Ingles Markets, Incorporated (IMKTA) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1990 to 2026
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IMKTA Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
The current P/E is 92% above its 5-year average of 10.1x. Over the past five years, IMKTA's P/E has ranged from a low of 5.0x to a high of 21.1x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.4x, IMKTA is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 149 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.7x.
Relative to the broader market, IMKTA 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.
IMKTA P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $648M | 11.5 | 0.66 | +12% | |
| $32B | 58.1 | 3.73 | +9% | |
| $315M | 16.1 | - | -41% | |
| $2B | 25.3 | 0.39Best | -16% | |
| $42B | 43.1 | - | -58% | |
| $8B | 15.3 | 0.90 | +42%Best | |
| $2B | 19.4 | - | -11% | |
| $15B | 42.5 | - | -22% | |
| $8B | 9.9Lowest | 0.64 | -26% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
IMKTA Historical P/E Data (1990–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | Sat Mar 28 2026 00:00:00 GM | $89.00 | $5.29 | 16.8x | +22% |
| FY2026 Q1 | Sat Dec 27 2025 00:00:00 GM | $70.26 | $5.01 | 14.0x | +1% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Sat Sep 27 2025 00:00:00 GM | $68.71 | $4.40 | 15.6x | +13% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sat Jun 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $62.54 | $2.97 | 21.1x | +52% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sat Mar 29 2025 00:00:00 GM | $63.79 | $3.26 | 19.6x | +42% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sat Dec 28 2024 00:00:00 GM | $65.32 | $4.14 | 15.8x | +14% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Sat Sep 28 2024 00:00:00 GM | $74.35 | $5.55 | 13.4x | -3% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sat Jun 29 2024 00:00:00 GM | $68.61 | $8.46 | 8.1x | -41% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Mar 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $76.68 | $9.33 | 8.2x | -41% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat Dec 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $86.37 | $9.78 | 8.8x | -36% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $75.33 | $11.15 | 6.8x | -51% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Jun 24 2023 00:00:00 GM | $83.61 | $12.10 | 6.9x | -50% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 13.8x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying IMKTA stock.
Is IMKTA stock overvalued or undervalued?
IMKTA trades at 19.5x P/E, above its 5-year average of 10.1x. The 90th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does IMKTA's valuation compare to peers?
Ingles Markets, Incorporated P/E of 19.5x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is IMKTA's PEG ratio?
IMKTA PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1990-2026.