Source Capital, Inc. (SOR) P/E Ratio History
Premium ValuationTrading at 9.4x vs 5Y avg 6.9x · 80th percentile · Premium to historical baseline · Data 1997–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 24, 2026, Source Capital, Inc. (SOR) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.4x, with a stock price of $44.95 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $9.45.
The current P/E is 37% above its 5-year average of 6.9x. Over the past five years, SOR's P/E has ranged from a low of 1.7x to a high of 21.7x, placing the current valuation at the 80th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.9x, SOR trades at a 32% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 801 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 181.8x.
Relative to the broader market, SOR trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.6x. 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 SOR 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.
SOR Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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SOR P/E vs Peers
Closed-end funds and investment trusts peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1B | 5.8 | - | -36% | |
| $1B | 1.6Lowest | 0.05Best | +483%Best | |
| $18B | 37.1 | - | +7% | |
| $23B | 11.5 | - | +1% | |
| $9B | 15.4 | 0.39 | +50% | |
| $1B | 12.3 | - | +29% | |
| $593M | 3.1 | 0.10 | +168% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
SOR Historical P/E Data (1997–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $43.36 | $9.47 | 4.6x | +12% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $43.49 | $11.28 | 3.9x | -6% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $44.26 | $10.93 | 4.0x | -1% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $40.38 | $8.70 | 4.6x | +14% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $38.32 | $6.84 | 5.6x | +37% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $38.66 | $4.20 | 9.2x | +125% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $37.33 | $4.01 | 9.3x | +128% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $43.21 | $4.01 | 10.8x | +164% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $45.52 | $4.01 | 11.4x | +178% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $39.91 | $8.18 | 4.9x | +19% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $39.75 | $8.44 | 4.7x | +15% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $40.76 | $8.88 | 4.6x | +12% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $38.65 | $1.78 | 21.7x | +432% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $36.88 | $2.33 | 15.8x | +288% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $66.26 | $7.33 | 9.0x | +121% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $72.74 | $21.33 | 3.4x | -16% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $71.41 | $28.58 | 2.5x | -39% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $69.98 | $38.03 | 1.8x | -55% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $67.10 | $38.43 | 1.7x | -57% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $61.71 | $18.05 | 3.4x | -16% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $52.22 | $18.00 | 2.9x | -29% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 30 2012 | $49.25 | $34.55 | 1.4x | -65% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $46.99 | $25.83 | 1.8x | -55% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $57.42 | $59.09 | 1.0x | -76% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $53.13 | $66.52 | 0.8x | -80% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Jun 30 2008 | $52.81 | $5.86 | 9.0x | +121% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Dec 31 2007 | $60.08 | $20.73 | 2.9x | -29% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $68.75 | $45.47 | 1.5x | -63% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $67.59 | $35.11 | 1.9x | -53% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $72.31 | $42.36 | 1.7x | -58% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Dec 31 2005 | $73.75 | $51.47 | 1.4x | -65% |
| FY2005 Q2 | - | $70.00 | $56.79 | 1.2x | -70% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Dec 31 2004 | $71.54 | $66.42 | 1.1x | -74% |
| FY2004 Q2 | Jun 30 2004 | $65.02 | $43.71 | 1.5x | -64% |
| FY2003 Q4 | Dec 31 2003 | $59.38 | $26.55 | 2.2x | -45% |
| FY2003 Q2 | Jun 30 2003 | $51.80 | $12.40 | 4.2x | +2% |
| FY2002 Q4 | - | $52.85 | $14.29 | 3.7x | -9% |
| FY2002 Q2 | Jun 30 2002 | $61.21 | $38.23 | 1.6x | -61% |
| FY2001 Q4 | Dec 31 2001 | $61.02 | $42.68 | 1.4x | -65% |
| FY2001 Q2 | Jun 30 2001 | $58.02 | $42.50 | 1.4x | -67% |
| FY2000 Q4 | Dec 31 2000 | $52.69 | $43.55 | 1.2x | -70% |
| FY2000 Q2 | Jun 30 2000 | $49.56 | $27.50 | 1.8x | -56% |
| FY1999 Q4 | Dec 31 1999 | $48.38 | $35.43 | 1.4x | -67% |
| FY1999 Q2 | Jun 30 1999 | $49.38 | $34.62 | 1.4x | -65% |
| FY1998 Q4 | - | $49.06 | $27.69 | 1.8x | -57% |
| FY1998 Q2 | - | $53.38 | $40.36 | 1.3x | -68% |
| FY1997 Q4 | Dec 31 1997 | $51.06 | $39.86 | 1.3x | -69% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 4.1x
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SOR — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SOR stock.
What is SOR's P/E ratio?
Source Capital, Inc. (SOR) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 9.4x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $9.45. The 5-year average P/E is 6.9x and the historical range spans 1.7x to 21.7x.
Is SOR stock overvalued or undervalued?
SOR trades at 9.4x P/E, above its 5-year average of 6.9x. The 80th percentile ranking within the 1.7x–21.7x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is SOR stock expensive?
Yes, SOR is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 9.4x is above the 5-year average of 6.9x. The stock sits at the 80th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is SOR's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, SOR's P/E ratio has ranged from 1.7x to 21.7x, with a median of 4.7x and an average of 6.9x. The current P/E of 9.4x places the stock at the 80th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1997–2025.
How does SOR's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
SOR trades at 9.4x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.6x. The 62% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does SOR's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Source Capital, Inc. P/E of 9.4x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 13.9x. 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 SOR's PEG ratio?
SOR PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 9.4x and EPS growth of -26.5%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is SOR's earnings yield?
SOR earnings yield is 10.63%, the inverse of its 9.4x 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.