The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (SMG) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1992 to 2026
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SMG Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (SMG) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 25.4x, with a stock price of $62.85 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.55.
The current P/E is 19% below its 5-year average of 31.3x. Over the past five years, SMG's P/E has ranged from a low of 12.5x to a high of 109.5x, placing the current valuation at the 70th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Basic Materials sector median P/E of 22.9x, SMG is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 125 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 2.1x to 135.9x.
Relative to the broader market, SMG trades roughly in line with 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.
SMG P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 22.0 | 1.70 | -6% | |
| $2B | 14.4 | 4.82 | +57% | |
| $2B | 24.4 | 0.38 | -16% | |
| $179B | 23.3 | 7.91 | +88% | |
| $7B | 31.2 | 0.55 | -44% | |
| $36B | 15.6 | 0.38 | +249% | |
| $7B | 6.1Lowest | 0.35 | +605%Best | |
| $18B | 13.3 | 0.31Best | +33% | |
| $55B | 51.1 | 4.28 | +23% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
SMG Historical P/E Data (1992–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | Sat Dec 27 2025 00:00:00 GM | $57.93 | $1.47 | 39.4x | +38% |
| FY2025 Q4 | $56.95 | $2.42 | 23.5x | -18% | |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sat Jun 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $65.74 | $0.76 | 86.5x | +202% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sat Mar 29 2025 00:00:00 GM | $54.76 | $0.50 | 109.5x | +282% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sat Apr 02 2022 00:00:00 GM | $127.36 | $7.14 | 17.8x | -38% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sat Jan 01 2022 00:00:00 GM | $161.00 | $7.63 | 21.1x | -26% |
| FY2021 Q4 | $146.36 | $8.96 | 16.3x | -43% | |
| FY2021 Q3 | Sat Jul 03 2021 00:00:00 GM | $188.59 | $9.87 | 19.1x | -33% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Sat Apr 03 2021 00:00:00 GM | $250.00 | $9.48 | 26.4x | -8% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Sat Jan 02 2021 00:00:00 GM | $199.14 | $8.52 | 23.4x | -18% |
| FY2020 Q4 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $152.91 | $6.81 | 22.5x | -22% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sat Jun 27 2020 00:00:00 GM | $127.56 | $5.70 | 22.4x | -22% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 28.6x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SMG stock.
Is SMG stock overvalued or undervalued?
SMG trades at 25.4x P/E, near its 5-year average of 31.3x. The 70th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does SMG's valuation compare to peers?
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company P/E of 25.4x compares to sector median of 22.9x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is SMG's PEG ratio?
SMG PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1992-2026.