LINC Lincoln Educational Services PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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- Consumer Defensive
- NASDAQ: LINC
- PE Ratio
The current P/E ratio for Lincoln Educational Services stock as of Nov 5, 2025 is 38.7. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.46 and the stock price of $17.8 per share. The PE ratio has decreased by 13% from its last 4 quarters average of 44.4.
LINC PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Lincoln Educational Services for the last ten years is 17.77. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 38.7 is 118% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, LINC's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Jun 2025 quarter at 50.11, when the price was $23.05 and the EPS was $0.46. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2021 quarter, when it reached 3.84 with a price of $6.41 and an EPS of $1.67.
Lincoln Educational Services PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 323.65% in 2024
Maximum annual decrease: -87.08% in 2020
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 49.44 | 323.65% | $15.82 | $0.32 |
| 2023 | 11.67 | -27.43% | $10.04 | $0.86 |
| 2022 | 16.08 | 123.96% | $5.79 | $0.36 |
| 2021 | 7.18 | 64.68% | $7.47 | $1.04 |
| 2020 | 4.36 | -87.08% | $6.5 | $1.49 |
| 2019 | 33.75 | N/A | $2.7 | $0.08 |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A | $3.2 | -$0.27 |
| 2017 | N/A | N/A | $2.02 | -$0.48 |
| 2016 | N/A | N/A | $1.92 | -$1.21 |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A | $1.99 | -$0.14 |
| 2014 | N/A | N/A | $2.8 | -$2.46 |
| 2013 | N/A | N/A | $4.98 | -$2.28 |
| 2012 | N/A | N/A | $5.59 | -$1.68 |
| 2011 | 9.88 | 82.29% | $7.9 | $0.8 |
| 2010 | 5.42 | -53.2% | $15.51 | $2.86 |
Lincoln Educational Services PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 50.11 | 23.15% | $23.05 | $0.46 |
| Mar 2025 | 40.69 | -17.7% | $15.87 | $0.39 |
| Dec 2024 | 49.44 | 32.51% | $15.82 | $0.32 |
| Sep 2024 | 37.31 | -18.22% | $11.94 | $0.32 |
| Jun 2024 | 45.62 | 275.47% | $11.86 | $0.26 |
| Mar 2024 | 12.15 | 4.11% | $10.33 | $0.85 |
| Dec 2023 | 11.67 | 24.28% | $10.04 | $0.86 |
| Sep 2023 | 9.39 | 29.52% | $8.45 | $0.9 |
| Jun 2023 | 7.25 | -53.88% | $6.74 | $0.93 |
| Mar 2023 | 15.72 | -2.24% | $5.66 | $0.36 |
| Dec 2022 | 16.08 | 148.15% | $5.79 | $0.36 |
| Sep 2022 | 6.48 | -12.67% | $5.44 | $0.84 |
| Jun 2022 | 7.42 | -5.6% | $6.31 | $0.85 |
| Mar 2022 | 7.86 | 9.47% | $7.15 | $0.91 |
| Dec 2021 | 7.18 | 86.98% | $7.47 | $1.04 |
LINC Price vs fair value
LINC average PE ratio chart
LINC's current PE ratio is higher than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PE comparison
With a price to earnings (P/E) of 38.7, LINC stands higher than the Consumer Defensive sector, the industry and its peers average. Looking at the Consumer Defensive sector average of 20.66, Lincoln Educational Services's price to earnings (P/E) is 87% higher.
LINC PE vs peers
LINC's PE ratio is above its peer stocks ESI and LOPE. Lincoln Educational Services is currently trading at a higher PE ratio (38.7) than its peers average of 27.71.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| STRA Strategic Education Inc | 15.11 | $1.79B |
| LOPE Grand Canyon Education Inc | 21.56 | $5.01B |
| ESI Element Solutions Inc | 27.28 | $6.54B |
| APEI American Public Education Inc | 28.83 | $567.67M |
| DV DoubleVerify Holdings Inc | 36.19 | $1.84B |
| CECO Ceco Environmental Corp. | 37.5 | $1.98B |
| LINC Lincoln Educational Services Corp | 38.7 | $562.81M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Lincoln Educational Services's PE ratio?
LINC stock has a price to earnings ratio of 38.7 as of Nov 5, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Lincoln Educational Services (LINC)?
The average PE ratio for LINC stock over the past 3 years is 26.86.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Lincoln Educational Services (LINC)?
The average PE ratio for LINC stock over the past 5 years is 17.95.
What is the highest PE ratio for LINC?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 50.11 in the Jun 2025 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for LINC compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of LINC is 118% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is LINC's PE ratio calculated (Lincoln Educational Services PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Nov 5, 2025), Lincoln Educational Services's share price is $17.8. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jun 2025 is $0.46. Therefore, Lincoln Educational Services's price to earnings ratio for today is 38.7. PE RATIO(38.7) = STOCK PRICE($17.8) / TTM EPS($0.46)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.