TrueCar, Inc. (TRUE) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2020 to 2021
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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 3, 2026, TrueCar, Inc. (TRUE) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -7.5x, with a stock price of $2.54 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.21.
The current P/E is 219% below its 5-year average of 6.3x. Over the past five years, TRUE's P/E has ranged from a low of 5.5x to a high of 7.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.1x, TRUE trades at a 149% 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, TRUE 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. Online Marketplaces and Classifieds peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ZGZillow Group, Inc. Class A | $11B | 497.8 | -Best | +119% |
ZZillow Group, Inc. Class C | $11B | 495.8 | -Best | +119% |
ATHMAutohome Inc. | $9B | 9.9 | -Best | -78% |
SSTKShutterstock, Inc. | $690M | 13.4 | -Best | +24% |
FVRRFiverr International Ltd. | $388M | 19.3 | -Best | +17% |
GETYGetty Images Holdings, Inc. | $321M | 8.2 | -Best | +103% |
EVEREverQuote, Inc. | $57M | 6.0 | -Best | +199%Best |
SEATVivid Seats Inc. | $23M | 5.3Lowest | -Best | -78% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2021 Q3 | $4.16 | $0.63 | 6.6x | +5% | |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $5.65 | $0.81 | 7.0x | +11% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $4.79 | $0.78 | 6.1x | -3% |
| FY2020 Q4 | $4.20 | $0.77 | 5.5x | -13% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 6.3x
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Is TRUE stock overvalued or undervalued?
TRUE trades at -7.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 6.3x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does TRUE's valuation compare to peers?
TrueCar, Inc. P/E of -7.5x compares to sector median of 15.1x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is TRUE's PEG ratio?
TRUE PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2020-2021.