Sixth Street Specialty Lending, Inc. (TSLX) P/E Ratio History
Fairly ValuedTrading at 9.3x, near 5Y avg of 10.4x · 40th percentile · In line with own history · Data 2014–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 28, 2026, Sixth Street Specialty Lending, Inc. (TSLX) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.3x, with a stock price of $16.89 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $434.80.
The current P/E is 10% below its 5-year average of 10.4x. Over the past five years, TSLX's P/E has ranged from a low of 6.5x to a high of 16.0x, placing the current valuation at the 40th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 14.2x, TSLX trades at a 34% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 801 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 157.7x.
Relative to the broader market, TSLX trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.3x. 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 TSLX 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.
TSLX Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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TSLX P/E vs Peers
Private credit and BDC lenders peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $13B | 9.8 | 0.95 | -24% | |
| $3B | 8.9 | 0.29 | +4%Best | |
| $3B | 264.6 | - | -98% | |
| $5B | 8.7 | 1.98 | -19% | |
| $751M | 10.7 | 0.16Best | -36% | |
| $914M | 14.6 | - | -46% | |
| $678M | 7.3 | 0.20 | -3% | |
| $734M | 10.3 | 1.15 | -49% | |
| $219M | 6.7Lowest | - | -33% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
TSLX Historical P/E Data (2014–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $18.38 | $1.15 | 16.0x | +56% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $21.72 | $1.81 | 12.0x | +17% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $22.86 | $2.03 | 11.3x | +10% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $23.81 | $2.00 | 11.9x | +16% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $22.38 | $1.88 | 11.9x | +16% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $21.30 | $2.02 | 10.5x | +3% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $20.53 | $2.06 | 10.0x | -3% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $21.35 | $2.36 | 9.0x | -12% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $21.43 | $2.48 | 8.6x | -16% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $21.60 | $2.60 | 8.3x | -19% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $20.44 | $2.59 | 7.9x | -23% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $18.69 | $2.28 | 8.2x | -20% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $18.30 | $1.48 | 12.4x | +21% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $17.80 | $1.33 | 13.4x | +31% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $16.34 | $1.28 | 12.8x | +25% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $18.50 | $1.55 | 11.9x | +17% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $23.29 | $2.46 | 9.5x | -7% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $23.39 | $2.71 | 8.6x | -16% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $22.21 | $2.88 | 7.7x | -25% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $22.19 | $3.39 | 6.5x | -36% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $21.03 | $4.08 | 5.2x | -50% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $20.75 | $2.53 | 8.2x | -20% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $17.21 | $2.41 | 7.1x | -30% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $16.49 | $1.66 | 9.9x | -3% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $13.92 | $0.95 | 14.7x | +43% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $21.47 | $2.34 | 9.2x | -10% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $20.98 | $1.99 | 10.5x | +3% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $19.60 | $2.10 | 9.3x | -9% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $20.00 | $1.90 | 10.5x | +3% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $18.09 | $1.87 | 9.7x | -5% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $20.39 | $2.07 | 9.9x | -4% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $17.94 | $1.91 | 9.4x | -8% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $17.86 | $1.92 | 9.3x | -9% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $19.80 | $1.83 | 10.8x | +6% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $20.96 | $1.96 | 10.7x | +5% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $20.45 | $2.17 | 9.4x | -8% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $20.39 | $2.48 | 8.2x | -20% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $18.68 | $2.33 | 8.0x | -22% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $18.11 | $1.71 | 10.6x | +4% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $16.61 | $1.26 | 13.2x | +29% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $16.13 | $1.05 | 15.4x | +51% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $16.22 | $1.18 | 13.8x | +35% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $16.43 | $1.51 | 10.9x | +6% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $17.00 | $1.69 | 10.1x | -2% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $17.21 | $1.57 | 11.0x | +7% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $16.82 | $1.73 | 9.7x | -5% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $16.01 | $1.88 | 8.5x | -17% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $21.83 | $2.00 | 10.9x | +7% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $16.60 | $1.90 | 8.7x | -15% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 10.2x
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TSLX — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying TSLX stock.
What is TSLX's P/E ratio?
Sixth Street Specialty Lending, Inc. (TSLX) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 9.3x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $434.80. The 5-year average P/E is 10.4x and the historical range spans 6.5x to 16.0x.
Is TSLX stock overvalued or undervalued?
TSLX trades at 9.3x P/E, near its 5-year average of 10.4x. The 40th percentile ranking within the 6.5x–16.0x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is TSLX stock expensive?
TSLX is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 9.3x is near the 5-year average of 10.4x (40th percentile of historical range).
What is TSLX's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, TSLX's P/E ratio has ranged from 6.5x to 16.0x, with a median of 10.5x and an average of 10.4x. The current P/E of 9.3x places the stock at the 40th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2014–2026.
How does TSLX's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
TSLX trades at 9.3x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.3x. The 63% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does TSLX's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Sixth Street Specialty Lending, Inc. P/E of 9.3x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 14.2x. 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 TSLX's PEG ratio?
TSLX PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 9.3x and EPS growth of -10.8%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is TSLX's earnings yield?
TSLX earnings yield is 10.72%, the inverse of its 9.3x 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.