Liquidity Services, Inc. (LQDT) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 43.6x vs 5Y avg 25.4x · 100th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2006–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 22, 2026, Liquidity Services, Inc. (LQDT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 43.6x, with a stock price of $37.89 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.94.
The current P/E is 72% above its 5-year average of 25.4x. Over the past five years, LQDT's P/E has ranged from a low of 7.2x to a high of 43.1x, placing the current valuation at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 21.2x, LQDT trades at a 106% premium 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, LQDT commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. 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 LQDT 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.
LQDT Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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LQDT P/E vs Peers
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| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $334M | 0.9Lowest | 0.17Best | +138% | |
| $4B | 59.2 | - | +93% | |
| $28B | 19.0 | 1.13 | +14% | |
| $3B | 16.7 | - | +264% | |
| $49B | 24.9 | - | +10% | |
| $12B | 5.0 | - | +573%Best | |
| $5B | 8.8 | - | -38% | |
| $2.6T | 34.1 | 1.22 | +30% | |
| $89B | 16.0 | 0.48 | -3% | |
| $78B | 19.4 | 0.69 | -2% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
LQDT Historical P/E Data (2006–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $30.57 | $0.93 | 32.9x | -4% |
| FY2026 Q1 | Dec 31 2025 | $30.31 | $0.92 | 32.9x | -4% |
| FY2025 Q4 | - | $27.43 | $0.87 | 31.5x | -8% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Jun 30 2025 | $23.59 | $0.83 | 28.4x | -17% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mar 31 2025 | $31.01 | $0.79 | 39.3x | +14% |
| FY2025 Q1 | - | $32.29 | $0.75 | 43.1x | +25% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Sep 30 2024 | $22.80 | $0.63 | 36.2x | +5% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Jun 30 2024 | $19.98 | $0.63 | 31.7x | -8% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Mar 31 2024 | $18.60 | $0.65 | 28.6x | -17% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Dec 31 2023 | $17.21 | $0.60 | 28.7x | -17% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sep 30 2023 | $17.62 | $0.66 | 26.7x | -22% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Jun 30 2023 | $16.50 | $0.71 | 23.2x | -32% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Mar 31 2023 | $13.17 | $1.00 | 13.2x | -62% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Dec 31 2022 | $14.06 | $1.22 | 11.5x | -67% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sep 30 2022 | $16.26 | $1.20 | 13.6x | -61% |
| FY2022 Q3 | - | $13.44 | $1.87 | 7.2x | -79% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $17.12 | $1.61 | 10.6x | -69% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Dec 31 2021 | $22.08 | $1.41 | 15.7x | -54% |
| FY2021 Q4 | - | $21.61 | $1.44 | 15.0x | -56% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Jun 30 2021 | $25.45 | $0.68 | 37.4x | +9% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Mar 31 2021 | $18.58 | $0.45 | 41.3x | +20% |
| FY2021 Q1 | - | $15.91 | $0.17 | 93.6x | +172% |
| FY2014 Q4 | - | $13.75 | $0.96 | 14.4x | -58% |
| FY2014 Q3 | Jun 30 2014 | $15.76 | $1.30 | 12.1x | -65% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Mar 31 2014 | $26.05 | $1.06 | 24.6x | -29% |
| FY2014 Q1 | - | $22.66 | $1.28 | 17.7x | -49% |
| FY2013 Q4 | Sep 30 2013 | $33.50 | $1.26 | 26.6x | -23% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Jun 30 2013 | $34.67 | $1.12 | 31.0x | -10% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Mar 31 2013 | $29.81 | $1.22 | 24.4x | -29% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Dec 31 2012 | $40.86 | $1.40 | 29.2x | -15% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Sep 30 2012 | $50.21 | $1.48 | 33.9x | -1% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Jun 30 2012 | $51.18 | $1.40 | 36.6x | +6% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Mar 31 2012 | $44.80 | $0.91 | 49.0x | +42% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Dec 31 2011 | $36.90 | $0.52 | 70.4x | +105% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Sep 30 2011 | $32.07 | $0.29 | 109.0x | +217% |
| FY2011 Q3 | - | $23.61 | $0.29 | 82.5x | +140% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $17.86 | $0.43 | 41.3x | +20% |
| FY2011 Q1 | Dec 31 2010 | $14.05 | $0.38 | 36.8x | +7% |
| FY2010 Q4 | - | $16.01 | $0.44 | 36.2x | +5% |
| FY2010 Q3 | Jun 30 2010 | $12.96 | $0.37 | 34.7x | +1% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Mar 31 2010 | $11.54 | $0.38 | 30.1x | -13% |
| FY2010 Q1 | - | $10.07 | $0.31 | 32.1x | -7% |
| FY2009 Q4 | Sep 30 2009 | $10.32 | $0.20 | 50.7x | +47% |
| FY2009 Q3 | - | $9.86 | $0.28 | 35.7x | +4% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $6.99 | $0.30 | 23.6x | -31% |
| FY2009 Q1 | Dec 31 2008 | $8.33 | $0.34 | 24.8x | -28% |
| FY2008 Q4 | - | $10.85 | $0.42 | 26.1x | -24% |
| FY2008 Q3 | Jun 30 2008 | $11.53 | $0.43 | 26.8x | -22% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Mar 31 2008 | $8.00 | $0.40 | 20.0x | -42% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Dec 31 2007 | $12.90 | $0.39 | 33.1x | -4% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Sep 30 2007 | $10.99 | $0.39 | 28.2x | -18% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Jun 30 2007 | $18.76 | $0.36 | 52.0x | +51% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Mar 31 2007 | $16.94 | $0.33 | 51.2x | +49% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Dec 31 2006 | $17.21 | $0.32 | 53.6x | +56% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Sep 30 2006 | $15.59 | $0.30 | 51.8x | +51% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 34.4x
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LQDT — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying LQDT stock.
What is LQDT's P/E ratio?
Liquidity Services, Inc. (LQDT) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 43.6x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.94. The 5-year average P/E is 25.4x and the historical range spans 7.2x to 43.1x.
Is LQDT stock overvalued or undervalued?
LQDT trades at 43.6x P/E, above its 5-year average of 25.4x. The 100th percentile ranking within the 7.2x–43.1x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is LQDT stock expensive?
Yes, LQDT is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 43.6x is above the 5-year average of 25.4x and also above the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 21.2x. The stock sits at the 100th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is LQDT's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, LQDT's P/E ratio has ranged from 7.2x to 43.1x, with a median of 28.6x and an average of 25.4x. The current P/E of 43.6x places the stock at the 100th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2006–2026.
How does LQDT's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
LQDT trades at 43.6x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 79% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does LQDT's valuation compare to Consumer Cyclical peers?
Liquidity Services, Inc. P/E of 43.6x compares to the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 21.2x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is LQDT's PEG ratio?
LQDT PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 43.6x and EPS growth of 38.1%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is LQDT's earnings yield?
LQDT earnings yield is 2.30%, the inverse of its 43.6x 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.