Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (OEC) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2015 to 2025
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OEC Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 10, 2026, Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (OEC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -6.1x, with a stock price of $7.61 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1.58.
The current P/E is 131% below its 5-year average of 20.1x. Over the past five years, OEC's P/E has ranged from a low of 6.8x to a high of 57.1x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Basic Materials sector median P/E of 23.8x, OEC trades at a 126% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 123 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 2.0x to 140.3x.
Relative to the broader market, OEC trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.9x. 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.
OEC P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4B | 14.2 | - | -10% | |
| $2B | 17.2 | 0.54Best | +229%Best | |
| $8B | 18.0 | 5.59 | -47% | |
| $13B | 18.8 | 1.05 | +17% | |
| $546M | 11.3Lowest | 6.01 | +11% | |
| $5B | 33.9 | 2.65 | +21% | |
| $71B | 18.5 | - | +32% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
OEC Historical P/E Data (2015–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $10.49 | $0.27 | 38.9x | +105% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $12.93 | $0.46 | 28.1x | +49% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $15.79 | $0.75 | 21.1x | +11% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $17.81 | $0.53 | 33.4x | +77% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $21.94 | $1.32 | 16.6x | -12% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $23.52 | $1.48 | 15.9x | -16% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $27.73 | $1.73 | 16.0x | -15% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $21.28 | $1.85 | 11.5x | -39% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $21.22 | $1.93 | 11.0x | -42% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $26.09 | $1.91 | 13.7x | -28% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $17.81 | $1.74 | 10.2x | -46% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $13.35 | $1.55 | 8.6x | -54% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 18.9x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying OEC stock.
Is OEC stock overvalued or undervalued?
OEC trades at -6.1x P/E, below its 5-year average of 20.1x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does OEC's valuation compare to peers?
Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. P/E of -6.1x compares to sector median of 23.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is OEC's PEG ratio?
OEC PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2015-2025.