Redwood Trust, Inc. (RWT) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1995 to 2025
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RWT Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Redwood Trust, Inc. (RWT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -8.8x, with a stock price of $5.57 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.55.
The current P/E is 153% below its 5-year average of 16.8x. Over the past five years, RWT's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.2x to a high of 88.3x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.3x, RWT trades at a 136% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 170 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.1x to 195.0x.
Relative to the broader market, RWT 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our RWT 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.
RWT P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $997M | 5.8 | - | +105% | |
| $250M | 8.8 | - | -27% | |
| $51M | 27.3 | - | +104% | |
| $3B | 30.1 | - | +155% | |
| $16B | 7.7 | - | +80% | |
| $10B | 11.6 | - | +1760%Best | |
| $576M | 5.2 | - | +135% | |
| $1B | 5.0Lowest | 0.10Best | +150% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
RWT Historical P/E Data (1995–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $6.07 | $0.22 | 27.9x | +57% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $6.53 | $0.33 | 19.9x | +13% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $7.73 | $0.55 | 14.0x | -21% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $6.49 | $0.17 | 38.2x | +115% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $6.37 | $0.07 | 88.3x | +399% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $7.71 | $0.37 | 20.8x | +18% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $10.53 | $1.87 | 5.6x | -68% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $13.19 | $2.37 | 5.6x | -69% |
| FY2021 Q3 | $12.89 | $2.51 | 5.1x | -71% | |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $12.07 | $2.88 | 4.2x | -76% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $10.41 | $3.22 | 3.2x | -82% |
| FY2019 Q4 | $16.54 | $1.48 | 11.2x | -37% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 17.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying RWT stock.
Is RWT stock overvalued or undervalued?
RWT trades at -8.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 16.8x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does RWT's valuation compare to peers?
Redwood Trust, Inc. P/E of -8.8x compares to sector median of 24.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is RWT's PEG ratio?
RWT PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1995-2025.