GEE Group, Inc. (JOB) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -0.7x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 1990–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 13, 2026, GEE Group, Inc. (JOB) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -0.7x, with a stock price of $0.23 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.01.
The current P/E is 103% below its 5-year average of 27.1x. Over the past five years, JOB's P/E has ranged from a low of 0.6x to a high of 233.9x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.8x, JOB trades at a 103% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 403 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 198.8x.
Relative to the broader market, JOB 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our JOB DCF Valuation Calculator →
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.
JOB Cross-Benchmark Valuation
How does the current P/E compare to sector peers and the broader market?
JOB P/E vs Peers
Staffing and Recruiting Services peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 24.4 | - | -45% | |
| $895M | 8.1Lowest | - | -32% | |
| $4B | 15.9 | 0.82 | +42%Best | |
| $1B | 143.9 | - | -84% | |
| $7B | 16.6 | 0.62Best | -9% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
JOB Historical P/E Data (1990–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q1 | - | $0.21 | $0.00 | 47.0x | +139% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Mar 31 2024 | $0.36 | $0.05 | 7.6x | -61% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Dec 31 2023 | $0.50 | $0.06 | 8.1x | -59% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sep 30 2023 | $0.59 | $0.08 | 7.2x | -63% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Jun 30 2023 | $0.51 | $0.07 | 7.0x | -64% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Mar 31 2023 | $0.41 | $0.02 | 16.9x | -14% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Dec 31 2022 | $0.49 | $0.03 | 17.4x | -12% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sep 30 2022 | $0.63 | $0.16 | 3.9x | -80% |
| FY2022 Q3 | - | $0.52 | $0.20 | 2.6x | -87% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $0.55 | $0.17 | 3.3x | -83% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Dec 31 2021 | $0.57 | $0.06 | 9.2x | -53% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Mar 31 2021 | $1.27 | $1.10 | 1.2x | -94% |
| FY2021 Q1 | - | $1.00 | $0.82 | 1.2x | -94% |
| FY2020 Q4 | Sep 30 2020 | $1.00 | $0.57 | 1.8x | -91% |
| FY2020 Q3 | - | $0.55 | $0.96 | 0.6x | -97% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Mar 31 2017 | $4.95 | $0.16 | 31.7x | +61% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Dec 31 2016 | $4.33 | $0.17 | 25.4x | +29% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Sep 30 2016 | $5.23 | $0.12 | 44.3x | +125% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Jun 30 2012 | $3.98 | $0.02 | 233.9x | +1088% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Mar 31 2012 | $5.70 | $0.08 | 70.8x | +260% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Dec 31 2011 | $4.20 | $0.27 | 15.6x | -21% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Sep 30 2011 | $2.30 | $0.26 | 8.8x | -55% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Mar 31 2008 | $13.80 | $0.18 | 76.7x | +289% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Dec 31 2007 | $16.30 | $1.36 | 12.0x | -39% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Sep 30 2007 | $16.10 | $2.35 | 6.9x | -65% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Jun 30 2007 | $20.10 | $2.18 | 9.2x | -53% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Mar 31 2007 | $23.10 | $2.68 | 8.6x | -56% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Dec 31 2006 | $17.00 | $2.81 | 6.0x | -69% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Sep 30 2006 | $16.90 | $2.46 | 6.9x | -65% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Jun 30 2006 | $15.10 | $2.36 | 6.4x | -68% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Mar 31 2006 | $16.00 | $2.06 | 7.8x | -61% |
