ePlus inc. (PLUS) P/E Ratio History
Fairly ValuedTrading at 16.3x, near 5Y avg of 15.3x · 65th percentile · In line with own history · Data 1997–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, ePlus inc. (PLUS) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 16.3x, with a stock price of $81.85 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $5.07.
The current P/E is roughly in line with its 5-year average of 15.3x. Over the past five years, PLUS's P/E has ranged from a low of 10.6x to a high of 24.4x, placing the current valuation at the 65th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 29.0x, PLUS trades at a 44% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 352 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 187.7x.
The PEG ratio of 1.28 (P/E divided by 24% 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, PLUS trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. 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 PLUS 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.
PLUS Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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PLUS P/E vs Peers
IT operations, security and observability peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $16B | 15.9Lowest | 1.94 | +1% | |
| $3B | 22.3 | - | -26% | |
| $23B | 28.6 | - | +25% | |
| $7B | 33.3 | - | -49% | |
| $12B | 21.3 | 2.65 | +50%Best | |
| $419M | 19.6 | 0.55Best | +14% | |
| $1B | 16.5 | - | -2% | |
| $471B | 46.9 | - | +0% | |
| $272B | 47.2 | 3.04 | +36% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
PLUS Historical P/E Data (1997–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q4 | - | $75.25 | $4.88 | 15.4x | +17% |
| FY2026 Q3 | Dec 31 2025 | $87.70 | $4.86 | 18.0x | +37% |
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $71.01 | $4.44 | 16.0x | +22% |
| FY2026 Q1 | Jun 30 2025 | $72.10 | $4.29 | 16.8x | +28% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Mar 31 2025 | $61.03 | $4.05 | 15.1x | +15% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $73.88 | $3.92 | 18.8x | +44% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sep 30 2024 | $98.34 | $4.03 | 24.4x | +86% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Jun 30 2024 | $73.68 | $4.08 | 18.1x | +38% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Mar 31 2024 | $78.54 | $4.33 | 18.1x | +38% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Dec 31 2023 | $79.84 | $4.74 | 16.8x | +28% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sep 30 2023 | $63.52 | $5.06 | 12.6x | -4% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Jun 30 2023 | $56.30 | $4.91 | 11.5x | -13% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Mar 31 2023 | $49.04 | $4.48 | 10.9x | -17% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Dec 31 2022 | $44.28 | $4.16 | 10.6x | -19% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sep 30 2022 | $41.54 | $3.80 | 10.9x | -17% |
| FY2023 Q1 | - | $53.12 | $3.90 | 13.6x | +4% |
| FY2022 Q4 | - | $56.06 | $3.93 | 14.3x | +9% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Dec 31 2021 | $53.88 | $3.60 | 15.0x | +14% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $51.31 | $3.43 | 15.0x | +14% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Jun 30 2021 | $43.35 | $3.00 | 14.4x | +10% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Mar 31 2021 | $49.82 | $2.78 | 17.9x | +37% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $43.98 | $2.70 | 16.3x | +24% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Sep 30 2020 | $36.60 | $2.62 | 14.0x | +6% |
| FY2021 Q1 | - | $35.34 | $2.64 | 13.4x | +2% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $31.31 | $2.59 | 12.1x | -8% |
| FY2020 Q3 | - | $42.15 | $2.65 | 15.9x | +21% |
| FY2020 Q2 | Sep 30 2019 | $38.05 | $2.47 | 15.4x | +17% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Jun 30 2019 | $34.47 | $2.38 | 14.5x | +10% |
