PBPB Potbelly PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Mar 19, 2025, the PBPB stock has a PE ratio of 6.85. The calculation is based on the latest EPS of $1.35 and the stock price of $9.25 per share. A decrease of 74% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 26.6 of the last four quarters.
PBPB PE ratio history
The mean historical PE ratio of Potbelly over the last ten years is 48.47. The current 6.85 P/E ratio is 86% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, PBPB's PE ratio peaked in the Sep 2017 quarter at 128.89, with a price of $11.6 and an EPS of $0.09. The Sep 2024 quarter marked the lowest point at 6.51, with a price of $8.4 and an EPS of $1.29.
Potbelly PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 55.33% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -88.15% in 2024
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.86 | -88.15% | $9.26 | $1.35 |
| 2023 | 57.89 | 55.33% | $10.42 | $0.18 |
| 2022 | 37.27 | N/A | $5.59 | $0.15 |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A | $5.27 | -$0.86 |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A | $4.33 | -$2.74 |
| 2019 | N/A | N/A | $4.24 | -$1.01 |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A | $8.02 | -$0.35 |
| 2017 | N/A | N/A | $12.3 | -$0.28 |
| 2016 | 42.66 | -28.9% | $13.65 | $0.32 |
| 2015 | 60 | -26.29% | $12 | $0.2 |
| 2014 | 81.4 | N/A | $12.21 | $0.15 |
| 2013 | N/A | N/A | $25.24 | -$6.29 |
| 2012 | N/A | N/A | N/A | $0.72 |
| 2011 | N/A | N/A | N/A | -$2.35 |
| 2010 | N/A | N/A | N/A | -$9.34 |
Potbelly PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 6.86 | 5.38% | $9.26 | $1.35 |
| Sep 2024 | 6.51 | -1.06% | $8.4 | $1.29 |
| Jun 2024 | 6.58 | -92.39% | $8.03 | $1.22 |
| Mar 2024 | 86.5 | 49.42% | $12.11 | $0.14 |
| Dec 2023 | 57.89 | 25.06% | $10.42 | $0.18 |
| Sep 2023 | 46.29 | 151.58% | $7.87 | $0.17 |
| Jun 2023 | 18.4 | -12.51% | $7.91 | $0.43 |
| Mar 2023 | 21.03 | -43.57% | $7.78 | $0.37 |
| Dec 2022 | 37.27 | N/A | $5.59 | $0.15 |
| Sep 2022 | N/A | N/A | $4.53 | -$0.03 |
| Jun 2022 | N/A | N/A | $5.14 | -$0.44 |
| Mar 2022 | N/A | N/A | $6.41 | -$0.6 |
| Dec 2021 | N/A | N/A | $5.27 | -$0.86 |
| Sep 2021 | N/A | N/A | $6.8 | -$1.48 |
| Jun 2021 | N/A | N/A | $8.81 | -$1.94 |
PBPB average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of PBPB is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PBPB PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer stocks PZZA and NATH, PBPB's PE ratio is lower.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| PBPB Potbelly Corp | 6.8 | $274.29M |
| NATH Nathans Famous Inc | 16.27 | $386.46M |
| PZZA Papa Johns International Inc | 17.82 | $1.48B |
| JACK Jack In The Box Inc | N/A | $580.46M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Potbelly's PE ratio?
PBPB's price to earnings ratio is 6.85 as of Mar 19, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Potbelly (PBPB)?
The average PE ratio for PBPB stock over the past 3 years is 31.93.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Potbelly (PBPB)?
The average PE ratio for PBPB stock over the past 5 years is 31.93.
What is the highest PE ratio for PBPB?
Over the last ten years, the Sep 2017 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 128.89.
How does the current PE ratio for PBPB compare to its historical average?
PBPB's current price to earnings ratio is 86% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is Potbelly's PE ratio so low?
PBPB's PE ratio is low because the stock price is relatively cheap compared to the earnings generated by the company.
How is PBPB's PE ratio calculated (Potbelly PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the EPS for the last 12 months. As of today (Mar 19, 2025), Potbelly's share price is $9.25. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $1.35. Therefore, Potbelly's PE ratio for today is 6.85. PE RATIO(6.85) = STOCK PRICE($9.25) / TTM EPS($1.35)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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