TrueCar, Inc. (TRUE) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2020 to 2021
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TRUE Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 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 15.4x, TRUE trades at a 149% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 108 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 179.7x.
Relative to the broader market, TRUE 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our TRUE 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.
TRUE P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $704M | 38.6 | - | -56% | |
| $4B | 24.6 | 1.37 | +675%Best | |
| $11B | 20.7 | 3.62 | +8% | |
| $6B | 12.4 | - | +6% | |
| $87B | 47.4 | - | +431% | |
| $7B | 12.0 | 0.38Best | +1% | |
| $11B | 12.2 | 0.76 | -2% | |
| $7B | 9.0Lowest | 0.85 | +9% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
TRUE Historical P/E Data (2020–2021)
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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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying TRUE stock.
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 15.4x. 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.