WideOpenWest, Inc. (WOW) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -7.2x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2017–2022
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 22, 2026, WideOpenWest, Inc. (WOW) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -7.2x, with a stock price of $5.20 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.94.
The current P/E is 143% below its 5-year average of 16.9x. Over the past five years, WOW's P/E has ranged from a low of 1.9x to a high of 58.9x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.3x, WOW trades at a 147% discount 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, WOW trades at a notable discount to 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 WOW 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.
WOW Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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WOW P/E vs Peers
Fixed Broadband and Cable Operators peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $16B | 3.5Lowest | 0.19Best | +4% | |
| $82B | 4.2 | 0.22 | +30% | |
| $154B | 7.2 | - | +104%Best | |
| $191B | 11.2 | - | -2% | |
| $471B | 46.9 | - | +0% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
WOW Historical P/E Data (2017–2022)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $12.27 | $2.89 | 4.2x | -75% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $18.21 | $9.12 | 2.0x | -88% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $17.44 | $9.23 | 1.9x | -89% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $21.52 | $9.28 | 2.3x | -86% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $19.65 | $6.55 | 3.0x | -82% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $20.71 | $0.42 | 49.3x | +193% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $13.59 | $0.30 | 45.3x | +169% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $10.67 | $0.18 | 58.9x | +249% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $5.19 | $0.22 | 23.5x | +39% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $5.27 | $0.25 | 21.0x | +24% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $4.76 | $0.34 | 14.0x | -17% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $7.42 | $0.44 | 16.9x | +0% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $6.16 | $0.56 | 11.0x | -35% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $7.26 | $0.79 | 9.2x | -45% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $9.10 | $0.97 | 9.4x | -44% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $10.57 | $1.86 | 5.7x | -66% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $15.08 | $1.22 | 12.4x | -26% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $17.40 | $1.29 | 13.5x | -20% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 16.9x
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WOW — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WOW stock.
What is WOW's P/E ratio?
WideOpenWest, Inc. (WOW) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -7.2x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-0.94. The 5-year average P/E is 16.9x and the historical range spans 1.9x to 58.9x.
Is WOW stock overvalued or undervalued?
WOW trades at -7.2x P/E, below its 5-year average of 16.9x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (1.9x–58.9x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is WOW stock expensive?
No, WOW is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -7.2x is below the 5-year average of 16.9x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is WOW's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, WOW's P/E ratio has ranged from 1.9x to 58.9x, with a median of 12.4x and an average of 16.9x. The current P/E of -7.2x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2017–2022.
How does WOW's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
WOW trades at -7.2x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 130% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does WOW's valuation compare to Communication Services peers?
WideOpenWest, Inc. P/E of -7.2x compares to the Communication Services sector median of 15.3x. 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 WOW's PEG ratio?
WOW PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -7.2x and EPS growth of 79.6%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is WOW's earnings yield?
WOW earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -7.2x 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.