Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (SPCE) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2018 to 2018
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SPCE Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (SPCE) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -0.2x, with a stock price of $2.66 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-4.94.
The current P/E is 101% below its 5-year average of 29.3x. Over the past five years, SPCE's P/E has ranged from a low of 29.1x to a high of 29.5x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.9x, SPCE trades at a 101% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 414 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 185.4x.
Relative to the broader market, SPCE 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.
SPCE 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 | 69.8 | - | - | |
| $181B | 92.7 | - | +114%Best | |
| $119B | 23.9 | - | -4% | |
| $79B | 19.2Lowest | 2.17Best | +3% | |
| $238B | 35.6 | - | +40% | |
| $12B | 473.2 | - | +18% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
SPCE Historical P/E Data (2018–2018)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2018 Q3 | Sun Sep 30 2018 00:00:00 GM | $198.20 | $6.81 | 29.1x | -1% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Sat Jun 30 2018 00:00:00 GM | $201.00 | $6.81 | 29.5x | +1% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 29.3x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SPCE stock.
Is SPCE stock overvalued or undervalued?
SPCE trades at -0.2x P/E, below its 5-year average of 29.3x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does SPCE's valuation compare to peers?
Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. P/E of -0.2x compares to sector median of 25.9x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is SPCE's PEG ratio?
SPCE PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2018-2018.