Werner Enterprises, Inc. (WERN) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1990 to 2025
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WERN Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Werner Enterprises, Inc. (WERN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -151.7x, with a stock price of $36.40 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.24.
The current P/E is 639% below its 5-year average of 28.1x. Over the past five years, WERN's P/E has ranged from a low of 9.5x to a high of 101.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.9x, WERN trades at a 686% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 414 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 185.4x.
Relative to the broader market, WERN trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. 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.
WERN P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10B | 156.7 | - | -44% | |
| $23B | 40.2 | 7.66 | +10% | |
| $42B | 41.5 | 3.71 | -12% | |
| $12B | 47.2 | 3.67 | -30% | |
| $20B | 34.9 | 6.51 | +25%Best | |
| $3B | 46.5 | - | -64% | |
| $1B | 71.7 | - | -36% | |
| $61B | 25.8Lowest | 2.05Best | -43% | |
| $99B | 34.9 | 3.09 | -28% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
WERN Historical P/E Data (1990–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | $26.32 | $0.41 | 64.2x | +233% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $27.36 | $0.86 | 31.8x | +65% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $29.30 | $0.29 | 101.0x | +424% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $35.92 | $0.55 | 65.4x | +239% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $38.59 | $0.73 | 52.9x | +174% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $35.83 | $0.99 | 36.2x | +88% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $39.12 | $1.31 | 29.9x | +55% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $42.37 | $1.76 | 24.1x | +25% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $38.95 | $2.33 | 16.7x | -13% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $44.18 | $2.82 | 15.7x | -19% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $45.49 | $3.47 | 13.1x | -32% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $40.26 | $3.74 | 10.8x | -44% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 19.3x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WERN stock.
Is WERN stock overvalued or undervalued?
WERN trades at -151.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 28.1x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does WERN's valuation compare to peers?
Werner Enterprises, Inc. P/E of -151.7x compares to sector median of 25.9x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is WERN's PEG ratio?
WERN PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1990-2025.