QNST Quinstreet PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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As of Nov 5, 2025, the Quinstreet stock's PE ratio is 186.25. This takes into account the latest EPS of $0.08 and stock price of $14.9.
QNST PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Quinstreet has averaged 69.09 over the last eight years. The current P/E ratio of 186.25 is 170% higher than the historical average. Looking back at the last eight years, QNST's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2025 quarter at 201.25, when the price was $16.1 and the EPS was $0.08. The lowest point was in the Mar 2019 quarter, when it reached 10.22 with a price of $13.39 and an EPS of $1.31.
Quinstreet PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 137.6% in 2020
Maximum annual decrease: -66.32% in 2019
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 201.25 | N/A | $16.1 | $0.08 |
| 2024 | N/A | N/A | $16.59 | -$0.57 |
| 2023 | N/A | N/A | $8.83 | -$1.28 |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A | $10.06 | -$0.1 |
| 2021 | 42.23 | 41.28% | $18.58 | $0.44 |
| 2020 | 29.89 | 137.6% | $10.46 | $0.35 |
| 2019 | 12.58 | -66.32% | $15.85 | $1.26 |
| 2018 | 37.35 | N/A | $12.7 | $0.34 |
| 2017 | N/A | N/A | $4.17 | -$0.27 |
| 2016 | N/A | N/A | $3.55 | -$0.43 |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A | $6.45 | -$0.45 |
| 2014 | N/A | N/A | $5.51 | -$3.36 |
| 2013 | N/A | N/A | $8.63 | -$1.57 |
| 2012 | 33.07 | 50.32% | $9.26 | $0.28 |
| 2011 | 22 | -4.43% | $12.98 | $0.59 |
Quinstreet PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 201.25 | N/A | $16.1 | $0.08 |
| Mar 2025 | N/A | N/A | $17.84 | -$0.01 |
| Dec 2024 | N/A | N/A | $23.07 | -$0.22 |
| Sep 2024 | N/A | N/A | $19.13 | -$0.4 |
| Jun 2024 | N/A | N/A | $16.59 | -$0.57 |
| Mar 2024 | N/A | N/A | $17.66 | -$1.57 |
| Dec 2023 | N/A | N/A | $12.82 | -$1.45 |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | N/A | $8.97 | -$1.39 |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | N/A | $8.83 | -$1.28 |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | N/A | $15.87 | -$0.33 |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | N/A | $14.35 | -$0.28 |
| Sep 2022 | N/A | N/A | $10.5 | -$0.23 |
| Jun 2022 | N/A | N/A | $10.06 | -$0.1 |
| Mar 2022 | 193.33 | 16.91% | $11.6 | $0.06 |
| Dec 2021 | 165.36 | 107.17% | $18.19 | $0.11 |
QNST Price vs fair value
QNST average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of QNST is higher than its 5 and 10-year averages.
PE comparison
Quinstreet's price to earnings (P/E) of 186.25 is higher than the Communication Services sector and the industry average. In comparison with the Communication Services sector average of 23.55, Quinstreet's price to earnings (P/E) is 691% higher.
QNST PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer stocks MSFT and GOOGL, QNST's PE ratio is higher.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| GOOGL Alphabet Inc | 27.79 | $3.43T |
| MSFT Microsoft Corp | 35.94 | $3.77T |
| QNST Quinstreet Inc | 186.25 | $859.37M |
| TTGT TechTarget Inc | N/A | $378.89M |
| INUV Inuvo Inc | N/A | $43.5M |
| GAIA Gaia Inc | N/A | $113.24M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Quinstreet's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for QNST stock is 186.25 as of Nov 5, 2025.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Quinstreet (QNST)?
The average PE ratio for QNST stock over the past 5 years is 109.69.
What is the highest PE ratio for QNST?
Over the last eight years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 201.25 in the Jun 2025 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for QNST compare to its historical average?
QNST's price to earnings ratio is currently 170% above its 8-year historical average.
Why is Quinstreet's PE ratio so high?
QNST's PE ratio is high because its earnings per share (EPS) is low relative to its stock price.
How is QNST's PE ratio calculated (Quinstreet 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), Quinstreet's share price is $14.9. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jun 2025 is $0.08. Therefore, Quinstreet's PE ratio for today is 186.25. PE RATIO(186.25) = STOCK PRICE($14.9) / TTM EPS($0.08)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.