BBDC Barings BDC PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The PE ratio for Barings BDC stock stands at 8.4 as of Apr 23, 2025. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $1.04 and the stock price of $8.74 per share. A decrease of 3.9% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 8.7 of the last four quarters.
BBDC PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Barings BDC has been 26.79. The current 8.4 P/E ratio is 69% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, BBDC's PE ratio peaked in the Dec 2022 quarter at 163, with a price of $8.15 and an EPS of $0.05. The Mar 2021 quarter marked the lowest point at 3.5, with a price of $9.98 and an EPS of $2.85.
Barings BDC PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 1,660.26% in 2022
Maximum annual decrease: -95.61% in 2023
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9.2 | 28.67% | $9.57 | $1.04 |
| 2023 | 7.15 | -95.61% | $8.58 | $1.2 |
| 2022 | 163 | 1,660.26% | $8.15 | $0.05 |
| 2021 | 9.26 | -82.89% | $11.02 | $1.19 |
| 2020 | 54.12 | 510.84% | $9.2 | $0.17 |
| 2019 | 8.86 | N/A | $10.28 | $1.16 |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A | $9.01 | -$2.29 |
| 2017 | N/A | N/A | $9.49 | -$0.62 |
| 2016 | 19.51 | 47.02% | $18.34 | $0.94 |
| 2015 | 13.27 | -37.87% | $19.11 | $1.44 |
| 2014 | 21.36 | 127.23% | $20.29 | $0.95 |
| 2013 | 9.4 | -17.03% | $27.65 | $2.94 |
| 2012 | 11.33 | 71.93% | $25.49 | $2.25 |
| 2011 | 6.59 | -30.99% | $19.12 | $2.9 |
| 2010 | 9.55 | -62.87% | $19 | $1.99 |
Barings BDC PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 9.2 | 2.34% | $9.57 | $1.04 |
| Sep 2024 | 8.99 | -3.02% | $9.8 | $1.09 |
| Jun 2024 | 9.27 | 23.6% | $9.73 | $1.05 |
| Mar 2024 | 7.5 | 4.9% | $9.3 | $1.24 |
| Dec 2023 | 7.15 | -27.78% | $8.58 | $1.2 |
| Sep 2023 | 9.9 | 3.56% | $8.91 | $0.9 |
| Jun 2023 | 9.56 | -73.51% | $7.84 | $0.82 |
| Mar 2023 | 36.09 | -77.86% | $7.94 | $0.22 |
| Dec 2022 | 163 | 471.53% | $8.15 | $0.05 |
| Sep 2022 | 28.52 | 28.64% | $8.27 | $0.29 |
| Jun 2022 | 22.17 | 135.85% | $9.31 | $0.42 |
| Mar 2022 | 9.4 | 1.51% | $10.34 | $1.1 |
| Dec 2021 | 9.26 | 24.3% | $11.02 | $1.19 |
| Sep 2021 | 7.45 | 52.35% | $11.02 | $1.48 |
| Jun 2021 | 4.89 | 39.71% | $10.56 | $2.16 |
BBDC average PE ratio chart
Currently, BBDC's PE ratio is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
BBDC PE vs peers
BBDC's PE ratio stands lower than its peer stock OCSL, but it is higher than OFS's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| OFS OFS Capital Corp | 3.99 | $113.35M |
| BBDC Barings BDC Inc | 8.4 | $921.27M |
| OCSL Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp | 21.21 | $1.19B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Barings BDC's PE ratio?
As of Apr 23, 2025, BBDC stock has a price to earnings ratio of 8.4.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Barings BDC (BBDC)?
The average PE ratio for BBDC stock over the past 3 years is 28.3.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Barings BDC (BBDC)?
The average PE ratio for BBDC stock over the past 5 years is 23.53.
What is the highest PE ratio for BBDC?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 163 in the Dec 2022 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for BBDC compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of BBDC is 69% lower than the 10-year historical average.
Why is Barings BDC's PE ratio so low?
BBDC's PE ratio is low because the stock price is relatively cheap compared to the earnings generated by the company.
How is BBDC's PE ratio calculated (Barings BDC 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 (Apr 23, 2025), Barings BDC's share price is $8.74. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $1.04. Therefore, Barings BDC's PE ratio for today is 8.4. PE RATIO(8.4) = STOCK PRICE($8.74) / TTM EPS($1.04)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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