PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd. (PFLT) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 13.6x vs 5Y avg 16.4x · 75th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 2012–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of November 9, 2026, PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd. (PFLT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 13.6x, with a stock price of $6.88 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.51.
The current P/E is 17% below its 5-year average of 16.4x. Over the past five years, PFLT's P/E has ranged from a low of 6.9x to a high of 106.7x, placing the current valuation at the 75th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 12.1x, PFLT is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 763 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 190.1x.
The PEG ratio of 1.53 (P/E divided by -49% EPS growth) suggests a fair valuation 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, PFLT trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 21.8x. 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 PFLT 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.
PFLT Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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PFLT P/E vs Peers
Small-Cap BDCs peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $14B | 15.7 | 1.53 | -24% | |
| $3B | 22.6 | 0.73 | +4% | |
| $177M | 8.2Lowest | 8.05 | +49%Best | |
| $644M | 11.1 | 0.31 | -3% | |
| $218M | 21.1 | - | -33% | |
| $776M | 11.1 | 0.17Best | -36% | |
| $905M | 10.0 | 0.24 | -7% | |
| $3B | 9.1 | - | +15% | |
| $5B | 12.0 | 0.18 | -6% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
PFLT Historical P/E Data (2012–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q3 | - | $7.48 | $0.51 | 14.6x | -22% |
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $8.04 | $0.67 | 11.9x | -36% |
| FY2026 Q1 | Dec 31 2025 | $9.27 | $0.40 | 23.3x | +25% |
| FY2025 Q4 | - | $8.89 | $0.78 | 11.3x | -39% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Jun 30 2025 | $10.33 | $0.89 | 11.6x | -38% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mar 31 2025 | $11.19 | $0.90 | 12.4x | -34% |
| FY2025 Q1 | - | $10.93 | $1.40 | 7.8x | -58% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Sep 30 2024 | $11.57 | $1.43 | 8.1x | -57% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Jun 30 2024 | $11.54 | $1.62 | 7.1x | -62% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Mar 31 2024 | $11.38 | $1.48 | 7.7x | -59% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Dec 31 2023 | $12.10 | $1.12 | 10.8x | -42% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sep 30 2023 | $10.66 | $0.70 | 15.1x | -19% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sep 30 2022 | $9.60 | $0.09 | 106.7x | +470% |
| FY2022 Q3 | - | $11.48 | $0.53 | 21.7x | +16% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $13.51 | $1.03 | 13.1x | -30% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Dec 31 2021 | $12.77 | $1.15 | 11.1x | -41% |
| FY2021 Q4 | - | $12.79 | $1.45 | 8.8x | -53% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Jun 30 2021 | $12.72 | $1.79 | 7.1x | -62% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Mar 31 2021 | $11.88 | $1.73 | 6.9x | -63% |
| FY2021 Q1 | - | $10.53 | $0.89 | 11.8x | -37% |
| FY2020 Q4 | Sep 30 2020 | $8.44 | $0.48 | 17.6x | -6% |
| FY2020 Q3 | - | $8.40 | $0.23 | 36.5x | +95% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $4.86 | $0.03 | 162.0x | +766% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $12.18 | $0.43 | 28.3x | +51% |
| FY2019 Q4 | Sep 30 2019 | $11.60 | $0.30 | 38.7x | +107% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Jun 30 2019 | $11.56 | $0.40 | 28.9x | +54% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Mar 31 2019 | $12.81 | $0.41 | 31.2x | +67% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Dec 31 2018 | $11.57 | $0.95 | 12.2x | -35% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Sep 30 2018 | $13.15 | $0.87 | 15.1x | -19% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Jun 30 2018 | $13.66 | $0.87 | 15.7x | -16% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Mar 31 2018 | $13.09 | $1.03 | 12.7x | -32% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Dec 31 2017 | $13.72 | $0.88 | 15.6x | -17% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Sep 30 2017 | $14.48 | $1.16 | 12.5x | -33% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Jun 30 2017 | $14.11 | $1.46 | 9.7x | -48% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Mar 31 2017 | $13.94 | $1.67 | 8.3x | -55% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Dec 31 2016 | $14.11 | $1.51 | 9.3x | -50% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Sep 30 2016 | $13.23 | $1.25 | 10.6x | -43% |
| FY2016 Q3 | - | $12.40 | $0.71 | 17.6x | -6% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $11.70 | $0.53 | 22.3x | +19% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $11.25 | $0.85 | 13.3x | -29% |
| FY2015 Q4 | Sep 30 2015 | $11.94 | $0.81 | 14.8x | -21% |
| FY2015 Q3 | - | $13.88 | $0.91 | 15.3x | -18% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $14.03 | $0.92 | 15.3x | -18% |
| FY2015 Q1 | Dec 31 2014 | $13.73 | $1.00 | 13.7x | -27% |
| FY2014 Q4 | - | $13.78 | $1.38 | 10.0x | -47% |
| FY2014 Q3 | Jun 30 2014 | $14.29 | $1.60 | 8.9x | -52% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Mar 31 2014 | $13.82 | $1.42 | 9.7x | -48% |
| FY2014 Q1 | - | $13.73 | $1.38 | 9.9x | -47% |
| FY2013 Q4 | Sep 30 2013 | $13.78 | $1.23 | 11.2x | -40% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Jun 30 2013 | $14.14 | $1.44 | 9.8x | -48% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Mar 31 2013 | $13.96 | $1.35 | 10.4x | -45% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Dec 31 2012 | $12.70 | $1.56 | 8.2x | -56% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Sep 30 2012 | $12.67 | $1.75 | 7.3x | -61% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 18.7x
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PFLT — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PFLT stock.
What is PFLT's P/E ratio?
PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd. (PFLT) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 13.6x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.51. The 5-year average P/E is 16.4x and the historical range spans 6.9x to 106.7x.
Is PFLT stock overvalued or undervalued?
PFLT trades at 13.6x P/E, near its 5-year average of 16.4x. The 75th percentile ranking within the 6.9x–106.7x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is PFLT stock expensive?
PFLT is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 13.6x is near the 5-year average of 16.4x (75th percentile of historical range).
What is PFLT's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, PFLT's P/E ratio has ranged from 6.9x to 106.7x, with a median of 11.6x and an average of 16.4x. The current P/E of 13.6x places the stock at the 75th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2012–2026.
How does PFLT's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
PFLT trades at 13.6x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 21.8x. The 38% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does PFLT's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd. P/E of 13.6x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 12.1x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is PFLT's PEG ratio?
PFLT PEG ratio is 1.53, based on a P/E of 13.6x and EPS growth of -48.6%. A PEG between 1 and 2 suggests valuation aligns with growth expectations — typically considered fair.
What is PFLT's earnings yield?
PFLT earnings yield is 7.36%, the inverse of its 13.6x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.