DENN DENNY'S PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Apr 25, 2025, the DENNY'S stock's PE ratio is 8.73. This takes into account the latest EPS of $0.41 and stock price of $3.58. The PE ratio marks a decrease of 52% from its last 4 quarters average of 18.3.
DENN PE ratio history
The PE ratio of DENNY'S has averaged 26.99 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 8.73 is 68% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, DENN's PE ratio peaked in the Mar 2021 quarter at 181.1, when the price was $18.11 and the EPS was $0.1. The lowest point was in the Mar 2020 quarter, when it reached 5.03 with a price of $9.46 and an EPS of $1.88.
DENNY'S PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 529.82% in 2012
Maximum annual decrease: -78.24% in 2011
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14.32 | -52.75% | $5.87 | $0.41 |
| 2023 | 30.31 | 314.07% | $10.91 | $0.36 |
| 2022 | 7.32 | -44.04% | $9 | $1.23 |
| 2021 | 13.08 | N/A | $15.7 | $1.2 |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A | $14.11 | -$0.08 |
| 2019 | 10.33 | -56.17% | $20.25 | $1.96 |
| 2018 | 23.57 | 2.03% | $16.26 | $0.69 |
| 2017 | 23.1 | -53.33% | $13.4 | $0.58 |
| 2016 | 49.5 | 118.06% | $12.87 | $0.26 |
| 2015 | 22.7 | -16.33% | $9.99 | $0.44 |
| 2014 | 27.13 | -1.02% | $10.31 | $0.38 |
| 2013 | 27.41 | 31.09% | $7.4 | $0.27 |
| 2012 | 20.91 | 529.82% | $4.81 | $0.23 |
| 2011 | 3.32 | -78.24% | $3.82 | $1.15 |
| 2010 | 15.26 | 196.89% | $3.51 | $0.23 |
DENNY'S PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 14.32 | -24.51% | $5.87 | $0.41 |
| Sep 2024 | 18.97 | -1.04% | $6.45 | $0.34 |
| Jun 2024 | 19.17 | -6.9% | $6.9 | $0.36 |
| Mar 2024 | 20.59 | -32.07% | $9.06 | $0.44 |
| Dec 2023 | 30.31 | 88.26% | $10.91 | $0.36 |
| Sep 2023 | 16.1 | -11.73% | $8.37 | $0.52 |
| Jun 2023 | 18.24 | 47.1% | $12.22 | $0.67 |
| Mar 2023 | 12.4 | 69.4% | $11.04 | $0.89 |
| Dec 2022 | 7.32 | 26.21% | $9 | $1.23 |
| Sep 2022 | 5.8 | 2.65% | $9.74 | $1.68 |
| Jun 2022 | 5.65 | -52.28% | $8.93 | $1.58 |
| Mar 2022 | 11.84 | -9.48% | $14.21 | $1.2 |
| Dec 2021 | 13.08 | -53.34% | $15.7 | $1.2 |
| Sep 2021 | 28.03 | -15.01% | $16.54 | $0.59 |
| Jun 2021 | 32.98 | -81.79% | $16.49 | $0.5 |
DENN average PE ratio chart
DENN's current PE ratio is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
DENN PE vs peers
In comparison to its peers TXRH and EAT, DENN's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than DIN's. DENNY'S's PE ratio is trading below the peer average of 23.59.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| DIN Dine Brands Global Inc | 4.81 | $309.5M |
| DENN DENNY'S Corp | 8.73 | $184.77M |
| CAKE Cheesecake Factory Inc | 15.29 | $2.59B |
| DAVE Dave Inc | 20.11 | $1.22B |
| TXRH Texas Roadhouse Inc | 24.87 | $10.74B |
| CBRL Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc | 26.75 | $964.9M |
| EAT Brinker International Inc | 27.01 | $7.09B |
| BJRI BJs RESTAURANTS INC | 46.32 | $757.65M |
| BH Biglari Holdings Inc | N/A | $508.35M |
| RRGB Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Inc | N/A | $47.86M |
Frequently asked questions
What is DENNY'S's PE ratio?
DENN's price to earnings ratio is 8.73 as of Apr 25, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for DENNY'S (DENN)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for DENN stock is 15.35.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for DENNY'S (DENN)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for DENN stock is 28.15.
What is the highest PE ratio for DENN?
Over the last ten years, the Mar 2021 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 181.1.
How does the current PE ratio for DENN compare to its historical average?
DENN's price to earnings ratio is currently 68% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is DENNY'S's PE ratio so low?
DENN's stock price is trading at a lower multiple of earnings, which is why its PE ratio of 8.73 is considered low.
How is DENN's PE ratio calculated (DENNY'S PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is obtained by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Apr 25, 2025), DENNY'S's share price is $3.58. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $0.41. Therefore, DENNY'S's PE ratio for today is 8.73. PE RATIO(8.73) = STOCK PRICE($3.58) / TTM EPS($0.41)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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