Kingsway Financial Services Inc. (KFS) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -23.8x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2001–2023
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 23, 2026, Kingsway Financial Services Inc. (KFS) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -23.8x, with a stock price of $10.23 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.35.
The current P/E is 127% below its 5-year average of 88.5x. Over the past five years, KFS's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.6x to a high of 612.7x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 20.8x, KFS trades at a 214% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 307 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 184.9x.
Relative to the broader market, KFS trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.3x. 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 KFS 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.
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KFS P/E vs Peers
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| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4M | 34.0 | - | +111% | |
| $243M | 5.8 | 0.06 | +95% | |
| $722M | 3.8Lowest | 0.05Best | +214%Best | |
| $10B | 19.9 | 1.53 | -7% | |
| $1B | 10.9 | - | -53% | |
| $3B | 15.6 | 0.16 | +60% | |
| $33B | 7.9 | 0.28 | +4% | |
| $13B | 5.3 | 0.18 | +61% | |
| $13B | 15.0 | 0.71 | +20% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
KFS Historical P/E Data (2001–2023)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $8.40 | $0.96 | 8.7x | -84% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $7.55 | $0.74 | 10.1x | -81% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $8.15 | $2.27 | 3.6x | -93% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $8.81 | $2.23 | 4.0x | -93% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $7.93 | $1.07 | 7.4x | -86% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $6.94 | $1.34 | 5.2x | -90% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $5.48 | $0.02 | 314.9x | +480% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $5.80 | $0.01 | 580.0x | +969% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $6.25 | $0.01 | 612.7x | +1029% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $4.57 | $0.04 | 117.2x | +116% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $4.62 | $0.18 | 25.7x | -53% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Sep 30 2007 | $73.72 | $7.24 | 10.2x | -81% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $73.92 | $8.20 | 9.0x | -83% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Mar 31 2007 | $74.84 | $8.08 | 9.3x | -83% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $83.40 | $8.72 | 9.6x | -82% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Sep 30 2006 | $90.84 | $9.70 | 9.4x | -83% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $72.36 | $9.26 | 7.8x | -86% |
| FY2006 Q1 | Mar 31 2006 | $81.60 | $8.54 | 9.6x | -82% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Dec 31 2005 | $80.52 | $9.18 | 8.8x | -84% |
| FY2005 Q3 | Sep 30 2005 | $72.00 | $9.41 | 7.7x | -86% |
| FY2005 Q2 | - | $68.08 | $8.92 | 7.6x | -86% |
| FY2005 Q1 | - | $61.84 | $8.57 | 7.2x | -87% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Dec 31 2004 | $63.52 | $7.57 | 8.4x | -85% |
| FY2004 Q3 | - | $52.56 | $6.31 | 8.3x | -85% |
| FY2004 Q2 | Jun 30 2004 | $47.76 | $5.43 | 8.8x | -84% |
| FY2004 Q1 | Mar 31 2004 | $46.08 | $5.29 | 8.7x | -84% |
| FY2003 Q4 | Dec 31 2003 | $45.36 | $4.94 | 9.2x | -83% |
| FY2003 Q3 | - | $37.60 | $5.13 | 7.3x | -86% |
| FY2003 Q2 | Jun 30 2003 | $48.60 | $5.41 | 9.0x | -83% |
| FY2003 Q1 | Mar 31 2003 | $42.40 | $4.65 | 9.1x | -83% |
| FY2002 Q4 | - | $34.60 | $4.15 | 8.3x | -85% |
| FY2002 Q3 | Sep 30 2002 | $33.00 | $3.43 | 9.6x | -82% |
| FY2002 Q2 | Jun 30 2002 | $45.20 | $3.76 | 12.0x | -78% |
| FY2002 Q1 | Mar 31 2002 | $43.20 | $2.01 | 21.5x | -60% |
| FY2001 Q4 | Dec 31 2001 | $50.12 | $1.87 | 26.8x | -51% |
| FY2001 Q3 | Sep 30 2001 | $38.96 | $1.83 | 21.3x | -61% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 54.3x
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KFS — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KFS stock.
What is KFS's P/E ratio?
Kingsway Financial Services Inc. (KFS) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -23.8x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-0.35. The 5-year average P/E is 88.5x and the historical range spans 3.6x to 612.7x.
Is KFS stock overvalued or undervalued?
KFS trades at -23.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 88.5x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (3.6x–612.7x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is KFS stock expensive?
No, KFS is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -23.8x is below the 5-year average of 88.5x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is KFS's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, KFS's P/E ratio has ranged from 3.6x to 612.7x, with a median of 9.4x and an average of 88.5x. The current P/E of -23.8x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2001–2023.
How does KFS's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
KFS trades at -23.8x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.3x. The 198% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does KFS's valuation compare to Consumer Cyclical peers?
Kingsway Financial Services Inc. P/E of -23.8x compares to the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 20.8x. 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 KFS's PEG ratio?
KFS PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -23.8x and EPS growth of -26.5%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is KFS's earnings yield?
KFS earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -23.8x 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.