Vital Farms, Inc. (VITL) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at 7.8x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2020–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of September 23, 2026, Vital Farms, Inc. (VITL) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 7.8x, with a stock price of $11.25 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.00.
The current P/E is 93% below its 5-year average of 108.3x. Over the past five years, VITL's P/E has ranged from a low of 12.7x to a high of 604.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.0x, VITL trades at a 59% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 146 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 194.0x.
The PEG ratio of 0.20 (P/E divided by 22% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued 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, VITL trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.5x. 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 VITL 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.
VITL Cross-Benchmark Valuation
How does the current P/E compare to sector peers and the broader market?
VITL P/E vs Peers
Animal Protein and Aquaculture peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 22.8 | - | +184%Best | |
| $1B | 10.1 | - | -35% | |
| $885M | 9.8 | 0.41 | -26% | |
| $18B | 38.1 | - | -40% | |
| $11B | 23.4 | - | -41% | |
| $7B | 6.4Lowest | 0.10Best | -1% | |
| $36B | 38.0 | - | -58% | |
| $399B | 49.4 | 3.27 | +10% | |
| $6B | 12.9 | 0.76 | +42% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
VITL Historical P/E Data (2020–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | Mar 29 2026 | $13.14 | $1.04 | 12.7x | -88% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 28 2025 | $31.73 | $1.44 | 22.0x | -80% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sep 28 2025 | $42.30 | $1.32 | 32.0x | -70% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 29 2025 | $38.83 | $1.12 | 34.7x | -68% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 30 2025 | $29.72 | $1.12 | 26.5x | -75% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Dec 29 2024 | $37.35 | $1.18 | 31.7x | -71% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 29 2024 | $35.13 | $1.12 | 31.4x | -71% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $46.77 | $1.06 | 44.1x | -59% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $23.25 | $0.85 | 27.4x | -75% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $15.69 | $0.58 | 27.1x | -75% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 24 2023 | $11.69 | $0.45 | 26.0x | -76% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 25 2023 | $13.18 | $0.37 | 35.6x | -67% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 26 2023 | $14.91 | $0.22 | 66.4x | -39% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $14.92 | $0.02 | 604.0x | +458% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $18.06 | $0.05 | 361.2x | +234% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Sep 26 2021 | $18.19 | $0.12 | 151.6x | +40% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 27 2021 | $21.22 | $0.19 | 111.7x | +3% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 28 2021 | $21.12 | $0.25 | 84.5x | -22% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $25.31 | $0.22 | 113.8x | +5% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 27 2020 | $39.37 | $0.12 | 321.7x | +197% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 108.3x
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VITL — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying VITL stock.
What is VITL's P/E ratio?
Vital Farms, Inc. (VITL) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 7.8x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.00. The 5-year average P/E is 108.3x and the historical range spans 12.7x to 604.0x.
Is VITL stock overvalued or undervalued?
VITL trades at 7.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 108.3x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (12.7x–604.0x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is VITL stock expensive?
No, VITL is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 7.8x is below the 5-year average of 108.3x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is VITL's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, VITL's P/E ratio has ranged from 12.7x to 604.0x, with a median of 35.6x and an average of 108.3x. The current P/E of 7.8x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2020–2026.
How does VITL's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
VITL trades at 7.8x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.5x. The 69% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does VITL's valuation compare to Consumer Defensive peers?
Vital Farms, Inc. P/E of 7.8x compares to the Consumer Defensive sector median of 19.0x. 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 VITL's PEG ratio?
VITL PEG ratio is 0.20, based on a P/E of 7.8x and EPS growth of 22.0%. A PEG below 1.0 indicates the valuation is supported by the earnings growth rate — typically considered attractive.
What is VITL's earnings yield?
VITL earnings yield is 12.80%, the inverse of its 7.8x 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.