Telefónica, S.A. (TEF) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2004 to 2023
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Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of March 1, 2026, Telefónica, S.A. (TEF) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -65.1x, with a stock price of $4.33 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.38.
The current P/E is 191% below its 5-year average of 71.7x. Over the past five years, TEF's P/E has ranged from a low of 2.8x to a high of 790.2x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.1x, TEF trades at a 530% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 108 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.5x to 181.8x.
Relative to the broader market, TEF trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 26.2x. 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.
Peer Comparison
P/E metrics vs. Integrated Telecom and Media Groups peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
VZVerizon Communications Inc. | $211B | 12.3 | - | -2% |
TAT&T Inc. | $196B | 9.2 | - | +104% |
TBBAT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66 | $139B | 7.5 | - | +104% |
AMXAmérica Móvil, S.A.B. de C.V. | $78B | 17.4 | 0.89 | +249% |
CHTChunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. | $34B | 27.2 | 9.01 | +4% |
VIVTelefônica Brasil S.A. | $27B | 25.8 | 9.60 | +12% |
BCEBCE Inc. | $25B | 200.0 | - | -92% |
TUTELUS Corporation | $21B | 26.1 | - | +7% |
TLKPerusahaan Perseroan (Persero) PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia Tbk | $21B | 15.0 | - | -4% |
RCIRogers Communications Inc. | $17B | 4.3Lowest | 0.13Best | +298%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
Historical P/E Data
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $4.07 | $0.28 | 14.5x | -62% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $4.03 | $0.27 | 14.8x | -60% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $4.28 | $0.25 | 17.4x | -54% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $3.57 | $0.32 | 11.3x | -70% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $5.13 | $0.02 | 328.8x | +775% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $4.80 | $1.23 | 3.9x | -90% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $4.24 | $1.26 | 3.4x | -91% |
| FY2021 Q3 | $4.71 | $1.68 | 2.8x | -93% | |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $4.70 | $1.54 | 3.0x | -92% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $4.53 | $0.34 | 13.3x | -65% |
| FY2020 Q4 | $4.04 | $0.26 | 15.4x | -59% | |
| FY2020 Q3 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $3.44 | $0.06 | 55.2x | +47% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 37.6x
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Is TEF stock overvalued or undervalued?
TEF trades at -65.1x P/E, below its 5-year average of 71.7x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does TEF's valuation compare to peers?
Telefónica, S.A. P/E of -65.1x compares to sector median of 15.1x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is TEF's PEG ratio?
TEF PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2004-2023.