Papa John's International, Inc. (PZZA) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1993 to 2025
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PZZA Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Papa John's International, Inc. (PZZA) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 37.5x, with a stock price of $33.78 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.96.
The current P/E is 38% below its 5-year average of 60.7x. Over the past five years, PZZA's P/E has ranged from a low of 16.3x to a high of 381.5x, placing the current valuation at the 55th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.6x, PZZA trades at a 92% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 301 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.0x.
Relative to the broader market, PZZA commands a significant premium over 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.
PZZA P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $11B | 18.5 | 2.55 | +5% | |
| $43B | 28.1 | 2.06 | +7% | |
| $27B | 32.8 | 4.11 | -26% | |
| $202B | 24.9 | 3.26 | -1% | |
| $322M | 15.2 | - | +17% | |
| $121B | 65.3 | 4.19 | -51% | |
| $43B | 28.7 | 0.81 | +3% | |
| $1B | 7.0Lowest | 0.67Best | -2% | |
| $4B | 88.6 | - | +354%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
PZZA Historical P/E Data (1993–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Sun Dec 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $39.30 | $0.90 | 43.7x | -10% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sun Sep 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $47.00 | $1.12 | 42.0x | -13% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sun Jun 29 2025 00:00:00 GM | $48.69 | $2.26 | 21.5x | -56% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sun Mar 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $39.84 | $2.35 | 17.0x | -65% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $41.07 | $2.52 | 16.3x | -66% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sun Sep 29 2024 00:00:00 GM | $52.94 | $2.87 | 18.4x | -62% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $46.98 | $2.08 | 22.6x | -53% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $66.60 | $2.25 | 29.6x | -39% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $76.23 | $2.46 | 31.0x | -36% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sun Sep 24 2023 00:00:00 GM | $71.68 | $2.33 | 30.8x | -37% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sun Jun 25 2023 00:00:00 GM | $70.87 | $2.08 | 34.1x | -30% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sun Mar 26 2023 00:00:00 GM | $76.25 | $2.24 | 34.0x | -30% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 48.5x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PZZA stock.
Is PZZA stock overvalued or undervalued?
PZZA trades at 37.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 60.7x. At the 55th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does PZZA's valuation compare to peers?
Papa John's International, Inc. P/E of 37.5x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is PZZA's PEG ratio?
PZZA PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1993-2025.