Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (SFM) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2013 to 2026
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SFM Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (SFM) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 14.7x, with a stock price of $78.26 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $5.31.
The current P/E is 23% below its 5-year average of 19.2x. Over the past five years, SFM's P/E has ranged from a low of 9.3x to a high of 33.8x, placing the current valuation at the 30th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.6x, SFM trades at a 25% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 149 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 193.7x.
The PEG ratio of 0.87 (P/E divided by 42% 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, SFM 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.
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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.
SFM P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $624M | 13.6 | 0.77 | +36%Best | |
| $173B | 31.9 | 0.24Best | +15% | |
| $42B | 42.9 | - | -58% | |
| $8B | 9.8Lowest | 0.63 | -26% | |
| $1.0T | 47.6 | 4.33 | +13% | |
| $441B | 54.7 | 3.62 | +10% | |
| $59B | 16.0 | - | -8% | |
| $640M | 11.4 | 0.66 | +12% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
SFM Historical P/E Data (2013–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | Sun Mar 29 2026 00:00:00 GM | $77.40 | $5.20 | 14.9x | -46% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Sun Dec 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $79.60 | $5.30 | 15.0x | -45% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sun Sep 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $109.88 | $5.17 | 21.3x | -23% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sun Jun 29 2025 00:00:00 GM | $162.13 | $4.86 | 33.4x | +21% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sun Mar 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $147.76 | $4.45 | 33.2x | +21% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $127.07 | $3.76 | 33.8x | +23% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sun Sep 29 2024 00:00:00 GM | $107.89 | $3.46 | 31.2x | +13% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $83.66 | $3.19 | 26.2x | -5% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $64.48 | $2.90 | 22.2x | -19% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $48.11 | $2.51 | 19.2x | -30% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sun Oct 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $42.80 | $2.44 | 17.5x | -36% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sun Jul 02 2023 00:00:00 GM | $36.73 | $2.41 | 15.2x | -45% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 27.5x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SFM stock.
Is SFM stock overvalued or undervalued?
SFM trades at 14.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 19.2x. At the 30th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does SFM's valuation compare to peers?
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. P/E of 14.7x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is SFM's PEG ratio?
SFM PEG ratio is 0.87. Below 1.0 indicates valuation is supported by earnings growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2013-2026.