Vista Gold Corp. (VGZ) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2011 to 2025
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VGZ Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Vista Gold Corp. (VGZ) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -37.6x, with a stock price of $2.25 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.06.
The current P/E is 183% below its 5-year average of 45.1x. Over the past five years, VGZ's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.2x to a high of 276.9x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Basic Materials sector median P/E of 23.4x, VGZ trades at a 261% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 125 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 2.0x to 144.2x.
Relative to the broader market, VGZ 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.
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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.
VGZ P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1B | 39.6 | - | +169% | |
| $3B | 8.3Lowest | - | +246% | |
| $12B | 36.9 | - | +766%Best | |
| $12B | 20.1 | 0.39 | +500% | |
| $24B | 22.1 | 0.88 | +742% | |
| $3B | 11.6 | 0.23Best | +120% | |
| $11B | 61.1 | 2.34 | +203% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
VGZ Historical P/E Data (2011–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $0.83 | $0.07 | 11.6x | -74% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $0.56 | $0.08 | 6.6x | -85% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $0.78 | $0.08 | 9.3x | -79% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $0.47 | $0.09 | 5.5x | -88% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $0.50 | $0.01 | 47.2x | +5% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $1.06 | $0.01 | 120.5x | +167% |
| FY2020 Q4 | $1.08 | $0.00 | 276.9x | +514% | |
| FY2020 Q3 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $1.09 | $0.01 | 81.3x | +80% |
| FY2016 Q1 | $0.48 | $0.02 | 31.2x | -31% | |
| FY2015 Q4 | $0.28 | $0.01 | 22.2x | -51% | |
| FY2012 Q1 | Sat Mar 31 2012 00:00:00 GM | $3.14 | $0.64 | 4.9x | -89% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2011 00:00:00 GM | $3.07 | $0.73 | 4.2x | -91% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 45.1x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying VGZ stock.
Is VGZ stock overvalued or undervalued?
VGZ trades at -37.6x P/E, below its 5-year average of 45.1x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does VGZ's valuation compare to peers?
Vista Gold Corp. P/E of -37.6x compares to sector median of 23.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is VGZ's PEG ratio?
VGZ PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2011-2025.