Orchid Island Capital, Inc. (ORC) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2013 to 2025
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ORC Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Orchid Island Capital, Inc. (ORC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 5.6x, with a stock price of $6.96 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.96.
The current P/E is 96% below its 5-year average of 156.2x. Over the past five years, ORC's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.7x to a high of 1541.7x, placing the current valuation at the 10th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.3x, ORC trades at a 77% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 170 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.1x to 195.0x.
The PEG ratio of 0.11 (P/E divided by 114% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, ORC 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 ORC 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.
ORC 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% | |
| $182M | 20.2 | - | -23% | |
| $2B | 5.3 | - | +747% | |
| $3B | 5.4 | - | +66% | |
| $997M | 5.8 | - | +105% | |
| $250M | 8.8 | - | -27% | |
| $1B | 11.4 | 0.46Best | -13% | |
| $576M | 5.2Lowest | - | +135% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
ORC Historical P/E Data (2013–2025)
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 | $7.20 | $1.04 | 6.9x | -95% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $7.01 | $0.49 | 14.3x | -90% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $7.01 | $0.20 | 35.1x | -75% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $7.52 | $0.40 | 18.6x | -87% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $7.78 | $0.60 | 12.9x | -91% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $8.22 | $1.05 | 7.8x | -94% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $25.95 | $0.69 | 37.8x | -73% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $30.05 | $5.21 | 5.8x | -96% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $25.05 | $0.18 | 140.8x | +2% |
| FY2019 Q4 | $29.25 | $2.19 | 13.3x | -90% | |
| FY2017 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $46.40 | $0.10 | 464.0x | +236% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $49.95 | $2.45 | 20.4x | -85% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 138.1x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ORC stock.
Is ORC stock overvalued or undervalued?
ORC trades at 5.6x P/E, below its 5-year average of 156.2x. At the 10th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does ORC's valuation compare to peers?
Orchid Island Capital, Inc. P/E of 5.6x compares to sector median of 24.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is ORC's PEG ratio?
ORC PEG ratio is 0.11. Below 1.0 indicates valuation is supported by earnings growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2013-2025.