New Mountain Finance Corporation (NMFC) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2011 to 2025
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NMFC Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
The current P/E is 339% above its 5-year average of 13.7x. Over the past five years, NMFC's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.7x to a high of 65.8x, placing the current valuation at the 95th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.3x, NMFC trades at a 351% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 779 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 197.4x.
Relative to the broader market, NMFC commands a significant premium over 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.
NMFC P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $14B | 10.4 | 1.01 | -24% | |
| $1B | 5.6 | - | -23% | |
| $4B | 9.4 | 0.31 | +4% | |
| $222M | 4.5Lowest | 4.43 | +49%Best | |
| $881M | 7.7 | 0.84 | -4% | |
| $1B | 31.2 | - | -46% | |
| $3B | 292.6 | - | -98% | |
| $965M | 9.5 | 0.23Best | -7% | |
| $871M | 9.4 | 0.26 | -3% | |
| $908M | 12.7 | 1.43 | -49% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
NMFC Historical P/E Data (2011–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $9.21 | $0.14 | 65.8x | +359% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $9.64 | $0.65 | 14.8x | +4% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $10.55 | $0.76 | 13.9x | -3% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $11.03 | $1.00 | 11.0x | -23% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $11.26 | $1.04 | 10.8x | -24% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $11.98 | $1.01 | 11.9x | -17% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.24 | $1.06 | 11.5x | -19% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.67 | $1.07 | 11.8x | -17% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $12.72 | $1.21 | 10.5x | -27% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $12.95 | $1.11 | 11.7x | -19% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $12.44 | $0.92 | 13.5x | -6% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $12.17 | $0.76 | 16.0x | +12% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 14.3x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NMFC stock.
Is NMFC stock overvalued or undervalued?
NMFC trades at 60.1x P/E, above its 5-year average of 13.7x. The 95th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does NMFC's valuation compare to peers?
New Mountain Finance Corporation P/E of 60.1x compares to sector median of 13.3x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is NMFC's PEG ratio?
NMFC PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2011-2025.