Leslie's, Inc. (LESL) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2021 to 2024
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LESL Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Leslie's, Inc. (LESL) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -0.1x, with a stock price of $1.43 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-29.62.
The current P/E is 100% below its 5-year average of 56.0x. Over the past five years, LESL's P/E has ranged from a low of 15.7x to a high of 266.9x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.4x, LESL trades at a 100% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 302 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.2x.
Relative to the broader market, LESL 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.
LESL P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $295M | 15.5 | - | +86%Best | |
| $7B | 17.6 | 4.53 | -4% | |
| $8B | 23.4 | 1.66 | +8% | |
| $3B | 21.7 | 0.16Best | +26% | |
| $17B | 35.0 | 2.97 | -8% | |
| $9B | 20.4 | 2.59 | -57% | |
| $6B | 22.3 | 0.92 | +7% | |
| $6B | 37.1 | 8.94 | +24% | |
| $1B | 15.1Lowest | 2.10 | -17% | |
| $4B | 22.0 | 6.58 | -15% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
LESL Historical P/E Data (2021–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q3 | Sat Jun 29 2024 00:00:00 GM | $83.80 | $0.31 | 266.9x | +376% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Mar 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $130.00 | $1.55 | 83.7x | +49% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat Dec 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $138.20 | $1.89 | 73.0x | +30% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $113.20 | $2.98 | 37.9x | -32% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Jul 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $187.80 | $7.40 | 25.4x | -55% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Apr 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $220.20 | $13.00 | 16.9x | -70% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $244.20 | $15.59 | 15.7x | -72% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $294.20 | $17.25 | 17.1x | -70% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sat Jul 02 2022 00:00:00 GM | $302.60 | $15.65 | 19.3x | -66% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sat Apr 02 2022 00:00:00 GM | $403.00 | $14.45 | 27.9x | -50% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sat Jan 01 2022 00:00:00 GM | $473.20 | $14.58 | 32.5x | -42% |
| FY2021 Q4 | $410.80 | $12.71 | 32.3x | -42% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 56.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying LESL stock.
Is LESL stock overvalued or undervalued?
LESL trades at -0.1x P/E, below its 5-year average of 56.0x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does LESL's valuation compare to peers?
Leslie's, Inc. P/E of -0.1x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is LESL's PEG ratio?
LESL PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2021-2024.