VALU Value Line PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of May 27, 2025, the Value Line stock's P/E ratio is 17.54. This takes into account the latest EPS of $2.28 and stock price of $40. The PE ratio has decreased by 10% from its last 4 quarters average of 19.5.
VALU PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Value Line has averaged 19.65 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 17.54 is 11% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, VALU's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Jul 2022 quarter at 36.93, when the price was $86.79 and the EPS was $2.35. The lowest point was recorded in the Oct 2021 quarter, when it reached 11.96 with a price of $34.45 and an EPS of $2.88.
Value Line PE ratio history chart
Value Line PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 371.27% in 2012
Maximum annual decrease: -37.12% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17.92 | -25.27% | $36.2 | $2.02 |
| 2023 | 23.98 | -8.44% | $45.8 | $1.91 |
| 2022 | 26.19 | 108.35% | $65.47 | $2.5 |
| 2021 | 12.57 | -37.12% | $30.54 | $2.43 |
| 2020 | 19.99 | 7.07% | $30.98 | $1.55 |
| 2019 | 18.67 | 45.63% | $23.15 | $1.24 |
| 2018 | 12.82 | -21.54% | $19.48 | $1.52 |
| 2017 | 16.34 | -25.22% | $17.48 | $1.07 |
| 2016 | 21.85 | 11.71% | $16.39 | $0.75 |
| 2015 | 19.56 | -7.43% | $14.48 | $0.74 |
| 2014 | 21.13 | 51.25% | $14.58 | $0.69 |
| 2013 | 13.97 | -19.67% | $9.36 | $0.67 |
| 2012 | 17.39 | 371.27% | $12.17 | $0.7 |
| 2011 | 3.69 | N/A | $13.99 | $3.79 |
| 2010 | N/A | N/A | $21.71 | -$2.32 |
Value Line PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 17.24 | -16.19% | $39.3 | $2.28 |
| Oct 2024 | 20.57 | -7.72% | $48.35 | $2.35 |
| Jul 2024 | 22.29 | 24.39% | $47.25 | $2.12 |
| Apr 2024 | 17.92 | -22.05% | $36.2 | $2.02 |
| Jan 2024 | 22.99 | 4.98% | $44.6 | $1.94 |
| Oct 2023 | 21.9 | -19.87% | $40.95 | $1.87 |
| Jul 2023 | 27.33 | 13.97% | $53.57 | $1.96 |
| Apr 2023 | 23.98 | -12.83% | $45.8 | $1.91 |
| Jan 2023 | 27.51 | -1.47% | $51.71 | $1.88 |
| Oct 2022 | 27.92 | -24.4% | $53.6 | $1.92 |
| Jul 2022 | 36.93 | 41.01% | $86.79 | $2.35 |
| Apr 2022 | 26.19 | 21.64% | $65.47 | $2.5 |
| Jan 2022 | 21.53 | 80.02% | $58.98 | $2.74 |
| Oct 2021 | 11.96 | -6.56% | $34.45 | $2.88 |
| Jul 2021 | 12.8 | 1.83% | $32 | $2.5 |
VALU Price vs fair value
You can ether set your own Fair P/E multiple or use one of the automatically calculated Fair P/E multiples.
Fair P/E calculation
PE Ratio is an attempt to estimate a fair PE ratio of a stock based on its earnings and growth rate.
This formula is a modified version of the classic Graham-Dodd Formula (V= EPS x (8.5+2g)), originally developed by Benjamin Graham, to calculate the fair price of a stock based on its earnings and growth rate.
The formula we have created is an adaptation of this approach, designed to maintain a balance between simplicity and growth sensitivity.
It is calculated using the following formula:
IF g < 5: Fair PE = b
IF g >= 5: Fair PE = m × g
Here’s what each part of the formula means:
g: Growth is calculated as the average of the three-year average EPS growth rate and the one-year EPS growth rate (annually). This approach provides a balanced measure of growth by factoring in both the long-term growth trend and the most recent annual growth performance. If one of the growth metrics is not available, the remaining metric is used to determine growth. The fair P/E value is capped at 100 to prevent distortions caused by extreme EPS growth rates, such as those resulting from large percentage increases from a low base.
m: This is the long term historical median PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth) ratio of the overall market. It serves as a benchmark, adjusting the Fair PE based on typical market conditions.
b: Base PE (static value set to 8). If the company's growth rate is less than 5, the Fair PE is set at a conservative baseline of 8. This is because declining companies generally deserve a lower PE ratio.
Fixed vs Dynamic
Fixed: The Fair PE ratio for all data points is calculated using a single, constant average EPS growth rate, determined based on the most recent period. This means that the same growth rate is applied to all historical data points. Dynamic: The Fair PE ratio for each historical data point is calculated using the trailing average EPS growth rate specific to that point in time. This means that for each data point, the corresponding trailing EPS growth rate is used, ensuring that the Fair PE ratio reflects the growth conditions that were relevant at that specific point in history.
VALU average PE ratio chart
Currently, VALU's PE ratio is under its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PE vs average
VALU PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stocks FDS and NWSA, VALU's PE ratio is lower.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| VALU Value Line Inc | 17.54 | $376.54M |
| FDS Factset Research Systems Inc | 32.47 | $17.57B |
| NWSA News Corp | 32.85 | $15.99B |
| MORN Morningstar Inc | 34.49 | $13.06B |
| LEE LEE ENTERPRISES Inc | N/A | $41.36M |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Value Line's PE ratio?
VALU stock has a price to earnings ratio of 17.54 as of May 27, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Value Line (VALU)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for VALU stock is 24.23.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Value Line (VALU)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for VALU stock is 20.87.
What is the highest PE ratio for VALU?
Over the last ten years, the Jul 2022 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 36.93.
How does the current PE ratio for VALU compare to its historical average?
VALU's price to earnings ratio is currently 11% below its 10-year historical average.
How is VALU's PE ratio calculated (Value Line PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the earnings per share(EPS) for the last 12 months. As of today (May 27, 2025), Value Line's share price is $40. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jan 2025 is $2.28. Therefore, Value Line's price to earnings ratio for today is 17.54. PE RATIO(17.54) = STOCK PRICE($40) / TTM EPS($2.28)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.