Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (SHEN) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1995 to 2024
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SHEN Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (SHEN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -22.8x, with a stock price of $16.22 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.66.
The current P/E is 144% below its 5-year average of 51.9x. Over the past five years, SHEN's P/E has ranged from a low of 1.2x to a high of 289.5x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.5x, SHEN trades at a 247% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 109 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 187.4x.
Relative to the broader market, SHEN 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.
SHEN P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $20B | 4.3Lowest | 0.23Best | +4% | |
| $363B | 35.9 | - | +0% | |
| $82B | 678.6 | - | +47% | |
| $12B | 353.3 | 77.42 | +225%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
SHEN Historical P/E Data (1995–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $17.37 | $0.08 | 228.3x | +644% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $21.62 | $0.16 | 136.6x | +345% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $20.61 | $0.07 | 289.5x | +844% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $22.20 | $17.76 | 1.2x | -96% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $23.58 | $18.89 | 1.2x | -96% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $25.50 | $19.93 | 1.3x | -96% |
| FY2021 Q3 | $31.58 | $20.88 | 1.5x | -95% | |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $48.51 | $3.77 | 12.9x | -58% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $48.81 | $3.29 | 14.8x | -52% |
| FY2020 Q4 | $43.25 | $2.53 | 17.1x | -44% | |
| FY2020 Q3 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $44.44 | $1.82 | 24.4x | -20% |
| FY2020 Q2 | $49.29 | $1.41 | 35.0x | +14% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 30.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SHEN stock.
Is SHEN stock overvalued or undervalued?
SHEN trades at -22.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 51.9x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does SHEN's valuation compare to peers?
Shenandoah Telecommunications Company P/E of -22.8x compares to sector median of 15.5x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is SHEN's PEG ratio?
SHEN PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1995-2024.