Liquidity Services, Inc. (LQDT) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2006 to 2026
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LQDT Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Liquidity Services, Inc. (LQDT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 41.7x, with a stock price of $36.25 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.94.
The current P/E is 64% 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 95th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.4x, LQDT trades at a 114% premium 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, LQDT 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.
LQDT P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $305M | 1.1Lowest | - | +130% | |
| $4B | 54.6 | - | +93% | |
| $33B | 21.3 | 1.26 | +14% | |
| $3B | 16.7 | - | +264% | |
| $49B | 24.5 | - | +10% | |
| $13B | 5.1 | - | +573%Best | |
| $5B | 9.4 | - | -38% | |
| $2.9T | 37.8 | 1.35 | +30% | |
| $85B | 15.3 | 0.45Best | -3% | |
| $88B | 22.4 | 0.80 | -2% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
LQDT Historical P/E Data (2006–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | $30.57 | $0.93 | 32.9x | -4% | |
| FY2026 Q1 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $30.31 | $0.92 | 32.9x | -4% |
| FY2025 Q4 | $27.43 | $0.87 | 31.5x | -8% | |
| FY2025 Q3 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $23.59 | $0.83 | 28.4x | -17% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $31.01 | $0.79 | 39.3x | +14% |
| FY2025 Q1 | $32.29 | $0.75 | 43.1x | +25% | |
| FY2024 Q4 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $22.80 | $0.63 | 36.2x | +5% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $19.98 | $0.63 | 31.7x | -8% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $18.60 | $0.65 | 28.6x | -17% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $17.21 | $0.60 | 28.7x | -17% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $17.62 | $0.66 | 26.7x | -22% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $16.50 | $0.71 | 23.2x | -32% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 34.4x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying LQDT stock.
Is LQDT stock overvalued or undervalued?
LQDT trades at 41.7x P/E, above its 5-year average of 25.4x. The 95th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does LQDT's valuation compare to peers?
Liquidity Services, Inc. P/E of 41.7x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is LQDT's PEG ratio?
LQDT PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2006-2026.