iHeartMedia, Inc. (IHRT) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2019 to 2022
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IHRT Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, iHeartMedia, Inc. (IHRT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -1.9x, with a stock price of $5.67 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-3.05.
The current P/E is 109% below its 5-year average of 20.5x. Over the past five years, IHRT's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.2x to a high of 75.7x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.4x, IHRT trades at a 112% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 108 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 179.7x.
Relative to the broader market, IHRT 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.
IHRT P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $9B | 11.9 | 0.24Best | +146% | |
| $16B | 44.3 | - | -17% | |
| $15B | 13.1 | - | +350%Best | |
| $13B | 11.5Lowest | 0.46 | +57% | |
| $88B | 34.6 | - | +91% | |
| $4.8T | 36.8 | 1.23 | +34% | |
| $1.6T | 26.3 | 1.43 | -2% | |
| $2.9T | 37.8 | 1.35 | +30% | |
| $4.2T | 38.5 | 2.16 | +23% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
IHRT Historical P/E Data (2019–2022)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2022 Q2 | $7.89 | $0.57 | 13.8x | -33% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $18.93 | $0.25 | 75.7x | +269% | |
| FY2019 Q4 | $16.90 | $2.68 | 6.3x | -69% | |
| FY2019 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $15.00 | $4.09 | 3.7x | -82% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $15.05 | $4.77 | 3.2x | -85% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 20.5x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying IHRT stock.
Is IHRT stock overvalued or undervalued?
IHRT trades at -1.9x P/E, below its 5-year average of 20.5x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does IHRT's valuation compare to peers?
iHeartMedia, Inc. P/E of -1.9x compares to sector median of 15.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is IHRT's PEG ratio?
IHRT PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2019-2022.