Manchester United plc (MANU) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2013 to 2020
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Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of March 2, 2026, Manchester United plc (MANU) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -70.5x, with a stock price of $18.01 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.05.
The current P/E is 109% below its 5-year average of 786.4x. Over the past five years, MANU's P/E has ranged from a low of 20.7x to a high of 13258.3x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.1x, MANU trades at a 566% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 108 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.5x to 181.8x.
Relative to the broader market, MANU trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 26.2x. 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.
Peer Comparison
P/E metrics vs. Live Events and Sports Operators peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TKOTKO Group Holdings, Inc. | $26B | 99.1 | 83.11Best | +4032%Best |
MSGEMadison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. | $3B | 82.0 | - | -74% |
TDICDreamland Limited Class A Ordinary Shares | $6M | 6.3Lowest | - | -9% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
Historical P/E Data
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 Q2 | $19.93 | $0.13 | 149.5x | -76% | |
| FY2020 Q1 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $16.43 | $0.08 | 197.2x | -69% |
| FY2019 Q4 | Sun Jun 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $18.08 | $0.12 | 154.7x | -75% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sun Mar 31 2019 00:00:00 GM | $19.22 | $0.15 | 129.7x | -79% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Mon Dec 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $18.98 | $0.14 | 132.2x | -79% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sat Mar 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $19.20 | $0.13 | 147.7x | -77% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Sun Dec 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $19.80 | $0.07 | 303.7x | -52% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Sat Sep 30 2017 00:00:00 GM | $18.00 | $0.30 | 61.0x | -90% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Fri Jun 30 2017 00:00:00 GM | $16.25 | $0.24 | 66.5x | -89% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Fri Mar 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $16.90 | $0.09 | 191.2x | -70% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Sat Dec 31 2016 00:00:00 GM | $14.25 | $0.20 | 73.0x | -88% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Fri Sep 30 2016 00:00:00 GM | $16.88 | $0.20 | 86.5x | -86% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 630.1x
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Is MANU stock overvalued or undervalued?
MANU trades at -70.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 786.4x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does MANU's valuation compare to peers?
Manchester United plc P/E of -70.5x compares to sector median of 15.1x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is MANU's PEG ratio?
MANU PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2013-2020.