BBW Build-A-Bear Workshop PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The P/E ratio for Build-A-Bear Workshop stock stands at 9.7 as of Mar 14, 2025. The calculation is based on the latest EPS of $3.76 and the stock price of $36.49 per share. An increase of 21% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 8.0 of the past four quarters.
BBW PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Build-A-Bear Workshop has been 44.11. The current 9.7 price-to-earnings ratio is 78% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, BBW's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Apr 2017 quarter at 346.67, with a price of $10.4 and an EPS of $0.03. The Jul 2022 quarter saw the lowest point at 4.94, with a price of $15.97 and an EPS of $3.23.
Build-A-Bear Workshop PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 1,910.26% in 2016
Maximum annual decrease: -87.96% in 2017
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.17 | -18.06% | $22.72 | $3.68 |
| 2023 | 7.53 | 33.04% | $24.16 | $3.21 |
| 2022 | 5.66 | N/A | $17.33 | $3.06 |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A | $5.61 | -$1.54 |
| 2020 | 209 | N/A | $4.18 | $0.02 |
| 2019 | N/A | N/A | $4.63 | -$1.23 |
| 2017 | 18.4 | -87.96% | $9.2 | $0.5 |
| 2016 | 152.78 | 1,910.26% | $13.75 | $0.09 |
| 2016 | 7.6 | -67.38% | $12.24 | $1.61 |
| 2015 | 23.3 | N/A | $19.11 | $0.82 |
| 2013 | N/A | N/A | $7.74 | -$0.13 |
| 2012 | N/A | N/A | $3.91 | -$3.02 |
| 2011 | N/A | N/A | $8.46 | -$0.98 |
| 2011 | 764 | N/A | $7.64 | $0.01 |
| 2010 | N/A | N/A | $4.89 | -$0.66 |
Build-A-Bear Workshop PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2024 | 10.13 | 41.28% | $38.07 | $3.76 |
| Aug 2024 | 7.17 | -16.43% | $25.45 | $3.55 |
| May 2024 | 8.58 | 39.06% | $29.95 | $3.49 |
| Feb 2024 | 6.17 | -11.35% | $22.72 | $3.68 |
| Oct 2023 | 6.96 | -0.57% | $24.42 | $3.51 |
| Jul 2023 | 7 | -0.71% | $24.44 | $3.49 |
| Apr 2023 | 7.05 | -6.37% | $23.2 | $3.29 |
| Jan 2023 | 7.53 | 44.53% | $24.16 | $3.21 |
| Oct 2022 | 5.21 | 5.47% | $17.51 | $3.36 |
| Jul 2022 | 4.94 | -14.24% | $15.97 | $3.23 |
| Apr 2022 | 5.76 | 1.77% | $18.94 | $3.29 |
| Jan 2022 | 5.66 | -20.28% | $17.33 | $3.06 |
| Oct 2021 | 7.1 | -9.44% | $15.68 | $2.21 |
| Jul 2021 | 7.84 | -44.44% | $15.2 | $1.94 |
| May 2021 | 14.11 | N/A | $8.04 | $0.57 |
BBW average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of BBW is higher than the 3 and 5-year averages, but it is under its 10-year average.
BBW PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stocks DIS and MAT, BBW's PE ratio is lower.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| BBW Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc | 9.7 | $490.42M |
| MAT Mattel Inc | 12.42 | $6.52B |
| WINA Winmark Corp | 27.6 | $1.11B |
| DIS Walt Disney Co | 31.92 | $178.32B |
| OMEX Odyssey Marine Exploration Inc | N/A | $9.01M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Build-A-Bear Workshop's PE ratio?
As of Mar 14, 2025, BBW stock has a price to earnings ratio of 9.7.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Build-A-Bear Workshop (BBW)?
The average PE ratio for BBW stock over the past 3 years is 6.95.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Build-A-Bear Workshop (BBW)?
The average PE ratio for BBW stock over the past 5 years is 7.41.
What is the highest PE ratio for BBW?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 346.67 in the Apr 2017 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for BBW compare to its historical average?
BBW's current price to earnings ratio is 78% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is Build-A-Bear Workshop's PE ratio so low?
BBW's stock price is trading at a lower multiple of earnings, which is why its PE ratio of 9.7 is considered low.
How is BBW's PE ratio calculated (Build-A-Bear Workshop 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 (Mar 14, 2025), Build-A-Bear Workshop's share price is $36.49. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Nov 2024 is $3.76. Therefore, Build-A-Bear Workshop's price to earnings ratio for today is 9.7. PE RATIO(9.7) = STOCK PRICE($36.49) / TTM EPS($3.76)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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