DLHC DLH Holdings PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Apr 2, 2025, the DLH Holdings stock's PE ratio is 8.91. This takes into account the latest EPS of $0.45 and stock price of $4.01. The PE ratio has decreased by 77% from its last 4 quarters average of 39.6.
DLHC PE ratio history
The PE ratio of DLH Holdings has averaged 31.95 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 8.91 is 72% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, DLHC's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2017 quarter at 308, when the price was $6.16 and the EPS was $0.02. The lowest point was recorded in the Sep 2015 quarter, when it reached 3.12 with a price of $2.84 and an EPS of $0.91.
DLH Holdings PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 1,474.04% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -83.03% in 2024
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18 | -83.03% | $9.36 | $0.52 |
| 2023 | 106.09 | 1,474.04% | $11.67 | $0.11 |
| 2022 | 6.74 | -55.63% | $12.27 | $1.82 |
| 2021 | 15.19 | 21.52% | $12.3 | $0.81 |
| 2020 | 12.5 | 23.27% | $7.25 | $0.58 |
| 2019 | 10.14 | -73.59% | $4.46 | $0.44 |
| 2018 | 38.4 | 71.89% | $5.76 | $0.15 |
| 2017 | 22.34 | 62% | $6.48 | $0.29 |
| 2016 | 13.79 | 341.99% | $4.69 | $0.34 |
| 2015 | 3.12 | -9.83% | $2.84 | $0.91 |
| 2014 | 3.46 | N/A | $1.94 | $0.56 |
| 2013 | N/A | N/A | $1.28 | -$0.02 |
| 2012 | N/A | N/A | $1.06 | -$0.29 |
| 2011 | N/A | N/A | $1.63 | -$0.79 |
| 2010 | N/A | N/A | $0.52 | -$1.15 |
DLH Holdings PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 17.84 | -0.89% | $8.03 | $0.45 |
| Sep 2024 | 18 | -71.02% | $9.36 | $0.52 |
| Jun 2024 | 62.12 | 2.98% | $10.56 | $0.17 |
| Mar 2024 | 60.32 | -42.55% | $13.27 | $0.22 |
| Dec 2023 | 105 | -1.03% | $15.75 | $0.15 |
| Sep 2023 | 106.09 | 500.4% | $11.67 | $0.11 |
| Jun 2023 | 17.67 | 27.86% | $10.25 | $0.58 |
| Mar 2023 | 13.82 | 54.93% | $11.47 | $0.83 |
| Dec 2022 | 8.92 | 32.34% | $11.87 | $1.33 |
| Sep 2022 | 6.74 | -21.26% | $12.27 | $1.82 |
| Jun 2022 | 8.56 | -26.33% | $15.24 | $1.78 |
| Mar 2022 | 11.62 | -28.76% | $18.94 | $1.63 |
| Dec 2021 | 16.31 | 7.37% | $20.72 | $1.27 |
| Sep 2021 | 15.19 | -10.28% | $12.3 | $0.81 |
| Jun 2021 | 16.93 | 7.49% | $11.68 | $0.69 |
DLHC average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of DLHC is under its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
DLHC PE vs peers
DLHC's PE ratio is below its peer stocks RHI and BBSI.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| DLHC DLH Holdings Corp | 8.32 | $53.88M |
| KFRC Kforce Inc | 17.55 | $908.92M |
| BBSI Barrett Business Services Inc | 20 | $1.05B |
| RHI Robert Half International Inc | 21.02 | $5.26B |
| BGSF Bgsf Inc | N/A | $40.98M |
Frequently asked questions
What is DLH Holdings's PE ratio?
As of Apr 2, 2025, DLHC stock has a price to earnings ratio of 8.91.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for DLH Holdings (DLHC)?
The average PE ratio for DLHC stock over the past 3 years is 38.64.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for DLH Holdings (DLHC)?
The average PE ratio for DLHC stock over the past 5 years is 28.48.
What is the highest PE ratio for DLHC?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 308 in the Dec 2017 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for DLHC compare to its historical average?
DLHC's price to earnings ratio is currently 72% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is DLH Holdings's PE ratio so low?
DLHC's PE ratio of 8.91 is considered low because the company's stock price is trading at a lower multiple of earnings.
How is DLHC's PE ratio calculated (DLH Holdings PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Apr 2, 2025), DLH Holdings's share price is $4.01. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $0.45. Therefore, DLH Holdings's price to earnings ratio for today is 8.91. PE RATIO(8.91) = STOCK PRICE($4.01) / TTM EPS($0.45)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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