John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (WLY) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1990 to 2026
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WLY Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (WLY) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 26.6x, with a stock price of $40.70 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $2.93.
The current P/E is roughly in line with its 5-year average of 27.3x. Over the past five years, WLY's P/E has ranged from a low of 10.9x to a high of 133.0x, placing the current valuation at the 85th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.4x, WLY trades at a 73% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 108 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 179.7x.
Relative to the broader market, WLY trades roughly in line with 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our WLY 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.
WLY 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 | 17.6Lowest | 1.34 | +19% | |
| $62B | 24.4 | 4.08 | +10% | |
| $23B | 26.9 | 3.16 | -3% | |
| $43B | 37.8 | 2.23 | +11% | |
| $4.8T | 36.6 | 1.23Best | +34%Best | |
| $2.9T | 37.8 | 1.35 | +30% | |
| $4.2T | 38.5 | 2.16 | +23% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
WLY Historical P/E Data (1990–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q3 | Sat Jan 31 2026 00:00:00 GM | $31.23 | $2.87 | 10.9x | -56% |
| FY2026 Q2 | Fri Oct 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $36.87 | $1.88 | 19.6x | -21% |
| FY2026 Q1 | $38.60 | $1.78 | 21.7x | -13% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Apr 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $43.64 | $1.53 | 28.5x | +14% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Fri Jan 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $40.93 | $0.74 | 55.3x | +122% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Apr 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $38.57 | $0.29 | 133.0x | +433% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Mon Oct 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $42.19 | $1.75 | 24.1x | -3% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sun Jul 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $52.22 | $2.06 | 25.3x | +2% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Apr 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $50.89 | $2.62 | 19.4x | -22% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Mon Jan 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $50.75 | $2.59 | 19.6x | -21% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sun Oct 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $54.17 | $2.35 | 23.1x | -8% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sat Jul 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $58.78 | $2.58 | 22.8x | -9% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 24.9x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WLY stock.
Is WLY stock overvalued or undervalued?
WLY trades at 26.6x P/E, near its 5-year average of 27.3x. The 85th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does WLY's valuation compare to peers?
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. P/E of 26.6x compares to sector median of 15.4x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is WLY's PEG ratio?
WLY PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1990-2026.