Willdan Group, Inc. (WLDN) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2007 to 2025
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WLDN Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Willdan Group, Inc. (WLDN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.7x, with a stock price of $75.71 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $3.44.
The current P/E is 60% below its 5-year average of 54.1x. Over the past five years, WLDN's P/E has ranged from a low of 18.0x to a high of 266.1x, placing the current valuation at the 5th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.9x, WLDN trades at a 16% 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, WLDN trades roughly in line with 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.
WLDN P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $8B | 33.3 | 4.12 | -24% | |
| $5B | 20.2 | 1.10 | +52% | |
| $7B | 60.4 | 3.62 | +311%Best | |
| $2B | 15.7 | 0.05Best | +102% | |
| $2B | 38.0 | - | -22% | |
| $4B | 12.7Lowest | - | +26% | |
| $71B | 69.6 | 1.46 | +98% | |
| $5B | 27.8 | 4.40 | +72% | |
| $30B | 20.5 | 2.31 | +21% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
WLDN Historical P/E Data (2007–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Fri Jan 02 2026 00:00:00 GM | $106.66 | $3.48 | 30.6x | -11% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Fri Oct 03 2025 00:00:00 GM | $91.21 | $2.78 | 32.8x | -5% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Fri Jul 04 2025 00:00:00 GM | $72.30 | $2.39 | 30.3x | -12% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Fri Apr 04 2025 00:00:00 GM | $38.70 | $1.69 | 22.9x | -34% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Fri Dec 27 2024 00:00:00 GM | $38.41 | $1.58 | 24.3x | -30% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Fri Sep 27 2024 00:00:00 GM | $40.88 | $1.63 | 25.1x | -27% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Fri Jun 28 2024 00:00:00 GM | $28.85 | $1.23 | 23.5x | -32% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Fri Mar 29 2024 00:00:00 GM | $28.99 | $0.93 | 31.2x | -10% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Fri Dec 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $21.50 | $0.79 | 27.3x | -21% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Fri Sep 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $20.43 | $0.18 | 115.9x | +236% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $19.16 | $0.07 | 266.1x | +672% |
| FY2019 Q4 | Fri Dec 27 2019 00:00:00 GM | $31.21 | $0.41 | 75.8x | +120% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 34.5x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WLDN stock.
Is WLDN stock overvalued or undervalued?
WLDN trades at 21.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 54.1x. At the 5th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does WLDN's valuation compare to peers?
Willdan Group, Inc. P/E of 21.7x compares to sector median of 25.9x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is WLDN's PEG ratio?
WLDN PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2007-2025.