J.W. Mays, Inc. (MAYS) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1991 to 2022
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MAYS Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, J.W. Mays, Inc. (MAYS) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -627.8x, with a stock price of $42.44 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.42.
The current P/E is 690% below its 5-year average of 106.4x. Over the past five years, MAYS's P/E has ranged from a low of 19.3x to a high of 333.8x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.3x, MAYS trades at a 2682% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 170 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.1x to 195.0x.
Relative to the broader market, MAYS trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. 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 MAYS 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.
MAYS P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 29.8 | - | +23% | |
| $802M | 49.4 | - | +124% | |
| $5B | 19.3 | - | +7359%Best | |
| $295M | 1.7Lowest | 0.05Best | -65% | |
| $9B | 21.6 | 1.94 | -4% | |
| $2B | 24.5 | - | +8% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
MAYS Historical P/E Data (1991–2022)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2022 Q3 | Sat Apr 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $40.73 | $0.13 | 302.6x | +318% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Mon Jan 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $37.05 | $0.14 | 260.7x | +260% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sun Oct 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $34.90 | $0.21 | 164.3x | +127% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Sat Jul 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $38.34 | $0.19 | 199.3x | +175% |
| FY2020 Q3 | $20.56 | $0.06 | 333.8x | +361% | |
| FY2020 Q2 | Fri Jan 31 2020 00:00:00 GM | $29.19 | $0.67 | 43.5x | -40% |
| FY2020 Q1 | $35.17 | $0.85 | 41.4x | -43% | |
| FY2019 Q4 | Wed Jul 31 2019 00:00:00 GM | $35.06 | $0.75 | 46.7x | -35% |
| FY2019 Q3 | $36.80 | $0.33 | 109.9x | +52% | |
| FY2019 Q2 | $39.50 | $0.17 | 226.0x | +212% | |
| FY2019 Q1 | Wed Oct 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $40.00 | $1.23 | 32.4x | -55% |
| FY2018 Q4 | $39.55 | $1.47 | 26.8x | -63% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 72.4x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MAYS stock.
Is MAYS stock overvalued or undervalued?
MAYS trades at -627.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 106.4x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does MAYS's valuation compare to peers?
J.W. Mays, Inc. P/E of -627.8x compares to sector median of 24.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is MAYS's PEG ratio?
MAYS PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1991-2022.