Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2015 to 2024
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GSM Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -4.4x, with a stock price of $3.96 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.59.
The current P/E is 129% below its 5-year average of 14.8x. Over the past five years, GSM's P/E has ranged from a low of 0.4x to a high of 106.3x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Basic Materials sector median P/E of 23.4x, GSM trades at a 119% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 125 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 2.0x to 144.2x.
Relative to the broader market, GSM 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.
GSM P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4B | 17.1 | - | +419% | |
| $8B | 13.1Lowest | 0.33Best | +50% | |
| $4B | 53.4 | 1.45 | +1179% | |
| $22B | 57.0 | - | +12% | |
| $16B | 14.1 | - | +1486%Best | |
| $6B | 144.2 | - | -87% | |
| $8B | 95.3 | - | -82% | |
| $533M | 24.3 | 0.58 | -49% | |
| $19B | 26.4 | 1.33 | -10% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
GSM 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 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $4.98 | $0.34 | 14.6x | -1% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $6.51 | $0.46 | 14.2x | -5% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $5.20 | $0.62 | 8.4x | -43% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $4.77 | $0.93 | 5.1x | -65% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $4.94 | $1.74 | 2.8x | -81% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $3.85 | $2.43 | 1.6x | -89% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $5.28 | $2.65 | 2.0x | -87% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $5.94 | $1.59 | 3.7x | -75% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $7.70 | $0.62 | 12.4x | -16% | |
| FY2019 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2019 00:00:00 GM | $2.05 | $0.14 | 14.2x | -4% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Mon Dec 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $1.59 | $0.51 | 3.1x | -79% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sun Sep 30 2018 00:00:00 GM | $8.17 | $0.78 | 10.4x | -30% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 14.8x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GSM stock.
Is GSM stock overvalued or undervalued?
GSM trades at -4.4x P/E, below its 5-year average of 14.8x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does GSM's valuation compare to peers?
Ferroglobe PLC P/E of -4.4x compares to sector median of 23.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is GSM's PEG ratio?
GSM PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2015-2024.