TransAct Technologies Incorporated (TACT) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1997 to 2024
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TACT Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, TransAct Technologies Incorporated (TACT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -29.1x, with a stock price of $3.49 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.12.
The current P/E is 187% below its 5-year average of 33.3x. Over the past five years, TACT's P/E has ranged from a low of 12.8x to a high of 182.8x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 27.7x, TACT trades at a 205% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 359 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 184.2x.
Relative to the broader market, TACT trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. 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.
TACT P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15B | 35.3 | 14.39 | -71% | |
| $2.0T | 86.5 | 1.73 | +288%Best | |
| $365B | 36.1 | - | +0% | |
| $19B | 7.9Lowest | 1.37 | -6% | |
| $2B | 22.3 | 7.92 | +15% | |
| $3B | 92.4 | - | +104% | |
| $2B | 16.4 | 0.51Best | +229% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
TACT Historical P/E Data (1997–2024)
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 | $5.24 | $0.06 | 86.9x | +84% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $6.98 | $0.47 | 14.8x | -69% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $6.42 | $0.50 | 12.8x | -73% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $8.96 | $0.47 | 19.2x | -59% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $6.19 | $0.15 | 41.4x | -12% |
| FY2019 Q4 | $10.97 | $0.06 | 182.8x | +287% | |
| FY2019 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $12.15 | $0.29 | 41.9x | -11% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $11.26 | $0.57 | 19.8x | -58% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2019 00:00:00 GM | $9.14 | $0.71 | 12.9x | -73% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Mon Dec 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $8.98 | $0.70 | 12.8x | -73% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sun Sep 30 2018 00:00:00 GM | $14.40 | $0.52 | 27.4x | -42% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Sat Jun 30 2018 00:00:00 GM | $12.50 | $0.43 | 28.7x | -39% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 47.2x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying TACT stock.
Is TACT stock overvalued or undervalued?
TACT trades at -29.1x P/E, below its 5-year average of 33.3x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does TACT's valuation compare to peers?
TransAct Technologies Incorporated P/E of -29.1x compares to sector median of 27.7x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is TACT's PEG ratio?
TACT PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1997-2024.