The Trade Desk, Inc. (TTD) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2016 to 2025
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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, The Trade Desk, Inc. (TTD) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 26.2x, with a stock price of $23.82 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.92.
The current P/E is 88% below its 5-year average of 219.9x. Over the past five years, TTD's P/E has ranged from a low of 41.7x to a high of 592.5x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Technology sector median P/E of 25.2x, TTD is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 345 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 199.1x.
The PEG ratio of 1.99 (P/E divided by 17% EPS growth) suggests a fair valuation relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, TTD trades roughly in line with 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. Marketing automation and ad technology peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
APPAppLovin Corporation | $134B | 44.6 | - | +115% |
TTDThe Trade Desk, Inc. | $12B | 26.2 | 1.99 | +17% |
SRADSportradar Group AG | $4B | 154.8 | 4.97 | -9% |
GTMZoomInfo Technologies Inc. | $2B | 15.9 | - | +388% |
DVDoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. | $2B | 35.1 | 1.93Best | -6% |
IBTAIbotta, Inc. | $808M | 208.1 | - | -95% |
DSPViant Technology Inc. | $463M | 84.4 | 11.07 | +152% |
SEMRSemrush Holdings, Inc. | $248M | 213.7 | - | - |
AMODAlpha Modus Holdings, Inc. | $24M | 0.7 | - | +2026%Best |
NXTTNext Technology Holding Inc. | $18M | 0.0Lowest | - | +90% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $37.96 | $0.91 | 41.7x | -74% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $49.01 | $0.87 | 56.3x | -65% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $71.99 | $0.83 | 86.7x | -46% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $54.72 | $0.82 | 66.7x | -58% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $117.53 | $0.78 | 150.0x | -7% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $109.65 | $0.61 | 178.7x | +11% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $97.67 | $0.50 | 194.6x | +21% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $87.42 | $0.40 | 219.7x | +37% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $71.96 | $0.35 | 203.8x | +27% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $78.15 | $0.30 | 257.8x | +61% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $77.22 | $0.26 | 301.2x | +88% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $60.91 | $0.15 | 402.8x | +151% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 160.6x
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Is TTD stock overvalued or undervalued?
TTD trades at 26.2x P/E, below its 5-year average of 219.9x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does TTD's valuation compare to peers?
The Trade Desk, Inc. P/E of 26.2x compares to sector median of 25.2x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is TTD's PEG ratio?
TTD PEG ratio is 1.99. Between 1-2 suggests valuation aligns with growth. Historical P/E data spans 2016-2025.