Provident Bancorp, Inc. (PVBC) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 31.4x vs 5Y avg 18.6x · 90th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2015–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 30, 2026, Provident Bancorp, Inc. (PVBC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 31.4x, with a stock price of $13.50 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.74.
The current P/E is 69% above its 5-year average of 18.6x. Over the past five years, PVBC's P/E has ranged from a low of 10.1x to a high of 43.7x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 14.1x, PVBC trades at a 122% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 801 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 162.0x.
Relative to the broader market, PVBC commands a significant premium over 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our PVBC 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.
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PVBC P/E vs Peers
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| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 14.8 | 2.10 | +13% | |
| $4B | 18.7 | 4.57 | -2% | |
| $384M | 8.5 | 0.25Best | -8% | |
| $4B | 15.1 | 0.86 | +15% | |
| $2B | 17.1 | 2.68 | +331% | |
| $611M | 739.4 | - | -97% | |
| $947M | 16.7 | 4.60 | +26% | |
| $1B | 13.3 | 1.31 | +18% | |
| $12B | 13.6 | - | +38% | |
| $592M | 4.0Lowest | - | +443%Best |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
PVBC Historical P/E Data (2015–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $12.53 | $0.75 | 16.7x | +2% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $12.49 | $0.63 | 19.7x | +20% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $11.48 | $0.26 | 43.7x | +166% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $11.40 | $0.43 | 26.4x | +60% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $10.79 | $0.32 | 33.4x | +104% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $10.19 | $0.43 | 23.7x | +44% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $9.10 | $0.84 | 10.8x | -34% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $10.07 | $0.67 | 15.0x | -8% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $9.69 | $0.65 | 14.9x | -9% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $15.70 | $1.16 | 13.5x | -18% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $16.22 | $1.01 | 16.1x | -2% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $18.60 | $0.93 | 20.0x | +22% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $16.02 | $0.96 | 16.7x | +2% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $16.31 | $0.84 | 19.4x | +18% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $14.40 | $0.84 | 17.1x | +4% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $12.00 | $0.67 | 17.9x | +9% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $7.79 | $0.57 | 13.7x | -17% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $7.86 | $0.76 | 10.3x | -37% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $8.62 | $0.85 | 10.1x | -38% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $12.45 | $1.02 | 12.2x | -26% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $11.89 | $1.18 | 10.1x | -39% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $13.85 | $1.03 | 13.4x | -18% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $11.21 | $1.02 | 11.0x | -33% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $10.73 | $1.00 | 10.7x | -35% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $14.32 | $0.89 | 16.1x | -2% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $12.96 | $0.97 | 13.4x | -19% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $13.14 | $0.88 | 14.9x | -9% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $13.09 | $0.86 | 15.2x | -7% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $11.45 | $0.86 | 13.3x | -19% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $11.13 | $0.75 | 14.8x | -10% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $10.37 | $0.73 | 14.2x | -14% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $8.86 | $0.69 | 12.8x | -22% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $7.72 | $0.65 | 11.9x | -28% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $7.63 | $0.47 | 16.1x | -2% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $6.55 | $0.45 | 14.4x | -12% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $6.43 | $0.39 | 16.3x | -1% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $6.13 | $0.35 | 17.3x | +6% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 16.4x
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PVBC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PVBC stock.
What is PVBC's P/E ratio?
Provident Bancorp, Inc. (PVBC) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 31.4x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.74. The 5-year average P/E is 18.6x and the historical range spans 10.1x to 43.7x.
Is PVBC stock overvalued or undervalued?
PVBC trades at 31.4x P/E, above its 5-year average of 18.6x. The 90th percentile ranking within the 10.1x–43.7x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is PVBC stock expensive?
Yes, PVBC is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 31.4x is above the 5-year average of 18.6x and also above the Financial Services sector median of 14.1x. The stock sits at the 90th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is PVBC's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, PVBC's P/E ratio has ranged from 10.1x to 43.7x, with a median of 16.7x and an average of 18.6x. The current P/E of 31.4x places the stock at the 90th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2015–2025.
How does PVBC's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
PVBC trades at 31.4x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.1x. The 25% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does PVBC's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Provident Bancorp, Inc. P/E of 31.4x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 14.1x. 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 PVBC's PEG ratio?
PVBC PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 31.4x and EPS growth of -34.8%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is PVBC's earnings yield?
PVBC earnings yield is 3.19%, the inverse of its 31.4x 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.