LSB Industries, Inc. (LXU) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1992 to 2026
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LXU Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, LSB Industries, Inc. (LXU) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 39.9x, with a stock price of $13.57 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.63.
The current P/E is 37% above its 5-year average of 29.2x. Over the past five years, LXU's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.7x to a high of 239.9x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Basic Materials sector median P/E of 23.4x, LXU trades at a 71% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 125 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 2.0x to 144.2x.
Relative to the broader market, LXU 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.
LXU P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $18B | 13.2 | 0.30Best | +33% | |
| $1B | 13.6 | - | +62% | |
| $33B | 14.4 | 0.35 | +249% | |
| $7B | 5.9Lowest | 0.34 | +605%Best | |
| $8B | 33.3 | 0.58 | -44% | |
| $4B | 25.3 | - | +505% | |
| $229B | 33.8 | 1.33 | +7% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
LXU Historical P/E Data (1992–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $14.90 | $0.63 | 23.6x | +1% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $8.50 | $0.34 | 25.1x | +8% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $8.18 | $0.03 | 239.9x | +928% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $8.78 | $0.23 | 37.5x | +61% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $9.31 | $0.37 | 25.4x | +9% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $10.23 | $1.27 | 8.1x | -65% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $9.85 | $1.40 | 7.1x | -70% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $10.33 | $2.22 | 4.7x | -80% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $13.30 | $2.66 | 5.0x | -79% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $14.25 | $2.77 | 5.1x | -78% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2017 00:00:00 GM | $7.95 | $1.50 | 5.3x | -77% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $7.22 | $1.37 | 5.3x | -77% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 23.3x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying LXU stock.
Is LXU stock overvalued or undervalued?
LXU trades at 39.9x P/E, above its 5-year average of 29.2x. The 90th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does LXU's valuation compare to peers?
LSB Industries, Inc. P/E of 39.9x compares to sector median of 23.4x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is LXU's PEG ratio?
LXU PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1992-2026.