Pitney Bowes Inc. (PBI) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1990 to 2026
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PBI Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Pitney Bowes Inc. (PBI) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 18.5x, with a stock price of $15.57 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.06.
The current P/E is 20% below its 5-year average of 23.1x. Over the past five years, PBI's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.6x to a high of 94.6x, placing the current valuation at the 75th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.5x, PBI trades at a 27% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 413 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 185.3x.
Relative to the broader market, PBI 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our PBI 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.
PBI P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $400M | 14.2 | - | +150%Best | |
| $10B | 29.8 | 2.16 | +14% | |
| $85B | 15.3 | 0.45 | -3% | |
| $88B | 22.4 | 0.80 | -2% | |
| $6B | 185.3 | - | -75% | |
| $263M | 10.8Lowest | - | +127% | |
| $2.9T | 37.8 | 1.35 | +30% | |
| $559B | 44.8 | 6.31 | +17% | |
| $1B | 14.9 | 0.28Best | +53% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
PBI Historical P/E Data (1990–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $11.05 | $1.00 | 11.1x | -61% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $10.57 | $0.82 | 12.9x | -54% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $11.41 | $0.45 | 25.4x | -9% | |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $3.89 | $0.04 | 94.6x | +238% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $3.80 | $0.21 | 18.5x | -34% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $2.33 | $0.18 | 12.9x | -54% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $3.62 | $0.20 | 18.1x | -35% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $5.20 | $0.29 | 17.9x | -36% | |
| FY2021 Q3 | $7.21 | $0.09 | 80.1x | +186% | |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $8.77 | $0.11 | 79.7x | +185% |
| FY2019 Q4 | $4.03 | $1.13 | 3.6x | -87% | |
| FY2019 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $4.57 | $0.34 | 13.5x | -52% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 28.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PBI stock.
Is PBI stock overvalued or undervalued?
PBI trades at 18.5x P/E, near its 5-year average of 23.1x. The 75th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does PBI's valuation compare to peers?
Pitney Bowes Inc. P/E of 18.5x compares to sector median of 25.5x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is PBI's PEG ratio?
PBI PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1990-2026.