Heritage Global Inc. (HGBL) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2008 to 2025
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HGBL Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Heritage Global Inc. (HGBL) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 13.4x, with a stock price of $1.34 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.10.
The current P/E is 17% above its 5-year average of 11.5x. Over the past five years, HGBL's P/E has ranged from a low of 5.6x to a high of 22.4x, placing the current valuation at the 75th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.4x, HGBL is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 774 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.8x.
Relative to the broader market, HGBL 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.
HGBL P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $225M | 12.9 | 0.44 | -56% | |
| $315M | 1.2Lowest | - | +130% | |
| $2B | 7.9 | 0.23Best | +28% | |
| $769M | 21.5 | - | -25% | |
| $1B | 42.8 | - | +38% | |
| $10B | 30.5 | 1.29 | +29% | |
| $2B | 7.7 | 0.75 | +287%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
HGBL Historical P/E Data (2008–2025)
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 | $1.24 | $0.10 | 12.4x | -18% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $1.66 | $0.09 | 19.2x | +28% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $2.22 | $0.10 | 22.4x | +49% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $2.18 | $0.12 | 18.0x | +19% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $1.85 | $0.14 | 13.2x | -12% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $1.70 | $0.28 | 6.2x | -59% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $2.46 | $0.30 | 8.2x | -45% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $2.64 | $0.30 | 8.8x | -42% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $2.78 | $0.33 | 8.5x | -44% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $3.12 | $0.47 | 6.7x | -56% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $3.62 | $0.48 | 7.6x | -50% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $2.87 | $0.48 | 6.0x | -60% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 15.1x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying HGBL stock.
Is HGBL stock overvalued or undervalued?
HGBL trades at 13.4x P/E, near its 5-year average of 11.5x. The 75th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does HGBL's valuation compare to peers?
Heritage Global Inc. P/E of 13.4x compares to sector median of 13.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is HGBL's PEG ratio?
HGBL PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2008-2025.