Stifel Financial Corporation 5.20% Senior Notes due 2047 (SFB) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 3.4x vs 5Y avg 4.2x · 5th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 2012–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 28, 2026, Stifel Financial Corporation 5.20% Senior Notes due 2047 (SFB) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 3.4x, with a stock price of $19.85 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $6.20.
The current P/E is 20% below its 5-year average of 4.2x. Over the past five years, SFB's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.3x to a high of 5.4x, placing the current valuation at the 5th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 14.2x, SFB trades at a 76% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 801 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 157.7x.
The PEG ratio of 0.47 (P/E divided by -6% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, SFB trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.3x. 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 SFB 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.
SFB Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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SFB P/E vs Peers
Investment Banking and Advisory peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $11B | 11.8Lowest | 1.64 | -6% | |
| $30B | 14.6 | 0.68Best | +6% | |
| $21B | 24.6 | 1.86 | -22% | |
| $10B | 22.3 | 3.45 | +7% | |
| $334B | 20.8 | 2.17 | +28% | |
| $314B | 19.9 | 1.26 | +27% | |
| $10B | 17.3 | 13.11 | -5% | |
| $13B | 24.3 | 2.15 | +55% | |
| $5B | 21.9 | - | +65%Best | |
| $70B | 21.5 | 2.42 | +21% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
SFB Historical P/E Data (2012–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $20.78 | $5.88 | 3.5x | -56% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $21.27 | $5.66 | 3.8x | -54% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $22.00 | $5.17 | 4.3x | -48% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $20.48 | $5.25 | 3.9x | -52% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $20.45 | $6.25 | 3.3x | -60% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $23.51 | $5.54 | 4.2x | -48% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $21.99 | $4.71 | 4.7x | -43% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $23.74 | $4.40 | 5.4x | -34% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $20.55 | $4.28 | 4.8x | -41% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $21.50 | $4.33 | 5.0x | -39% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $22.75 | $5.02 | 4.5x | -44% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $20.63 | $5.21 | 4.0x | -51% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $20.17 | $5.32 | 3.8x | -53% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $22.95 | $6.01 | 3.8x | -53% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $22.20 | $6.34 | 3.5x | -57% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $24.87 | $6.65 | 3.7x | -54% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $26.08 | $6.66 | 3.9x | -52% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $27.20 | $6.09 | 4.5x | -45% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $26.47 | $5.52 | 4.8x | -41% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $26.03 | $4.84 | 5.4x | -34% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $26.25 | $4.15 | 6.3x | -22% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $27.18 | $3.69 | 7.4x | -9% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $25.64 | $3.61 | 7.1x | -12% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $22.17 | $3.56 | 6.2x | -23% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $25.62 | $3.66 | 7.0x | -14% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $26.23 | $3.51 | 7.5x | -8% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $24.69 | $3.44 | 7.2x | -12% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $24.12 | $3.26 | 7.4x | -9% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $20.52 | $3.15 | 6.5x | -20% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $23.80 | $2.19 | 10.9x | +34% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $24.32 | $1.89 | 12.9x | +58% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $24.65 | $1.62 | 15.2x | +88% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $24.93 | $1.43 | 17.4x | +115% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $24.98 | $1.54 | 16.2x | +100% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $25.27 | $1.61 | 15.7x | +93% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $25.59 | $1.92 | 13.3x | +64% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $26.01 | $1.82 | 14.3x | +76% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $25.64 | $1.54 | 16.6x | +105% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $25.80 | $1.71 | 15.1x | +86% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $26.00 | $1.60 | 16.3x | +100% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $26.72 | $1.75 | 15.3x | +88% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $26.40 | $2.11 | 12.5x | +54% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 31 2012 | $26.50 | $2.56 | 10.4x | +27% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 8.1x
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SFB — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SFB stock.
What is SFB's P/E ratio?
Stifel Financial Corporation 5.20% Senior Notes due 2047 (SFB) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 3.4x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $6.20. The 5-year average P/E is 4.2x and the historical range spans 3.3x to 5.4x.
Is SFB stock overvalued or undervalued?
SFB trades at 3.4x P/E, near its 5-year average of 4.2x. The 5th percentile ranking within the 3.3x–5.4x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is SFB stock expensive?
SFB is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 3.4x is near the 5-year average of 4.2x (5th percentile of historical range).
What is SFB's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, SFB's P/E ratio has ranged from 3.3x to 5.4x, with a median of 4.2x and an average of 4.2x. The current P/E of 3.4x places the stock at the 5th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2012–2025.
How does SFB's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
SFB trades at 3.4x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.3x. The 87% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does SFB's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Stifel Financial Corporation 5.20% Senior Notes due 2047 P/E of 3.4x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 14.2x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is SFB's PEG ratio?
SFB PEG ratio is 0.47, based on a P/E of 3.4x and EPS growth of -6.1%. A PEG below 1.0 indicates the valuation is supported by the earnings growth rate — typically considered attractive.
What is SFB's earnings yield?
SFB earnings yield is 29.57%, the inverse of its 3.4x 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.