Jack in the Box Inc. (JACK) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1996 to 2024
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JACK Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Jack in the Box Inc. (JACK) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -3.3x, with a stock price of $13.87 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-3.61.
The current P/E is 120% below its 5-year average of 16.6x. Over the past five years, JACK's P/E has ranged from a low of 10.5x to a high of 30.5x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.4x, JACK trades at a 117% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 302 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.2x.
Relative to the broader market, JACK 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.
JACK P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1B | 7.3Lowest | 0.71 | -2% | |
| $3B | 63.5 | - | +354%Best | |
| $2B | 14.3 | - | +297% | |
| $202B | 23.7 | 1.74 | +5% | |
| $27B | 33.7 | 4.21 | -26% | |
| $43B | 28.3 | 2.08 | +7% | |
| $1B | 36.5 | - | -65% | |
| $11B | 18.9 | 2.62 | +5% | |
| $10B | 25.9 | 0.38Best | -6% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
JACK Historical P/E Data (1996–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Apr 14 2024 00:00:00 GM | $59.55 | $5.68 | 10.5x | -50% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Jan 21 2024 00:00:00 GM | $77.99 | $5.69 | 13.7x | -34% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $69.06 | $6.30 | 11.0x | -47% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sun Jul 09 2023 00:00:00 GM | $94.68 | $7.39 | 12.8x | -38% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $87.59 | $7.06 | 12.4x | -40% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sun Jan 22 2023 00:00:00 GM | $74.71 | $6.16 | 12.1x | -42% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $74.07 | $5.47 | 13.5x | -35% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sun Jul 10 2022 00:00:00 GM | $59.59 | $5.10 | 11.7x | -44% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sun Apr 17 2022 00:00:00 GM | $92.00 | $5.81 | 15.8x | -24% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sun Jan 23 2022 00:00:00 GM | $84.30 | $7.02 | 12.0x | -42% |
| FY2021 Q4 | $97.33 | $7.38 | 13.2x | -36% | |
| FY2021 Q3 | Sun Jul 04 2021 00:00:00 GM | $111.25 | $7.22 | 15.4x | -26% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 20.8x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying JACK stock.
Is JACK stock overvalued or undervalued?
JACK trades at -3.3x P/E, below its 5-year average of 16.6x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does JACK's valuation compare to peers?
Jack in the Box Inc. P/E of -3.3x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is JACK's PEG ratio?
JACK PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1996-2024.