Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 90.3x vs 5Y avg 24.7x · 90th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2005–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 90.3x, with a stock price of $26.20 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.86.
The current P/E is 266% above its 5-year average of 24.7x. Over the past five years, WBD's P/E has ranged from a low of 6.7x to a high of 102.8x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.3x, WBD trades at a 491% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 110 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 161.8x.
Relative to the broader market, WBD commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. 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 WBD 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.
WBD Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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WBD P/E vs Peers
Film and TV Production and Networks peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $180B | 15.2 | - | +152% | |
| $23B | 10.6 | 0.43 | +57% | |
| $328B | 30.6 | 0.93 | +28% | |
| $82B | 4.2Lowest | 0.22Best | +30% | |
| $2.6T | 34.1 | 1.22 | +30% | |
| $4.4T | 39.9 | 2.24 | +23% | |
| $9B | 12.5 | 0.25 | +146% | |
| $20B | 234.0 | - | +166%Best | |
| $4.5T | 34.0 | 1.14 | +34% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
WBD Historical P/E Data (2005–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $28.82 | $0.29 | 99.4x | +170% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $19.53 | $0.19 | 102.8x | +180% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $11.46 | $0.30 | 37.6x | +2% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $24.92 | $2.02 | 12.3x | -66% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $23.54 | $1.54 | 15.3x | -58% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $25.38 | $1.88 | 13.5x | -63% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $30.68 | $2.08 | 14.8x | -60% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $43.46 | $1.47 | 29.6x | -20% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $30.09 | $1.81 | 16.6x | -55% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $21.77 | $2.06 | 10.6x | -71% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $21.10 | $1.97 | 10.7x | -71% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $19.44 | $2.90 | 6.7x | -82% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $32.74 | $2.88 | 11.4x | -69% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $26.63 | $2.59 | 10.3x | -72% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $30.70 | $2.40 | 12.8x | -65% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $27.02 | $1.37 | 19.7x | -46% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $24.74 | $0.83 | 29.9x | -19% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $21.29 | $1.91 | 11.1x | -70% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $25.83 | $1.89 | 13.7x | -63% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $29.09 | $1.91 | 15.2x | -59% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $27.41 | $1.96 | 14.0x | -62% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $26.92 | $1.78 | 15.1x | -59% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $25.23 | $1.85 | 13.6x | -63% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $28.63 | $1.63 | 17.6x | -52% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $26.68 | $1.58 | 16.9x | -54% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $26.03 | $1.62 | 16.1x | -56% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $33.26 | $1.60 | 20.8x | -43% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $30.76 | $1.70 | 18.1x | -51% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $34.45 | $1.66 | 20.8x | -44% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $37.80 | $1.69 | 22.4x | -39% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $38.70 | $1.64 | 23.6x | -36% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $43.08 | $1.51 | 28.5x | -22% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $47.11 | $1.50 | 31.4x | -15% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $43.98 | $1.39 | 31.6x | -14% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $40.24 | $1.31 | 30.7x | -16% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $41.02 | $1.28 | 32.0x | -13% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $33.07 | $1.24 | 26.7x | -27% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 30 2012 | $31.05 | $1.37 | 22.7x | -38% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 30 2012 | $28.13 | $1.39 | 20.2x | -45% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 31 2012 | $26.36 | $1.32 | 20.0x | -46% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $21.34 | $1.41 | 15.1x | -59% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 30 2011 | $19.60 | $1.21 | 16.2x | -56% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $21.34 | $1.13 | 18.9x | -49% |
| FY2011 Q1 | - | $20.79 | $0.95 | 21.9x | -40% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $21.72 | $0.78 | 27.8x | -24% |
| FY2010 Q3 | - | $22.69 | $0.73 | 31.1x | -15% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jun 30 2010 | $18.60 | $0.62 | 30.0x | -18% |
| FY2010 Q1 | Mar 31 2010 | $17.60 | $0.71 | 24.8x | -33% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $15.98 | $0.65 | 24.6x | -33% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Sep 30 2009 | $15.05 | $0.60 | 25.1x | -32% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $11.73 | $0.71 | 16.5x | -55% |
| FY2009 Q1 | - | $8.35 | $0.57 | 14.6x | -60% |
| FY2008 Q4 | Dec 31 2008 | $7.38 | $0.49 | 15.1x | -59% |
| FY2008 Q3 | - | $7.42 | $0.06 | 123.7x | +237% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Sep 30 2007 | $15.03 | $0.19 | 79.4x | +116% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $11.98 | $0.04 | 269.8x | +634% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $7.62 | $0.07 | 115.3x | +214% |
| FY2006 Q1 | Mar 31 2006 | $7.81 | $0.05 | 156.2x | +325% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Dec 31 2005 | $7.89 | $0.06 | 131.5x | +258% |
| FY2005 Q3 | Sep 30 2005 | $7.52 | $0.07 | 110.6x | +201% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 36.7x
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WBD — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WBD stock.
What is WBD's P/E ratio?
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 90.3x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-0.86. The 5-year average P/E is 24.7x and the historical range spans 6.7x to 102.8x.
Is WBD stock overvalued or undervalued?
WBD trades at 90.3x P/E, above its 5-year average of 24.7x. The 90th percentile ranking within the 6.7x–102.8x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is WBD stock expensive?
Yes, WBD is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 90.3x is above the 5-year average of 24.7x and also above the Communication Services sector median of 15.3x. The stock sits at the 90th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is WBD's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, WBD's P/E ratio has ranged from 6.7x to 102.8x, with a median of 14.8x and an average of 24.7x. The current P/E of 90.3x places the stock at the 90th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2005–2025.
How does WBD's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
WBD trades at 90.3x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 270% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does WBD's valuation compare to Communication Services peers?
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. P/E of 90.3x compares to the Communication Services sector median of 15.3x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is WBD's PEG ratio?
WBD PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 90.3x and EPS growth of 106.3%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is WBD's earnings yield?
WBD earnings yield is 1.11%, the inverse of its 90.3x 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.