MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1999 to 2026
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MFA Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 5.8x, with a stock price of $9.77 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.28.
The current P/E is 64% below its 5-year average of 16.4x. Over the past five years, MFA's P/E has ranged from a low of 6.7x to a high of 114.1x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.3x, MFA trades at a 76% 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, MFA 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 MFA 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.
MFA P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10B | 11.6 | - | +1760%Best | |
| $16B | 7.7 | - | +80% | |
| $250M | 8.8 | - | -27% | |
| $182M | 20.2 | - | -23% | |
| $960M | 11.1 | 0.38Best | -28% | |
| $576M | 5.2Lowest | - | +135% | |
| $1B | 11.4 | 0.46 | -13% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
MFA Historical P/E Data (1999–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $9.58 | $1.07 | 8.9x | -70% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $9.31 | $1.39 | 6.7x | -77% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $9.19 | $0.85 | 10.8x | -64% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $9.46 | $0.87 | 10.9x | -63% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $10.26 | $0.98 | 10.5x | -65% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $10.19 | $0.81 | 12.6x | -58% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.72 | $1.59 | 8.0x | -73% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $10.64 | $0.67 | 15.9x | -47% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $11.41 | $0.10 | 114.1x | +284% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $11.27 | $1.44 | 7.8x | -74% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $9.61 | $0.71 | 13.6x | -54% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $11.24 | $0.68 | 16.6x | -44% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 29.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MFA stock.
Is MFA stock overvalued or undervalued?
MFA trades at 5.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 16.4x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does MFA's valuation compare to peers?
MFA Financial, Inc. P/E of 5.8x compares to sector median of 24.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is MFA's PEG ratio?
MFA PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1999-2026.