LendingTree, Inc. (TREE) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at 3.6x · 5th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2012–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, LendingTree, Inc. (TREE) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 3.6x, with a stock price of $39.07 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $12.80.
The current P/E is 97% below its 5-year average of 103.6x. Over the past five years, TREE's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.3x to a high of 367.9x, placing the current valuation at the 5th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.6x, TREE trades at a 73% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 783 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 196.5x.
Relative to the broader market, TREE trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. 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 TREE 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.
TREE Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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TREE P/E vs Peers
Consumer finance and fintech marketplaces peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $150M | 36.4 | - | -55% | |
| $750M | 161.8 | - | +114% | |
| $1B | 11.3Lowest | 0.45Best | -13% | |
| $3B | 72.1 | 5.02 | +131% | |
| $23B | 45.9 | - | +0% | |
| $2B | 16.7 | - | +156%Best | |
| $25B | 492.8 | - | +109% | |
| $5B | 17.5 | - | +56% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
TREE Historical P/E Data (2012–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $42.88 | $12.88 | 3.3x | -97% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $53.09 | $10.74 | 4.9x | -95% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $64.73 | $1.02 | 63.5x | -37% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $43.82 | $1.72 | 25.5x | -75% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $119.67 | $2.83 | 42.3x | -58% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $122.60 | $5.02 | 24.4x | -76% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $139.83 | $0.86 | 162.6x | +61% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $183.39 | $2.26 | 81.1x | -19% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $303.44 | $1.20 | 252.0x | +150% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $310.43 | $0.84 | 367.9x | +265% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $420.03 | $2.41 | 174.0x | +73% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $351.56 | $4.60 | 76.4x | -24% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $219.57 | $6.76 | 32.5x | -68% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $230.10 | $6.35 | 36.2x | -64% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $213.80 | $5.15 | 41.5x | -59% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $328.15 | $2.68 | 122.4x | +22% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $340.45 | $1.07 | 318.2x | +216% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $244.45 | $2.28 | 107.2x | +6% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $172.20 | $2.14 | 80.5x | -20% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $125.35 | $2.22 | 56.5x | -44% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $101.35 | $2.15 | 47.1x | -53% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $96.91 | $4.05 | 23.9x | -76% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $88.33 | $4.02 | 22.0x | -78% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $97.78 | $3.78 | 25.9x | -74% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $89.28 | $3.77 | 23.7x | -76% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $93.03 | $2.60 | 35.8x | -64% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $78.61 | $2.14 | 36.7x | -64% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $56.01 | $1.74 | 32.2x | -68% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $48.34 | $0.73 | 66.2x | -34% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $31.04 | $0.02 | 1256.7x | +1147% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $32.84 | $0.35 | 92.6x | -8% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $26.26 | $0.54 | 48.5x | -52% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $17.14 | $0.93 | 18.4x | -82% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $18.49 | $2.71 | 6.8x | -93% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $18.03 | $4.30 | 4.2x | -96% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 30 2012 | $15.67 | $4.03 | 3.9x | -96% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 30 2012 | $11.44 | $4.87 | 2.3x | -98% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 31 2012 | $7.63 | $0.83 | 9.2x | -91% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 100.8x
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TREE — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying TREE stock.
What is TREE's P/E ratio?
LendingTree, Inc. (TREE) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 3.6x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $12.80. The 5-year average P/E is 103.6x and the historical range spans 3.3x to 367.9x.
Is TREE stock overvalued or undervalued?
TREE trades at 3.6x P/E, below its 5-year average of 103.6x. At the 5th percentile of its historical range (3.3x–367.9x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is TREE stock expensive?
No, TREE is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 3.6x is below the 5-year average of 103.6x and sits at the 5th percentile of its valuation range.
What is TREE's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, TREE's P/E ratio has ranged from 3.3x to 367.9x, with a median of 76.4x and an average of 103.6x. The current P/E of 3.6x places the stock at the 5th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2012–2026.
How does TREE's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
TREE trades at 3.6x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 85% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does TREE's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
LendingTree, Inc. P/E of 3.6x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 13.6x. 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 TREE's PEG ratio?
TREE PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 3.6x and EPS growth of 443.3%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is TREE's earnings yield?
TREE earnings yield is 27.59%, the inverse of its 3.6x 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.