Whitestone REIT (WSR) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 20.0x vs 5Y avg 24.8x · 45th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 2010–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 29, 2026, Whitestone REIT (WSR) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.0x, with a stock price of $18.97 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.95.
The current P/E is 19% below its 5-year average of 24.8x. Over the past five years, WSR's P/E has ranged from a low of 12.4x to a high of 42.9x, placing the current valuation at the 45th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 25.2x, WSR trades at a 21% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 173 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.8x to 164.9x.
The PEG ratio of 0.43 (P/E divided by 32% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, WSR trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.3x. 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 WSR 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.
WSR Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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WSR P/E vs Peers
Open-Air Shopping Centers peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5B | 47.6 | 0.61 | +75% | |
| $734M | 272.1 | - | +123% | |
| $2B | 258.5 | 4.36 | +151%Best | |
| $17B | 31.2 | - | +51% | |
| $15B | 29.0 | 0.47 | +34% | |
| $10B | 26.0 | - | +13% | |
| $237M | 1.3Lowest | 0.04Best | -65% | |
| $3B | 230.3 | - | -50% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
WSR Historical P/E Data (2010–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $16.15 | $0.96 | 16.9x | -74% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $13.89 | $0.95 | 14.6x | -77% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $12.28 | $0.85 | 14.5x | -78% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $12.48 | $0.65 | 19.2x | -70% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $14.57 | $0.60 | 24.2x | -63% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $14.17 | $0.71 | 19.9x | -69% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $13.53 | $0.41 | 32.9x | -49% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $13.31 | $0.31 | 42.9x | -34% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $12.55 | $0.49 | 25.6x | -60% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $12.29 | $0.39 | 31.8x | -51% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $9.63 | $0.76 | 12.7x | -80% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $9.70 | $0.78 | 12.4x | -81% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $9.20 | $0.64 | 14.3x | -78% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $9.64 | $0.70 | 13.7x | -79% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $8.46 | $0.35 | 23.8x | -63% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $10.75 | $0.34 | 31.9x | -51% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $13.25 | $0.37 | 35.8x | -45% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $10.13 | $0.26 | 39.0x | -40% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $9.78 | $0.28 | 34.9x | -46% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $8.25 | $0.24 | 34.4x | -47% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $9.70 | $0.13 | 74.6x | +15% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $7.97 | $0.14 | 56.9x | -12% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $6.00 | $0.44 | 13.6x | -79% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $7.27 | $0.46 | 15.8x | -76% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $6.20 | $0.53 | 11.7x | -82% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $13.62 | $0.56 | 24.3x | -62% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $13.76 | $0.40 | 34.4x | -47% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $12.69 | $0.55 | 23.1x | -64% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $12.02 | $0.52 | 23.1x | -64% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $12.26 | $0.53 | 23.1x | -64% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $13.88 | $0.37 | 37.5x | -42% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $12.48 | $0.25 | 49.9x | -23% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $10.39 | $0.25 | 41.6x | -36% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $14.41 | $0.21 | 68.6x | +6% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $13.05 | $0.17 | 76.8x | +19% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $12.25 | $0.13 | 94.2x | +46% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $13.84 | $0.13 | 106.5x | +65% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $14.38 | $0.27 | 53.3x | -18% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $13.88 | $0.33 | 42.1x | -35% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $15.08 | $0.35 | 43.1x | -33% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $12.57 | $0.36 | 34.9x | -46% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $12.01 | $0.24 | 50.0x | -23% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $11.53 | $0.29 | 39.8x | -39% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $13.02 | $0.29 | 44.9x | -31% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $15.88 | $0.28 | 56.7x | -12% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $15.11 | $0.33 | 45.8x | -29% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $13.94 | $0.27 | 51.6x | -20% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $14.91 | $0.25 | 59.6x | -8% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $14.44 | $0.26 | 55.5x | -14% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $13.37 | $0.21 | 63.7x | -2% |
| FY2013 Q3 | - | $13.79 | $0.07 | 204.3x | +216% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $15.76 | $0.05 | 331.8x | +413% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $15.14 | $0.03 | 550.5x | +751% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $14.05 | $0.04 | 374.7x | +479% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 30 2012 | $13.20 | $0.17 | 78.6x | +21% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 30 2012 | $13.81 | $0.21 | 66.4x | +3% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 31 2012 | $13.04 | $0.14 | 89.9x | +39% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $11.90 | $0.10 | 113.3x | +75% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 30 2011 | $11.14 | $0.16 | 71.4x | +10% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $12.72 | $0.15 | 87.1x | +35% |
| FY2011 Q1 | - | $14.31 | $0.20 | 72.0x | +11% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $14.80 | $0.21 | 71.3x | +10% |
| FY2010 Q3 | - | $11.98 | $0.24 | 50.2x | -22% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 64.7x
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WSR — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WSR stock.
What is WSR's P/E ratio?
Whitestone REIT (WSR) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 20.0x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.95. The 5-year average P/E is 24.8x and the historical range spans 12.4x to 42.9x.
Is WSR stock overvalued or undervalued?
WSR trades at 20.0x P/E, near its 5-year average of 24.8x. The 45th percentile ranking within the 12.4x–42.9x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is WSR stock expensive?
WSR is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 20.0x is near the 5-year average of 24.8x (45th percentile of historical range).
What is WSR's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, WSR's P/E ratio has ranged from 12.4x to 42.9x, with a median of 24.2x and an average of 24.8x. The current P/E of 20.0x places the stock at the 45th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2010–2026.
How does WSR's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
WSR trades at 20.0x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.3x. The 21% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does WSR's valuation compare to Real Estate peers?
Whitestone REIT P/E of 20.0x compares to the Real Estate sector median of 25.2x. 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 WSR's PEG ratio?
WSR PEG ratio is 0.43, based on a P/E of 20.0x and EPS growth of 31.9%. A PEG below 1.0 indicates the valuation is supported by the earnings growth rate — typically considered attractive.
What is WSR's earnings yield?
WSR earnings yield is 5.01%, the inverse of its 20.0x 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.