Moelis & Company (MC) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 22.9x vs 5Y avg 1781.3x · 45th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 2014–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, Moelis & Company (MC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 22.9x, with a stock price of $67.18 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $2.93.
The current P/E is 99% below its 5-year average of 1781.3x. Over the past five years, MC's P/E has ranged from a low of 8.4x to a high of 34715.4x, placing the current valuation at the 45th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.6x, MC trades at a 68% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 783 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 196.5x.
Relative to the broader market, MC trades roughly in line with 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 MC 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.
MC Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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MC P/E vs Peers
Investment Banking and M&A Advisory peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4B | 23.3 | 2.67 | +36% | |
| $4B | 20.4 | - | -19% | |
| $15B | 26.5 | 2.34 | +55% | |
| $10B | 24.2 | 1.53 | +42% | |
| $2B | 28.8 | - | +145%Best | |
| $348B | 21.4 | 1.36 | +27% | |
| $356B | 21.9 | 2.29 | +28% | |
| $909B | 16.2 | 0.92Best | +2% | |
| $424B | 14.7Lowest | 0.96 | +19% | |
| $267B | 20.5 | 2.52 | +17% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
MC Historical P/E Data (2014–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $68.74 | $2.94 | 23.4x | -97% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $71.32 | $2.99 | 23.9x | -97% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $62.32 | $2.54 | 24.5x | -97% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $58.36 | $2.18 | 26.8x | -97% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $73.88 | $1.76 | 42.0x | -95% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $68.51 | $0.53 | 129.8x | -85% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $56.86 | $0.15 | 384.7x | -55% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $45.13 | $0.00 | 34715.4x | +3933% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $45.34 | $0.53 | 85.3x | -90% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $38.44 | $1.26 | 30.5x | -96% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $38.37 | $2.15 | 17.8x | -98% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $33.81 | $3.28 | 10.3x | -99% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $39.35 | $4.67 | 8.4x | -99% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $46.95 | $5.28 | 8.9x | -99% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $62.51 | $5.34 | 11.7x | -99% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $61.87 | $5.90 | 10.5x | -99% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $56.89 | $4.68 | 12.2x | -99% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $54.88 | $3.41 | 16.1x | -98% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $46.76 | $2.85 | 16.4x | -98% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $35.14 | $1.26 | 27.9x | -97% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $31.16 | $1.45 | 21.5x | -98% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $28.10 | $2.09 | 13.4x | -98% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $31.92 | $1.90 | 16.8x | -98% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $32.85 | $2.24 | 14.7x | -98% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $34.95 | $2.12 | 16.5x | -98% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $41.61 | $2.30 | 18.1x | -98% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $34.38 | $2.80 | 12.3x | -99% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $54.80 | $1.36 | 40.3x | -95% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $58.65 | $1.23 | 47.7x | -94% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $50.85 | $1.08 | 47.1x | -95% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $48.50 | $0.79 | 61.4x | -93% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $43.05 | $2.09 | 20.6x | -98% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $38.85 | $2.00 | 19.4x | -98% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $38.50 | $1.72 | 22.4x | -97% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $33.90 | $1.57 | 21.6x | -97% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $26.89 | $1.49 | 18.0x | -98% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $22.50 | $1.57 | 14.3x | -98% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $28.23 | $1.62 | 17.4x | -98% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $29.18 | $1.56 | 18.7x | -98% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $26.26 | $1.58 | 16.6x | -98% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $28.71 | $1.51 | 19.0x | -98% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $34.93 | $1.22 | 28.6x | -97% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 860.8x
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MC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MC stock.
What is MC's P/E ratio?
Moelis & Company (MC) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 22.9x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $2.93. The 5-year average P/E is 1781.3x and the historical range spans 8.4x to 34715.4x.
Is MC stock overvalued or undervalued?
MC trades at 22.9x P/E, below its 5-year average of 1781.3x. At the 45th percentile of its historical range (8.4x–34715.4x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is MC stock expensive?
No, MC is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 22.9x is below the 5-year average of 1781.3x and sits at the 45th percentile of its valuation range.
What is MC's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, MC's P/E ratio has ranged from 8.4x to 34715.4x, with a median of 23.9x and an average of 1781.3x. The current P/E of 22.9x places the stock at the 45th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2014–2025.
How does MC's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
MC trades at 22.9x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 6% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does MC's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Moelis & Company P/E of 22.9x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 13.6x. 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 MC's PEG ratio?
MC PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 22.9x and EPS growth of 65.2%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is MC's earnings yield?
MC earnings yield is 4.38%, the inverse of its 22.9x 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.