Perrigo Company plc (PRGO) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1992 to 2023
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PRGO Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Perrigo Company plc (PRGO) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -1.2x, with a stock price of $12.26 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-10.29.
The current P/E is 101% below its 5-year average of 98.2x. Over the past five years, PRGO's P/E has ranged from a low of 30.4x to a high of 439.5x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Healthcare sector median P/E of 22.2x, PRGO trades at a 105% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 241 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 178.0x.
Relative to the broader market, PRGO trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. 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.
PRGO P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $41B | 18.9 | 2.23 | +13% | |
| $3B | 12.7Lowest | 1.40 | +3% | |
| $42B | 30.3 | - | +183%Best | |
| $4B | 61.9 | - | +158% | |
| $2B | 52.4 | - | +120% | |
| $91B | 28.9 | 0.74Best | +15% | |
| $45B | 29.7 | - | +87% | |
| $110B | 62.5 | - | -62% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
PRGO Historical P/E Data (1992–2023)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $31.95 | $0.07 | 439.5x | +869% |
| FY2020 Q2 | Sat Jun 27 2020 00:00:00 GM | $53.94 | $1.74 | 31.0x | -32% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Sat Mar 28 2020 00:00:00 GM | $46.10 | $1.37 | 33.6x | -26% |
| FY2019 Q4 | $51.66 | $1.07 | 48.3x | +6% | |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sat Sep 28 2019 00:00:00 GM | $54.98 | $1.81 | 30.4x | -33% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Sat Jun 29 2019 00:00:00 GM | $47.62 | $0.65 | 73.3x | +61% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Sat Mar 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $48.16 | $0.84 | 57.3x | +26% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Mon Dec 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $38.75 | $0.94 | 41.2x | -9% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sat Sep 29 2018 00:00:00 GM | $70.80 | $0.86 | 82.3x | +81% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Sat Jun 30 2018 00:00:00 GM | $72.91 | $1.66 | 43.9x | -3% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Sat Mar 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $83.34 | $0.91 | 91.6x | +102% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $87.16 | $0.84 | 103.8x | +129% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 45.4x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PRGO stock.
Is PRGO stock overvalued or undervalued?
PRGO trades at -1.2x P/E, below its 5-year average of 98.2x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does PRGO's valuation compare to peers?
Perrigo Company plc P/E of -1.2x compares to sector median of 22.2x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is PRGO's PEG ratio?
PRGO PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1992-2023.