Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (LINC) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2005 to 2025
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LINC Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (LINC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 69.4x, with a stock price of $45.09 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.64.
The current P/E is 225% above its 5-year average of 21.3x. Over the past five years, LINC's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.8x to a high of 51.9x, placing the current valuation at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.1x, LINC trades at a 264% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 149 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 193.7x.
Relative to the broader market, LINC commands a significant premium over 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.
LINC P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 34.2 | 0.41Best | +51% | |
| $2B | 14.4Lowest | 2.11 | +11% | |
| $4B | 57.0 | 3.78 | +27% | |
| $5B | 17.0 | 6.24 | -59% | |
| $5B | 22.0 | 3.06 | -0% | |
| $2B | 14.6 | 1.93 | +16% | |
| $1B | 42.7 | 25.12 | +147%Best | |
| $5B | 17.1 | - | -2% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
LINC Historical P/E Data (2005–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $24.15 | $0.65 | 37.0x | +79% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $23.50 | $0.45 | 51.9x | +151% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $23.05 | $0.46 | 49.8x | +141% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $15.87 | $0.39 | 40.7x | +97% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $15.82 | $0.32 | 49.3x | +139% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $11.94 | $0.32 | 37.2x | +80% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $11.86 | $0.26 | 46.0x | +123% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $10.33 | $0.85 | 12.2x | -41% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $10.04 | $0.85 | 11.8x | -43% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $8.45 | $0.88 | 9.6x | -54% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $6.74 | $0.92 | 7.4x | -64% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $5.66 | $0.34 | 16.4x | -21% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 20.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying LINC stock.
Is LINC stock overvalued or undervalued?
LINC trades at 69.4x P/E, above its 5-year average of 21.3x. The 100th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does LINC's valuation compare to peers?
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation P/E of 69.4x compares to sector median of 19.1x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is LINC's PEG ratio?
LINC PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2005-2025.