MFA Financial, Inc. 9.000% Senior Notes (MFAO) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2024 to 2026
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MFAO Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, MFA Financial, Inc. 9.000% Senior Notes (MFAO) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.0x, with a stock price of $25.18 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.28.
The current P/E is 43% below its 5-year average of 26.4x. Over the past five years, MFAO's P/E has ranged from a low of 16.2x to a high of 38.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.2x, MFAO trades at a 38% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 171 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.1x to 196.6x.
Relative to the broader market, MFAO trades at a notable discount to 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.
MFAO P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $995M | 5.8 | - | +105% | |
| $249M | 8.7 | - | -27% | |
| $3B | 29.9 | - | +155% | |
| $243M | 4.9Lowest | 4.84Best | +49% | |
| $16B | 7.7 | - | +80% | |
| $10B | 11.5 | - | +1760%Best | |
| $577M | 5.2 | - | +135% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
MFAO Historical P/E Data (2024–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $24.91 | $1.07 | 23.3x | -12% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $25.40 | $1.39 | 18.3x | -31% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $25.30 | $0.85 | 29.8x | +13% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $25.17 | $0.87 | 28.9x | +9% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $25.33 | $0.98 | 25.8x | -2% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $25.36 | $0.81 | 31.3x | +18% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $25.82 | $1.59 | 16.2x | -39% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $25.43 | $0.67 | 38.0x | +44% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 26.4x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MFAO stock.
Is MFAO stock overvalued or undervalued?
MFAO trades at 15.0x P/E, below its 5-year average of 26.4x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does MFAO's valuation compare to peers?
MFA Financial, Inc. 9.000% Senior Notes P/E of 15.0x compares to sector median of 24.2x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is MFAO's PEG ratio?
MFAO PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2024-2026.