DENN DENNY'S PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Feb 21, 2025, the DENNY'S stock's PE ratio is 15.65. This takes into account the latest EPS of $0.34 and stock price of $5.32. The PE ratio marks a decrease of 30% from its last 4 quarters average of 22.3.
DENN PE ratio history
The PE ratio of DENNY'S has averaged 27.34 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 15.65 is 43% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2009 | 5.14 | -66.43% | $2.21 | $0.43 |
DENNY'S PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Mar 2021 | 181.1 | N/A | $18.11 | $0.1 |
DENN average PE ratio chart
DENN's current PE ratio is higher than the 3-year average, but it is lower than its 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 BH's and DIN's. DENNY'S's PE ratio is trading below the peer average of 20.56.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| BH Biglari Holdings Inc | 1.33 | $533.11M |
| DIN Dine Brands Global Inc | 4.29 | $392.75M |
| DENN DENNY'S Corp | 15.65 | $273.07M |
| CAKE Cheesecake Factory Inc | 20.24 | $2.79B |
| EAT Brinker International Inc | 24.51 | $6.43B |
| CBRL Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc | 25.82 | $1.05B |
| TXRH Texas Roadhouse Inc | 28.91 | $11.28B |
| BJRI BJs RESTAURANTS INC | 29.5 | $868.17M |
| DAVE Dave Inc | 29.85 | $1.29B |
| RRGB Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Inc | N/A | $77.15M |
Frequently asked questions
What is DENNY'S's PE ratio?
DENN's price to earnings ratio is 15.65 as of Feb 21, 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 15.13.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for DENNY'S (DENN)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for DENN stock is 27.64.
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 43% below its 10-year historical average.
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 (Feb 21, 2025), DENNY'S's share price is $5.32. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $0.34. Therefore, DENNY'S's PE ratio for today is 15.65. PE RATIO(15.65) = STOCK PRICE($5.32) / TTM EPS($0.34)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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