Lithium Americas Corp. (LAC) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2013 to 2023
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LAC Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Lithium Americas Corp. (LAC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -28.5x, with a stock price of $5.99 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1.01.
The current P/E is 119% below its 5-year average of 153.1x. Over the past five years, LAC's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.5x to a high of 1331.8x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Basic Materials sector median P/E of 22.9x, LAC trades at a 225% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 125 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 2.1x to 135.9x.
Relative to the broader market, LAC 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.
LAC P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $960M | 6.7Lowest | - | +428%Best | |
| $36B | 16.0 | - | -32% | |
| $1.5T | 369.0 | 9.52Best | -47% | |
| $71B | 24.1 | - | -49% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
LAC Historical P/E Data (2013–2023)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $10.52 | $0.35 | 29.7x | -81% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $12.50 | $0.27 | 46.0x | -70% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $13.46 | $0.08 | 161.2x | +5% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $11.72 | $0.01 | 1331.8x | +770% |
| FY2020 Q2 | $3.14 | $0.45 | 6.9x | -95% | |
| FY2020 Q1 | $1.65 | $0.45 | 3.6x | -98% | |
| FY2019 Q4 | $1.96 | $0.56 | 3.5x | -98% | |
| FY2019 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $1.89 | $0.52 | 3.6x | -98% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2014 00:00:00 GM | $1.44 | $0.20 | 7.2x | -95% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2014 00:00:00 GM | $2.55 | $0.05 | 49.9x | -67% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2013 00:00:00 GM | $0.75 | $0.02 | 41.0x | -73% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 153.1x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying LAC stock.
Is LAC stock overvalued or undervalued?
LAC trades at -28.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 153.1x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does LAC's valuation compare to peers?
Lithium Americas Corp. P/E of -28.5x compares to sector median of 22.9x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is LAC's PEG ratio?
LAC PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2013-2023.