S&W Seed Company (SANW) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2012 to 2024
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SANW Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, S&W Seed Company (SANW) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -0.0x, with a stock price of $0.02 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-15.03.
The current P/E is 100% below its 5-year average of 196.8x. Over the past five years, SANW's P/E has ranged from a low of 2.4x to a high of 1408.8x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.4x, SANW trades at a 100% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 149 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.7x.
Relative to the broader market, SANW trades at a notable discount to 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 SANW 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.
SANW P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $295M | 15.5 | - | +86% | |
| $53B | 49.4 | 4.14 | +23% | |
| $24B | 25.2 | - | -38% | |
| $426M | 6.6 | 0.17Best | +22% | |
| $157B | 31.4 | 1.92 | +0% | |
| $18B | 13.2 | 0.30 | +33% | |
| $7B | 5.9Lowest | 0.34 | +605%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
SANW Historical P/E Data (2012–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $13.30 | $5.63 | 2.4x | -99% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $21.28 | $5.83 | 3.7x | -98% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $23.18 | $6.40 | 3.6x | -98% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $27.46 | $3.60 | 7.6x | -96% |
| FY2016 Q4 | $82.84 | $0.40 | 207.1x | +5% | |
| FY2014 Q4 | Mon Jun 30 2014 00:00:00 GM | $123.31 | $0.65 | 190.3x | -3% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Sun Sep 30 2012 00:00:00 GM | $115.52 | $0.08 | 1408.8x | +616% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Sat Jun 30 2012 00:00:00 GM | $100.51 | $1.68 | 59.8x | -70% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sat Mar 31 2012 00:00:00 GM | $107.35 | $2.84 | 37.7x | -81% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Sat Dec 31 2011 00:00:00 GM | $83.79 | $1.76 | 47.6x | -76% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 196.8x
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Is SANW stock overvalued or undervalued?
SANW current P/E: -0.0x. 5-year average P/E: 196.8x. Percentile: N/A.
How does SANW's valuation compare to peers?
S&W Seed Company P/E of -0.0x compares to sector median of 19.4x. Sector comparison provides relative valuation context.
What is SANW's PEG ratio?
SANW PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2012-2024.