Kelly Services, Inc. (KELYA) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1989 to 2024
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KELYA Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Kelly Services, Inc. (KELYA) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -1.4x, with a stock price of $9.79 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-7.28.
The current P/E is 103% below its 5-year average of 43.6x. Over the past five years, KELYA's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.3x to a high of 485.1x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.9x, KELYA trades at a 105% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 414 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 185.4x.
Relative to the broader market, KELYA trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. 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.
KELYA P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 19.7 | - | -45% | |
| $895M | 8.1Lowest | - | -32% | |
| $769M | 21.5 | - | -25% | |
| $2B | 27.2 | - | +53%Best | |
| $83B | 20.8 | 1.75Best | +10% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
KELYA Historical P/E Data (1989–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q3 | Sun Sep 29 2024 00:00:00 GM | $21.12 | $1.16 | 18.2x | -40% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $21.41 | $1.32 | 16.2x | -46% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $25.04 | $1.39 | 18.0x | -41% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $21.62 | $0.98 | 22.1x | -27% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sun Oct 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $18.19 | $0.65 | 28.1x | -7% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sun Jul 02 2023 00:00:00 GM | $17.61 | $0.04 | 485.1x | +1502% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sun Oct 02 2022 00:00:00 GM | $13.59 | $0.18 | 76.5x | +153% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sun Jul 03 2022 00:00:00 GM | $19.54 | $1.48 | 13.2x | -56% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sun Apr 03 2022 00:00:00 GM | $21.54 | $2.02 | 10.7x | -65% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $16.77 | $3.91 | 4.3x | -86% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Sun Oct 03 2021 00:00:00 GM | $19.32 | $2.70 | 7.2x | -76% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Sun Jul 04 2021 00:00:00 GM | $23.31 | $2.25 | 10.4x | -66% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 30.3x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KELYA stock.
Is KELYA stock overvalued or undervalued?
KELYA trades at -1.4x P/E, below its 5-year average of 43.6x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does KELYA's valuation compare to peers?
Kelly Services, Inc. P/E of -1.4x compares to sector median of 25.9x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is KELYA's PEG ratio?
KELYA PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1989-2024.