People Incorporated (PPLI) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -9.7x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 1997–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of November 7, 2026, People Incorporated (PPLI) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -9.7x, with a stock price of $42.08 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-4.35.
The current P/E is 117% below its 5-year average of 56.3x. Over the past five years, PPLI's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.7x to a high of 548.1x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Relative to the broader market, PPLI 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 PPLI 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.
PPLI Cross-Benchmark Valuation
How does the current P/E compare to sector peers and the broader market?
PPLI P/E vs Peers
Closest public peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $9B | 13.1 | 0.45Best | +18% | |
| $1B | 13.0 | 0.49 | +1635%Best | |
| $746M | 17.2 | - | -56% | |
| $1B | 8.8Lowest | - | +19% | |
| $3B | 16.5 | 0.92 | +675% | |
| $43B | 14.6 | - | -13% | |
| $1B | 9.4 | - | +199% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
PPLI 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 Q2 | - | $46.16 | $4.48 | 10.3x | -44% |
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $40.03 | $0.37 | 108.2x | +493% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $42.94 | $2.48 | 17.3x | -5% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $51.49 | $2.74 | 18.8x | +3% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $82.22 | $0.15 | 548.1x | +2903% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $107.16 | $6.56 | 16.3x | -11% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $106.82 | $11.95 | 8.9x | -51% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $126.40 | $13.34 | 9.5x | -48% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $117.99 | $10.19 | 11.6x | -37% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $103.28 | $2.64 | 39.1x | +114% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $44.49 | $0.18 | 247.2x | +1254% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $38.93 | $1.23 | 31.7x | +73% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $38.85 | $2.62 | 14.8x | -19% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $37.53 | $4.86 | 7.7x | -58% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $32.69 | $5.83 | 5.6x | -69% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $38.71 | $5.15 | 7.5x | -59% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $27.24 | $5.63 | 4.8x | -73% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $27.93 | $4.02 | 6.9x | -62% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $21.84 | $3.54 | 6.2x | -66% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $21.00 | $4.46 | 4.7x | -74% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $18.44 | $2.93 | 6.3x | -66% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $8.41 | $1.14 | 7.4x | -60% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $10.73 | $1.34 | 8.0x | -56% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $11.66 | $2.50 | 4.7x | -74% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $14.23 | $5.44 | 2.6x | -86% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $12.05 | $4.54 | 2.7x | -85% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $10.86 | $4.68 | 2.3x | -87% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $11.77 | $4.78 | 2.5x | -87% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $12.37 | $2.23 | 5.5x | -70% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $12.75 | $3.12 | 4.1x | -78% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $12.26 | $3.30 | 3.7x | -80% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $9.76 | $2.85 | 3.4x | -81% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $8.50 | $2.15 | 4.0x | -78% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $7.98 | $1.95 | 4.1x | -78% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $8.44 | $1.71 | 4.9x | -73% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 30 2012 | $9.30 | $1.81 | 5.1x | -72% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 30 2012 | $8.14 | $2.07 | 3.9x | -78% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 31 2012 | $8.77 | $2.04 | 4.3x | -76% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $7.61 | $1.85 | 4.1x | -77% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 30 2011 | $7.06 | $2.22 | 3.2x | -83% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $6.82 | $1.69 | 4.0x | -78% |
| FY2011 Q1 | - | $5.52 | $1.37 | 4.0x | -78% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $5.13 | $1.02 | 5.0x | -72% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Sep 30 2009 | $3.61 | $1.79 | 2.0x | -89% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $2.87 | $1.52 | 1.9x | -90% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Sep 30 2007 | $4.62 | $1.68 | 2.8x | -85% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $5.39 | $1.71 | 3.2x | -83% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Mar 31 2007 | $5.88 | $1.35 | 4.4x | -76% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $5.79 | $1.23 | 4.7x | -74% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Sep 30 2006 | $4.48 | $1.79 | 2.5x | -86% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $4.13 | $1.62 | 2.5x | -86% |
| FY2006 Q1 | Mar 31 2006 | $4.59 | $4.84 | 0.9x | -95% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Dec 31 2005 | $4.41 | $4.96 | 0.9x | -95% |
| FY2005 Q3 | Sep 30 2005 | $3.95 | $4.07 | 1.0x | -95% |
| FY2005 Q2 | - | $4.16 | $4.23 | 1.0x | -95% |
| FY2005 Q1 | - | $3.86 | $1.06 | 3.6x | -80% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Dec 31 2004 | $4.78 | $0.88 | 5.4x | -70% |
| FY2004 Q3 | - | $3.81 | $2.10 | 1.8x | -90% |
| FY2004 Q2 | Jun 30 2004 | $5.22 | $1.71 | 3.1x | -83% |
| FY2004 Q1 | Mar 31 2004 | $5.48 | $2.01 | 2.7x | -85% |
| FY2003 Q4 | Dec 31 2003 | $5.88 | $0.91 | 6.5x | -65% |
| FY2003 Q3 | - | $5.75 | $1.14 | 5.0x | -72% |
| FY2003 Q2 | Jun 30 2003 | $6.81 | $0.72 | 9.5x | -48% |
| FY2003 Q1 | Mar 31 2003 | $4.64 | $22.09 | 0.2x | -99% |
| FY2002 Q4 | - | $3.97 | $18.36 | 0.2x | -99% |
| FY2002 Q3 | Sep 30 2002 | $3.36 | $16.53 | 0.2x | -99% |
| FY2002 Q2 | Jun 30 2002 | $4.06 | $21.38 | 0.2x | -99% |
| FY2001 Q4 | Dec 31 2001 | $4.73 | $4.08 | 1.2x | -94% |
| FY2001 Q3 | Sep 30 2001 | $3.11 | $3.84 | 0.8x | -96% |
| FY1999 Q3 | - | $3.36 | $0.10 | 33.8x | +85% |
| FY1999 Q2 | Jun 30 1999 | $3.47 | $0.12 | 29.5x | +62% |
| FY1999 Q1 | Mar 31 1999 | $3.10 | $0.19 | 16.0x | -12% |
| FY1998 Q4 | - | $2.87 | $0.43 | 6.6x | -64% |
| FY1998 Q3 | Sep 30 1998 | $1.68 | $0.27 | 6.3x | -66% |
| FY1998 Q2 | - | $2.18 | $0.39 | 5.6x | -69% |
| FY1998 Q1 | - | $2.36 | $0.48 | 4.9x | -73% |
| FY1997 Q4 | Dec 31 1997 | $2.23 | $0.23 | 9.5x | -48% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 18.3x
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PPLI — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PPLI stock.
What is PPLI's P/E ratio?
People Incorporated (PPLI) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -9.7x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-4.35. The 5-year average P/E is 56.3x and the historical range spans 4.7x to 548.1x.
Is PPLI stock overvalued or undervalued?
PPLI trades at -9.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 56.3x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (4.7x–548.1x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is PPLI stock expensive?
No, PPLI is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -9.7x is below the 5-year average of 56.3x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is PPLI's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, PPLI's P/E ratio has ranged from 4.7x to 548.1x, with a median of 11.6x and an average of 56.3x. The current P/E of -9.7x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1997–2026.
How does PPLI's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
PPLI trades at -9.7x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 21.8x. The 144% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does PPLI's valuation compare to sector peers?
People Incorporated P/E of -9.7x can be benchmarked against sector peers in the comparison table on this page.
What is PPLI's PEG ratio?
PPLI PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -9.7x and EPS growth of 80.0%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is PPLI's earnings yield?
PPLI earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -9.7x 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.