QuinStreet, Inc. (QNST) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2010 to 2026
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QNST Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, QuinStreet, Inc. (QNST) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 161.3x, with a stock price of $13.02 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.08.
The current P/E is 159% above its 5-year average of 62.4x. Over the past five years, QNST's P/E has ranged from a low of 11.0x to a high of 205.6x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.5x, QNST trades at a 938% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 109 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 187.4x.
Relative to the broader market, QNST 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our QNST 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.
QNST P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $550M | 3.7Lowest | - | +443%Best | |
| $9B | 16.0 | 0.55 | +18% | |
| $728M | 7.8 | - | +199% | |
| $4.8T | 36.5 | 1.23 | +34% | |
| $1.6T | 26.1 | 1.42 | -2% | |
| $11B | 26.4 | 2.00 | +17% | |
| $115B | 13.7 | 0.83 | +119% | |
| $56B | 5.7 | 0.33Best | +125% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
QNST Historical P/E Data (2010–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $14.37 | $1.08 | 13.3x | -76% |
| FY2026 Q1 | $15.47 | $0.18 | 85.9x | +57% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $16.10 | $0.08 | 205.6x | +276% |
| FY2022 Q3 | $11.60 | $0.06 | 182.4x | +234% | |
| FY2022 Q2 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $18.19 | $0.11 | 159.6x | +192% |
| FY2022 Q1 | $17.56 | $0.22 | 79.0x | +45% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $18.58 | $0.44 | 42.5x | -22% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $20.30 | $0.40 | 51.1x | -6% |
| FY2021 Q2 | $21.44 | $0.57 | 37.8x | -31% | |
| FY2021 Q1 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $15.84 | $0.59 | 27.0x | -51% |
| FY2020 Q4 | $10.46 | $0.34 | 30.9x | -43% | |
| FY2020 Q3 | $8.05 | $0.37 | 21.5x | -61% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 54.6x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying QNST stock.
Is QNST stock overvalued or undervalued?
QNST trades at 161.3x P/E, above its 5-year average of 62.4x. The 90th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does QNST's valuation compare to peers?
QuinStreet, Inc. P/E of 161.3x compares to sector median of 15.5x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is QNST's PEG ratio?
QNST PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2010-2026.