Wayfair Inc. (W) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2020 to 2021
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W Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Wayfair Inc. (W) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -27.4x, with a stock price of $66.20 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-2.33.
The current P/E is 117% below its 5-year average of 164.0x. Over the past five years, W's P/E has ranged from a low of 68.4x to a high of 327.6x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.4x, W trades at a 241% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 302 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.2x.
Relative to the broader market, W 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.
W P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 36.9 | - | -39% | |
| $23B | 20.8 | 1.34Best | +1% | |
| $11B | 486.6 | - | +119%Best | |
| $2.9T | 37.8 | 1.35 | +30% | |
| $57B | 15.5Lowest | - | -8% | |
| $1.0T | 47.7 | 4.33 | +13% | |
| $6B | 46.0 | - | -41% | |
| $129B | 19.5 | 2.20 | -3% | |
| $321B | 22.7 | 6.35 | -5% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
W 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 | $255.51 | $0.78 | 327.6x | +100% | |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $315.71 | $3.20 | 98.7x | -40% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $314.75 | $4.60 | 68.4x | -58% |
| FY2020 Q4 | $225.81 | $1.40 | 161.3x | -2% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 164.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying W stock.
Is W stock overvalued or undervalued?
W trades at -27.4x P/E, below its 5-year average of 164.0x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does W's valuation compare to peers?
Wayfair Inc. P/E of -27.4x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is W's PEG ratio?
W PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2020-2021.