| FY2019 Q4 | Mar 31 2019 | $44.27 | $2.34 | 18.9x | +44% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Dec 31 2018 | $35.59 | $2.11 | 16.9x | +29% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Sep 30 2018 | $46.35 | $2.12 | 21.9x | +67% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Jun 30 2018 | $47.05 | $2.07 | 22.7x | +73% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Mar 31 2018 | $38.85 | $1.99 | 19.5x | +49% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Dec 31 2017 | $37.60 | $2.04 | 18.4x | +40% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Sep 30 2017 | $46.23 | $1.94 | 23.8x | +82% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Jun 30 2017 | $37.05 | $1.93 | 19.2x | +46% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Mar 31 2017 | $33.76 | $1.83 | 18.4x | +41% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Dec 31 2016 | $28.80 | $1.79 | 16.1x | +23% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Sep 30 2016 | $23.60 | $1.68 | 14.0x | +7% |
| FY2017 Q1 | - | $20.45 | $1.61 | 12.7x | -3% |
| FY2016 Q4 | - | $20.13 | $1.53 | 13.2x | +0% |
| FY2016 Q3 | - | $23.32 | $1.50 | 15.5x | +18% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Sep 30 2015 | $19.77 | $1.68 | 11.8x | -10% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $19.16 | $1.55 | 12.4x | -6% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $21.73 | $1.56 | 13.9x | +6% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Dec 31 2014 | $18.92 | $1.51 | 12.5x | -5% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $14.01 | $1.31 | 10.7x | -19% |
| FY2015 Q1 | Jun 02 2014 | $14.14 | $1.17 | 12.1x | -8% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Mar 31 2014 | $13.94 | $1.10 | 12.7x | -3% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $14.21 | $1.08 | 13.2x | +0% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Sep 30 2013 | $12.92 | $1.01 | 12.8x | -3% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Jun 30 2013 | $14.97 | $1.06 | 14.1x | +8% |
| FY2013 Q4 | Mar 31 2013 | $11.55 | $1.07 | 10.8x | -18% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Dec 31 2012 | $10.34 | $0.95 | 10.9x | -17% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Sep 30 2012 | $9.81 | $0.97 | 10.1x | -23% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Jun 30 2012 | $8.09 | $0.86 | 9.4x | -28% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Mar 31 2012 | $7.99 | $0.72 | 11.1x | -15% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Dec 31 2011 | $7.07 | $0.71 | 10.0x | -24% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Sep 30 2011 | $6.17 | $0.65 | 9.5x | -28% |
| FY2012 Q1 | - | $6.61 | $0.68 | 9.7x | -26% |
| FY2011 Q4 | - | $6.65 | $0.71 | 9.4x | -29% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Dec 31 2010 | $5.91 | $0.71 | 8.3x | -37% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $5.36 | $0.56 | 9.6x | -27% |
| FY2011 Q1 | Jun 30 2010 | $4.38 | $0.46 | 9.6x | -27% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Mar 31 2010 | $4.39 | $0.38 | 11.7x | -11% |
| FY2010 Q3 | - | $4.13 | $0.29 | 14.3x | +9% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Sep 30 2009 | $3.89 | $0.28 | 13.9x | +6% |
| FY2010 Q1 | - | $3.64 | $0.33 | 11.0x | -16% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $2.92 | $0.38 | 7.6x | -42% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Dec 31 2008 | $2.63 | $0.44 | 5.9x | -55% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $2.73 | $0.49 | 5.5x | -58% |
| FY2009 Q1 | Jun 30 2008 | $3.38 | $0.45 | 7.5x | -43% |
| FY2008 Q4 | Mar 31 2008 | $2.30 | $0.49 | 4.7x | -64% |
| FY2008 Q3 | Dec 31 2007 | $2.42 | $0.47 | 5.2x | -61% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Sep 30 2007 | $2.20 | $0.73 | 3.0x | -77% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Jun 30 2007 | $2.43 | $0.61 | 4.0x | -70% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Mar 31 2007 | $2.65 | $0.51 | 5.2x | -61% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Dec 31 2006 | $2.61 | $0.30 | 8.6x | -35% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Dec 31 2005 | $3.44 | $0.69 | 5.0x | -62% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Sep 30 2005 | $3.26 | $0.70 | 4.7x | -65% |
