JBG SMITH Properties (JBGS) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2018 to 2023
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JBGS Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, JBG SMITH Properties (JBGS) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -7.4x, with a stock price of $15.46 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1.90.
The current P/E is 108% below its 5-year average of 95.0x. Over the past five years, JBGS's P/E has ranged from a low of 17.9x to a high of 222.8x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.2x, JBGS trades at a 131% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 171 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.1x to 196.6x.
Relative to the broader market, JBGS 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.
JBGS P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 123.9 | - | -25% | |
| $3B | 17.6 | - | +54% | |
| $4B | 109.5 | - | -20% | |
| $6B | 7.6 | - | +10400%Best | |
| $9B | 34.2 | - | +1833% | |
| $11B | 29.4 | 1.26 | +136% | |
| $12B | 32.7 | 0.79Best | +335% | |
| $25B | 22.6 | 4.44 | +7% | |
| $604M | 1.1Lowest | - | +623% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
JBGS Historical P/E Data (2018–2023)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $15.06 | $0.84 | 17.9x | -81% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $18.98 | $0.65 | 29.2x | -69% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $18.58 | $0.39 | 47.7x | -50% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $23.64 | $0.58 | 40.7x | -57% | |
| FY2020 Q3 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $26.74 | $0.12 | 222.8x | +134% |
| FY2020 Q2 | $29.57 | $0.35 | 84.5x | -11% | |
| FY2020 Q1 | $31.83 | $0.61 | 52.4x | -45% | |
| FY2019 Q4 | $39.89 | $0.49 | 81.9x | -14% | |
| FY2019 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $39.21 | $0.23 | 172.8x | +82% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $39.34 | $0.36 | 110.2x | +16% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2019 00:00:00 GM | $41.35 | $0.55 | 75.2x | -21% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Mon Dec 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $34.81 | $0.31 | 110.7x | +16% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 95.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying JBGS stock.
Is JBGS stock overvalued or undervalued?
JBGS trades at -7.4x P/E, below its 5-year average of 95.0x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does JBGS's valuation compare to peers?
JBG SMITH Properties P/E of -7.4x compares to sector median of 24.2x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is JBGS's PEG ratio?
JBGS PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2018-2023.