Goldman Sachs BDC, Inc. (GSBD) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2015 to 2025
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GSBD Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Goldman Sachs BDC, Inc. (GSBD) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.9x, with a stock price of $10.15 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.57.
The current P/E is 29% below its 5-year average of 13.8x. Over the past five years, GSBD's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.5x to a high of 33.1x, placing the current valuation at the 40th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.4x, GSBD trades at a 26% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 774 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.8x.
Relative to the broader market, GSBD 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.
GSBD P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $14B | 10.3 | 1.00 | -24% | |
| $1B | 5.5 | - | -23% | |
| $3B | 9.4 | 0.30 | +4% | |
| $226M | 4.6Lowest | 4.50 | +49%Best | |
| $866M | 7.5 | 0.82 | -4% | |
| $1B | 32.1 | - | -46% | |
| $3B | 290.6 | - | -98% | |
| $963M | 9.5 | 0.23Best | -7% | |
| $761M | 8.2 | 0.23 | -3% | |
| $914M | 12.8 | 1.44 | -49% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
GSBD Historical P/E Data (2015–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $9.28 | $1.03 | 9.0x | -46% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $10.17 | $1.15 | 8.8x | -47% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $11.25 | $1.25 | 9.0x | -46% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $11.63 | $0.44 | 26.4x | +58% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $12.10 | $0.56 | 21.6x | +29% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $13.76 | $0.70 | 19.7x | +17% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $15.03 | $0.85 | 17.7x | +5% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $14.98 | $1.92 | 7.8x | -53% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.65 | $1.80 | 8.1x | -51% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.56 | $1.38 | 10.6x | -37% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $13.86 | $0.83 | 16.7x | -1% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $13.65 | $0.41 | 33.1x | +97% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 16.8x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GSBD stock.
Is GSBD stock overvalued or undervalued?
GSBD trades at 9.9x P/E, below its 5-year average of 13.8x. At the 40th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does GSBD's valuation compare to peers?
Goldman Sachs BDC, Inc. P/E of 9.9x compares to sector median of 13.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is GSBD's PEG ratio?
GSBD PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2015-2025.