| FY2006 Q1 | - | $2.88 | $0.70 | 4.1x | -69% |
| FY2005 Q4 | - | $2.92 | $0.72 | 4.0x | -69% |
| FY2005 Q3 | Dec 31 2004 | $2.95 | $0.23 | 13.0x | -1% |
| FY2005 Q2 | - | $2.62 | $0.25 | 10.5x | -20% |
| FY2005 Q1 | Jun 30 2004 | $2.67 | $0.26 | 10.2x | -22% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Mar 31 2004 | $3.24 | $0.26 | 12.3x | -6% |
| FY2004 Q3 | Dec 31 2003 | $3.09 | $0.26 | 11.8x | -10% |
| FY2004 Q2 | - | $3.90 | $0.26 | 14.9x | +14% |
| FY2004 Q1 | Jun 30 2003 | $2.66 | $0.26 | 10.4x | -21% |
| FY2003 Q4 | Mar 31 2003 | $1.80 | $0.24 | 7.4x | -44% |
| FY2003 Q3 | - | $1.76 | $0.23 | 7.5x | -43% |
| FY2003 Q2 | Sep 30 2002 | $1.63 | $0.22 | 7.5x | -43% |
| FY2003 Q1 | Jun 30 2002 | $1.74 | $0.21 | 8.2x | -37% |
| FY2002 Q4 | Mar 31 2002 | $2.37 | $0.22 | 11.0x | -16% |
| FY2002 Q3 | Dec 31 2001 | $2.39 | $0.21 | 11.4x | -13% |
| FY2002 Q2 | Sep 30 2001 | $1.79 | $0.20 | 8.7x | -33% |
| FY2002 Q1 | Jun 30 2001 | $2.64 | $0.20 | 13.4x | +2% |
| FY2001 Q4 | Mar 31 2001 | $2.30 | $0.20 | 11.2x | -14% |
| FY2001 Q3 | Dec 31 2000 | $2.84 | $0.22 | 13.2x | +0% |
| FY2001 Q2 | Sep 30 2000 | $5.13 | $0.24 | 21.8x | +66% |
| FY2001 Q1 | Jun 30 2000 | $6.61 | $0.26 | 25.6x | +95% |
| FY2000 Q4 | Mar 31 2000 | $8.28 | $0.25 | 33.4x | +154% |
| FY2000 Q3 | Dec 31 1999 | $9.00 | $0.25 | 36.2x | +176% |
| FY2000 Q2 | - | $2.34 | $0.24 | 9.6x | -27% |
| FY2000 Q1 | Jun 30 1999 | $1.94 | $0.24 | 8.2x | -37% |
| FY1999 Q4 | Mar 31 1999 | $2.06 | $0.24 | 8.5x | -35% |
| FY1999 Q3 | - | $2.23 | $0.24 | 9.4x | -28% |
| FY1999 Q2 | Sep 30 1998 | $2.00 | $0.23 | 8.8x | -33% |
| FY1999 Q1 | - | $3.38 | $0.21 | 15.8x | +21% |
| FY1998 Q4 | - | $3.44 | $0.20 | 17.1x | +30% |
| FY1998 Q3 | Dec 31 1997 | $3.03 | $0.18 | 16.4x | +25% |
| FY1998 Q2 | - | $3.38 | $0.18 | 18.8x | +43% |
| FY1998 Q1 | Jun 30 1997 | $3.31 | $0.18 | 18.4x | +40% |
| FY1997 Q4 | Mar 31 1997 | $3.00 | $0.17 | 18.2x | +39% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 13.1x
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PLUS — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PLUS stock.
What is PLUS's P/E ratio?
ePlus inc. (PLUS) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 16.3x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $5.07. The 5-year average P/E is 15.3x and the historical range spans 10.6x to 24.4x.
Is PLUS stock overvalued or undervalued?
PLUS trades at 16.3x P/E, near its 5-year average of 15.3x. The 65th percentile ranking within the 10.6x–24.4x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is PLUS stock expensive?
PLUS is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 16.3x is near the 5-year average of 15.3x (65th percentile of historical range).
What is PLUS's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, PLUS's P/E ratio has ranged from 10.6x to 24.4x, with a median of 15.1x and an average of 15.3x. The current P/E of 16.3x places the stock at the 65th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1997–2026.
How does PLUS's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
PLUS trades at 16.3x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 33% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does PLUS's valuation compare to Technology peers?
ePlus inc. P/E of 16.3x compares to the Technology sector median of 29.0x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is PLUS's PEG ratio?
PLUS PEG ratio is 1.28, based on a P/E of 16.3x and EPS growth of 23.9%. A PEG between 1 and 2 suggests valuation aligns with growth expectations — typically considered fair.
What is PLUS's earnings yield?
PLUS earnings yield is 6.15%, the inverse of its 16.3x 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.