| FY2006 Q1 | Dec 31 2005 | $19.10 | $1.84 | 10.4x | -47% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Sep 30 2005 | $20.80 | $1.84 | 11.3x | -43% |
| FY2001 Q3 | Jun 30 2001 | $25.00 | $0.26 | 96.2x | +388% |
| FY2001 Q2 | Mar 31 2001 | $26.50 | $2.50 | 10.6x | -46% |
| FY2001 Q1 | Dec 31 2000 | $25.63 | $4.10 | 6.3x | -68% |
| FY2000 Q4 | Sep 30 2000 | $33.75 | $5.00 | 6.8x | -66% |
| FY2000 Q3 | Jun 30 2000 | $38.13 | $5.37 | 7.1x | -64% |
| FY2000 Q2 | Mar 31 2000 | $41.25 | $5.57 | 7.4x | -62% |
| FY2000 Q1 | Dec 31 1999 | $47.50 | $5.77 | 8.2x | -58% |
| FY1999 Q4 | - | $38.04 | $5.67 | 6.7x | -66% |
| FY1999 Q3 | Jun 30 1999 | $47.83 | $5.57 | 8.6x | -56% |
| FY1999 Q2 | Mar 31 1999 | $40.76 | $5.17 | 7.9x | -60% |
| FY1999 Q1 | - | $58.70 | $5.27 | 11.1x | -43% |
| FY1998 Q4 | Sep 30 1998 | $55.34 | $5.77 | 9.6x | -51% |
| FY1998 Q3 | - | $74.11 | $5.79 | 12.8x | -35% |
| FY1998 Q2 | - | $92.89 | $5.69 | 16.3x | -17% |
| FY1998 Q1 | Dec 31 1997 | $148.22 | $5.59 | 26.5x | +35% |
| FY1997 Q4 | - | $92.89 | $4.89 | 19.0x | -4% |
| FY1997 Q3 | Jun 30 1997 | $61.92 | $4.53 | 13.7x | -31% |
| FY1997 Q2 | Mar 31 1997 | $46.44 | $4.13 | 11.2x | -43% |
| FY1997 Q1 | - | $46.11 | $3.73 | 12.4x | -37% |
| FY1996 Q4 | Sep 30 1996 | $59.58 | $3.43 | 17.4x | -12% |
| FY1996 Q3 | Jun 30 1996 | $51.56 | $3.10 | 16.6x | -16% |
| FY1996 Q2 | Mar 31 1996 | $40.67 | $3.10 | 13.1x | -33% |
| FY1996 Q1 | Dec 31 1995 | $24.06 | $2.50 | 9.6x | -51% |
| FY1995 Q4 | Sep 30 1995 | $30.88 | $2.30 | 13.4x | -32% |
| FY1995 Q3 | Jun 30 1995 | $23.66 | $3.00 | 7.9x | -60% |
| FY1995 Q2 | Mar 31 1995 | $28.89 | $2.70 | 10.7x | -46% |
| FY1995 Q1 | Dec 31 1994 | $33.37 | $2.80 | 11.9x | -39% |
| FY1994 Q4 | Sep 30 1994 | $19.06 | $2.50 | 7.6x | -61% |
| FY1994 Q3 | - | $14.08 | $1.00 | 14.1x | -29% |
| FY1994 Q2 | - | $8.66 | $0.70 | 12.4x | -37% |
| FY1994 Q1 | Dec 31 1993 | $8.45 | $0.10 | 84.5x | +329% |
| FY1993 Q4 | - | $8.23 | $0.20 | 41.1x | +109% |
| FY1993 Q3 | Jun 30 1993 | $8.23 | $0.60 | 13.7x | -30% |
| FY1990 Q3 | Jun 30 1990 | $13.43 | $0.70 | 19.2x | -3% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 19.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying JOB stock.
What is JOB's P/E ratio?
GEE Group, Inc. (JOB) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -0.7x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-0.01. The 5-year average P/E is 27.1x and the historical range spans 0.6x to 233.9x.
Is JOB stock overvalued or undervalued?
JOB trades at -0.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 27.1x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (0.6x–233.9x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is JOB stock expensive?
No, JOB is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -0.7x is below the 5-year average of 27.1x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is JOB's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, JOB's P/E ratio has ranged from 0.6x to 233.9x, with a median of 8.1x and an average of 27.1x. The current P/E of -0.7x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1990–2025.
How does JOB's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
JOB trades at -0.7x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.1x. The 103% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does JOB's valuation compare to Industrials peers?
GEE Group, Inc. P/E of -0.7x compares to the Industrials sector median of 25.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is JOB's PEG ratio?
JOB PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -0.7x and EPS growth of -45.5%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is JOB's earnings yield?
JOB earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -0.7x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.