FY2022 Q1 | $19.23 | $1.99 | 9.7x | -90% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $23.16 | $3.62 | 6.4x | -93% |
| FY2021 Q3 | $22.81 | $3.19 | 7.2x | -92% | |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $43.16 | $0.26 | 166.0x | +78% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $71.60 | $0.29 | 246.9x | +165% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Sat Mar 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $86.80 | $1.02 | 84.9x | -9% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $102.00 | $0.40 | 253.7x | +172% |
| FY2015 Q4 | $61.40 | $0.39 | 157.4x | +69% | |
| FY2015 Q3 | Wed Sep 30 2015 00:00:00 GM | $65.20 | $2.12 | 30.8x | -67% |
| FY2015 Q2 | $100.60 | $2.35 | 42.8x | -54% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 93.3x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GRPN stock.
Is GRPN stock overvalued or undervalued?
GRPN trades at -7.6x P/E, below its 5-year average of 93.3x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does GRPN's valuation compare to peers?
Groupon, Inc. P/E of -7.6x compares to sector median of 15.5x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is GRPN's PEG ratio?
GRPN PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2015-2024.