Solitario Zinc Corp. (XPL) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2009 to 2016
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XPL Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Solitario Zinc Corp. (XPL) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -19.2x, with a stock price of $0.85 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.04.
The current P/E is 143% below its 5-year average of 44.7x. Over the past five years, XPL's P/E has ranged from a low of 2.0x to a high of 144.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Basic Materials sector median P/E of 22.9x, XPL trades at a 184% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 125 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 2.1x to 135.9x.
Relative to the broader market, XPL trades at a notable discount to 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.
XPL P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $12B | 37.0 | - | +766%Best | |
| $12B | 20.8 | 0.40Best | +500% | |
| $24B | 21.7 | 0.86 | +742% | |
| $128B | 18.0 | 1.40 | +124% | |
| $88B | 40.1 | 1.34 | +17% | |
| $30B | 29.8 | - | +263% | |
| $10B | 16.4Lowest | - | +630% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
XPL Historical P/E Data (2009–2016)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2016 Q2 | $0.52 | $0.22 | 2.4x | -95% | |
| FY2016 Q1 | $0.47 | $0.22 | 2.1x | -95% | |
| FY2015 Q4 | $0.49 | $0.22 | 2.2x | -95% | |
| FY2015 Q3 | Wed Sep 30 2015 00:00:00 GM | $0.45 | $0.23 | 2.0x | -96% |
| FY2009 Q2 | $1.90 | $0.02 | 115.9x | +159% | |
| FY2009 Q1 | $1.31 | $0.01 | 144.0x | +222% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 44.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying XPL stock.
Is XPL stock overvalued or undervalued?
XPL trades at -19.2x P/E, below its 5-year average of 44.7x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does XPL's valuation compare to peers?
Solitario Zinc Corp. P/E of -19.2x compares to sector median of 22.9x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is XPL's PEG ratio?
XPL PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2009-2016.