Pegasystems Inc. (PEGA) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1996 to 2026
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PEGA Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Pegasystems Inc. (PEGA) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.2x, with a stock price of $36.73 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.91.
The current P/E is 86% below its 5-year average of 122.0x. Over the past five years, PEGA's P/E has ranged from a low of 22.9x to a high of 906.3x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 27.7x, PEGA trades at a 38% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 359 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 184.2x.
Relative to the broader market, PEGA 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.
PEGA P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 1440.0 | - | +101% | |
| $2B | 88.9 | - | -74% | |
| $4B | 184.2 | - | -30% | |
| $6B | 9.9Lowest | 0.37Best | +43% | |
| $179B | 23.9 | 1.95 | +23% | |
| $97B | 56.0 | 0.81 | +22% | |
| $3.1T | 30.9 | 1.64 | +16% | |
| $559B | 44.8 | 6.31 | +17% | |
| $204B | 24.9 | 3.76 | +126%Best | |
| $114B | 29.8 | 2.04 | +31% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
PEGA Historical P/E Data (1996–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $42.56 | $1.86 | 22.9x | -78% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $59.72 | $2.13 | 28.0x | -73% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $57.50 | $1.48 | 38.9x | -62% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $54.13 | $1.16 | 46.8x | -55% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $34.76 | $1.02 | 34.0x | -67% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $46.60 | $0.50 | 92.9x | -10% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $36.55 | $0.65 | 56.1x | -46% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $30.27 | $0.69 | 43.8x | -58% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $32.32 | $0.37 | 86.7x | -16% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $24.43 | $0.32 | 76.7x | -26% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $69.60 | $0.08 | 906.3x | +777% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Mon Dec 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $23.92 | $0.06 | 401.3x | +288% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 103.4x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PEGA stock.
Is PEGA stock overvalued or undervalued?
PEGA trades at 17.2x P/E, below its 5-year average of 122.0x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does PEGA's valuation compare to peers?
Pegasystems Inc. P/E of 17.2x compares to sector median of 27.7x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is PEGA's PEG ratio?
PEGA PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1996-2026.