Shake Shack Inc. (SHAK) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2015 to 2025
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SHAK Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Shake Shack Inc. (SHAK) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 88.6x, with a stock price of $96.52 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.09.
The current P/E is 87% below its 5-year average of 675.8x. Over the past five years, SHAK's P/E has ranged from a low of 52.5x to a high of 6120.0x, placing the current valuation at the 25th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.6x, SHAK trades at a 352% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 301 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.0x.
Relative to the broader market, SHAK 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.
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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.
SHAK P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10B | 165.7 | - | -51% | |
| $11B | 24.7 | 1.16 | +43% | |
| $4B | 23.4 | 0.46Best | +68% | |
| $8B | 93.7 | - | +103%Best | |
| $324M | 16.6 | - | -41% | |
| $202B | 24.9 | 3.26 | -1% | |
| $1B | 7.0Lowest | 0.67 | -2% | |
| $27B | 32.8 | 4.11 | -26% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
SHAK Historical P/E Data (2015–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $81.17 | $1.09 | 74.5x | -86% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Wed Sep 24 2025 00:00:00 GM | $95.28 | $1.02 | 93.4x | -83% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Wed Jun 25 2025 00:00:00 GM | $133.90 | $0.46 | 291.1x | -46% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Wed Mar 26 2025 00:00:00 GM | $93.33 | $0.28 | 333.3x | -38% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Wed Dec 25 2024 00:00:00 GM | $132.03 | $0.23 | 575.5x | +7% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Wed Sep 25 2024 00:00:00 GM | $105.75 | $0.17 | 624.3x | +16% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Wed Jun 26 2024 00:00:00 GM | $89.22 | $0.62 | 144.0x | -73% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Wed Mar 27 2024 00:00:00 GM | $104.28 | $0.55 | 189.8x | -65% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Wed Dec 27 2023 00:00:00 GM | $75.94 | $0.46 | 164.7x | -69% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Wed Sep 27 2023 00:00:00 GM | $57.04 | $0.03 | 1840.0x | +242% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Wed Mar 25 2020 00:00:00 GM | $43.46 | $0.51 | 85.2x | -84% |
| FY2019 Q4 | $59.57 | $0.62 | 96.4x | -82% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 538.5x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SHAK stock.
Is SHAK stock overvalued or undervalued?
SHAK trades at 88.6x P/E, below its 5-year average of 675.8x. At the 25th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does SHAK's valuation compare to peers?
Shake Shack Inc. P/E of 88.6x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is SHAK's PEG ratio?
SHAK PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2015-2025.