Willdan Group, Inc. (WLDN) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at 21.1x · 5th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2007–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of October 3, 2026, Willdan Group, Inc. (WLDN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.1x, with a stock price of $73.54 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $4.23.
The current P/E is 61% below its 5-year average of 54.0x. Over the past five years, WLDN's P/E has ranged from a low of 17.9x 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 25.3x, WLDN trades at a 17% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 395 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 194.3x.
Relative to the broader market, WLDN trades roughly in line with the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.5x. 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 WLDN 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.
WLDN Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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WLDN P/E vs Peers
Engineering and environmental consulting peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $9B | 35.6 | 4.40 | -24% | |
| $4B | 15.8 | 0.86 | +52% | |
| $5B | 40.5 | 2.42 | +311%Best | |
| $3B | 18.9 | 0.07Best | +102% | |
| $1B | 26.0 | - | -22% | |
| $4B | 13.3Lowest | - | +25% | |
| $61B | 59.9 | 1.25 | +98% | |
| $4B | 25.9 | 4.11 | +72% | |
| $28B | 18.7 | 2.11 | +21% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
WLDN Historical P/E Data (2007–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | Jul 03 2026 | $76.30 | $4.26 | 17.9x | -47% |
| FY2026 Q1 | Apr 03 2026 | $80.34 | $3.71 | 21.7x | -36% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Jan 02 2026 | $106.66 | $3.48 | 30.6x | -10% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Oct 03 2025 | $91.21 | $2.78 | 32.8x | -3% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jul 04 2025 | $72.30 | $2.39 | 30.3x | -11% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Apr 04 2025 | $38.70 | $1.69 | 22.9x | -32% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Dec 27 2024 | $38.41 | $1.58 | 24.3x | -28% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 27 2024 | $40.88 | $1.63 | 25.1x | -26% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 28 2024 | $28.85 | $1.23 | 23.5x | -31% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 29 2024 | $28.99 | $0.93 | 31.2x | -8% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 29 2023 | $21.50 | $0.79 | 27.3x | -20% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 29 2023 | $20.43 | $0.18 | 115.9x | +242% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $19.16 | $0.07 | 266.1x | +685% |
| FY2019 Q4 | Dec 27 2019 | $31.21 | $0.41 | 75.8x | +123% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 27 2019 | $35.04 | $0.25 | 139.0x | +310% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 28 2019 | $37.25 | $0.56 | 66.3x | +96% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 29 2019 | $37.07 | $0.78 | 47.4x | +40% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 28 2018 | $34.00 | $1.06 | 32.1x | -5% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 28 2018 | $33.96 | $1.31 | 25.9x | -24% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 29 2018 | $30.97 | $1.27 | 24.4x | -28% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 30 2018 | $28.35 | $1.27 | 22.3x | -34% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 29 2017 | $23.94 | $1.33 | 18.0x | -47% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 29 2017 | $32.46 | $1.15 | 28.2x | -17% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $30.55 | $1.12 | 27.3x | -20% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $32.26 | $1.13 | 28.5x | -16% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 30 2016 | $22.59 | $0.96 | 23.5x | -31% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $17.55 | $0.83 | 21.1x | -38% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Jul 01 2016 | $10.69 | $0.65 | 16.4x | -51% |
| FY2016 Q1 | Apr 01 2016 | $10.48 | $0.48 | 21.8x | -36% |
| FY2015 Q4 | Jan 01 2016 | $8.38 | $0.53 | 15.8x | -53% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Oct 02 2015 | $10.03 | $0.73 | 13.7x | -59% |
| FY2015 Q2 | Jul 03 2015 | $11.04 | $1.16 | 9.5x | -72% |
| FY2015 Q1 | Apr 03 2015 | $13.29 | $1.21 | 11.0x | -68% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Jan 02 2015 | $14.50 | $1.20 | 12.1x | -64% |
| FY2014 Q3 | Sep 26 2014 | $13.82 | $1.04 | 13.3x | -61% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 27 2014 | $8.00 | $0.62 | 12.9x | -62% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 28 2014 | $4.56 | $0.46 | 9.9x | -71% |
| FY2013 Q4 | Dec 27 2013 | $4.91 | $0.34 | 14.4x | -58% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 27 2013 | $3.71 | $0.29 | 12.7x | -62% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 28 2013 | $3.01 | $0.29 | 10.3x | -69% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 30 2012 | $3.65 | $0.09 | 40.6x | +20% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $3.96 | $0.24 | 16.5x | -51% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 30 2011 | $3.73 | $0.39 | 9.6x | -72% |
| FY2011 Q2 | Jul 01 2011 | $3.83 | $0.21 | 18.3x | -46% |
| FY2011 Q1 | Apr 01 2011 | $4.18 | $0.28 | 15.0x | -56% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $4.00 | $0.37 | 10.8x | -68% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Jun 27 2008 | $4.89 | $0.20 | 24.2x | -29% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Mar 28 2008 | $5.89 | $0.36 | 16.4x | -52% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Dec 28 2007 | $7.11 | $0.30 | 23.3x | -31% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Sep 28 2007 | $10.19 | $0.10 | 97.0x | +186% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 33.9x
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WLDN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WLDN stock.
What is WLDN's P/E ratio?
Willdan Group, Inc. (WLDN) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 21.1x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $4.23. The 5-year average P/E is 54.0x and the historical range spans 17.9x to 266.1x.
Is WLDN stock overvalued or undervalued?
WLDN trades at 21.1x P/E, below its 5-year average of 54.0x. At the 5th percentile of its historical range (17.9x–266.1x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is WLDN stock expensive?
No, WLDN is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 21.1x is below the 5-year average of 54.0x and sits at the 5th percentile of its valuation range.
What is WLDN's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, WLDN's P/E ratio has ranged from 17.9x to 266.1x, with a median of 30.6x and an average of 54.0x. The current P/E of 21.1x places the stock at the 5th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2007–2026.
How does WLDN's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
WLDN trades at 21.1x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.5x. The 14% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does WLDN's valuation compare to Industrials peers?
Willdan Group, Inc. P/E of 21.1x compares to the Industrials sector median of 25.3x. 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 WLDN's PEG ratio?
WLDN PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 21.1x and EPS growth of 120.9%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is WLDN's earnings yield?
WLDN earnings yield is 4.75%, the inverse of its 21.1x 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.