KVH Industries, Inc. (KVHI) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1996 to 2023
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KVHI Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, KVH Industries, Inc. (KVHI) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -26.8x, with a stock price of $10.20 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.26.
The current P/E is 101% below its 5-year average of 3227.3x. Over the past five years, KVHI's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.9x to a high of 63250.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 27.7x, KVHI trades at a 197% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 359 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 184.2x.
Relative to the broader market, KVHI 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.
KVHI 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 | 55.4 | - | -23% | |
| $4B | 37.9 | - | +13%Best | |
| $225M | 14.4Lowest | - | +3% | |
| $12B | 20.4 | - | +10% | |
| $56B | 35.3 | 3.37Best | +8% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
KVHI Historical P/E Data (1996–2023)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $9.14 | $0.10 | 93.0x | -93% |
| FY2020 Q1 | $9.43 | $1.91 | 4.9x | -100% | |
| FY2019 Q4 | $11.13 | $1.90 | 5.9x | -100% | |
| FY2019 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $10.65 | $1.99 | 5.4x | -100% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $10.87 | $2.17 | 5.0x | -100% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2016 00:00:00 GM | $8.81 | $0.21 | 42.1x | -97% |
| FY2016 Q1 | $9.55 | $0.05 | 181.2x | -87% | |
| FY2015 Q4 | $9.42 | $0.14 | 66.7x | -95% | |
| FY2014 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2014 00:00:00 GM | $12.65 | $0.00 | 63250.0x | +4364% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2014 00:00:00 GM | $13.16 | $0.09 | 141.8x | -90% |
| FY2013 Q4 | $13.03 | $0.30 | 44.0x | -97% | |
| FY2013 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2013 00:00:00 GM | $13.80 | $0.50 | 27.6x | -98% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 1416.8x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KVHI stock.
Is KVHI stock overvalued or undervalued?
KVHI trades at -26.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 3227.3x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does KVHI's valuation compare to peers?
KVH Industries, Inc. P/E of -26.8x compares to sector median of 27.7x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is KVHI's PEG ratio?
KVHI PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1996-2023.