DLB Dolby Laboratories PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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The PE ratio for Dolby Laboratories stock stands at 23.79 as of Nov 5, 2025. This takes into account the latest EPS of $2.75 and stock price of $65.42. A decrease of 16% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 28.3 of the last four quarters.
DLB PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Dolby Laboratories has been 39.27. The current 23.79 P/E ratio is 39% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, DLB's PE ratio peaked in the Sep 2018 quarter at 174.93, with a price of $69.97 and an EPS of $0.4. The Jan 2016 quarter marked the lowest point at 20.03, with a price of $33.65 and an EPS of $1.68.
Dolby Laboratories PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 517.47% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -85.47% in 2019
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.59 | -26.89% | $75.61 | $2.74 |
| 2023 | 37.74 | 6.58% | $79.26 | $2.1 |
| 2022 | 35.41 | 17.56% | $65.15 | $1.84 |
| 2021 | 30.12 | 6.58% | $92.47 | $3.07 |
| 2020 | 28.26 | 11.22% | $64.99 | $2.3 |
| 2019 | 25.41 | -85.47% | $63.79 | $2.51 |
| 2018 | 174.93 | 517.47% | $69.97 | $0.4 |
| 2017 | 28.33 | -3.48% | $57.52 | $2.03 |
| 2016 | 29.35 | 65.45% | $54.29 | $1.85 |
| 2015 | 17.74 | -13.17% | $31.4 | $1.77 |
| 2014 | 20.43 | 10.49% | $41.26 | $2.02 |
| 2013 | 18.49 | 39.44% | $34.39 | $1.86 |
| 2012 | 13.26 | 34.35% | $32.75 | $2.47 |
| 2011 | 9.87 | -60.04% | $27.44 | $2.78 |
| 2010 | 24.7 | 39.78% | $61.74 | $2.5 |
Dolby Laboratories PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 26.93 | -10.02% | $74.05 | $2.75 |
| Mar 2025 | 29.93 | 4.5% | $79.91 | $2.67 |
| Dec 2024 | 28.64 | 3.81% | $78.48 | $2.74 |
| Sep 2024 | 27.59 | -22.7% | $75.61 | $2.74 |
| Jun 2024 | 35.69 | -15.23% | $79.23 | $2.22 |
| Mar 2024 | 42.1 | -3.77% | $83.77 | $1.99 |
| Dec 2023 | 43.75 | 15.92% | $86.18 | $1.97 |
| Sep 2023 | 37.74 | 3.28% | $79.26 | $2.1 |
| Jun 2023 | 36.54 | 7.79% | $83.68 | $2.29 |
| Mar 2023 | 33.9 | -9.65% | $85.42 | $2.52 |
| Dec 2022 | 37.52 | 5.96% | $70.54 | $1.88 |
| Sep 2022 | 35.41 | -0.51% | $65.15 | $1.84 |
| Jul 2022 | 35.59 | -4.15% | $70.82 | $1.99 |
| Apr 2022 | 37.13 | -1.75% | $79.09 | $2.13 |
| Dec 2021 | 37.79 | 25.46% | $95.22 | $2.52 |
DLB Price vs fair value
DLB average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of DLB is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PE comparison
With a price to earnings (P/E) of 23.79, DLB ranks lower than the Industrials sector and the industry average. In comparison with the Industrials sector average of 25.78, Dolby Laboratories's price to earnings (P/E) is 8% lower.
DLB PE vs peers
DLB's PE ratio stands lower than its peer stocks BMI and IMAX, but it is higher than SSTK's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| SSTK Shutterstock Inc | 12.2 | $800.65M |
| DLB Dolby Laboratories Inc | 23.71 | $6.25B |
| BMI Badger Meter Inc | 39.19 | $5.46B |
| IMAX Imax Corp | 45.47 | $1.79B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dolby Laboratories's PE ratio?
As of Nov 5, 2025, DLB stock has a price to earnings ratio of 23.79.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Dolby Laboratories (DLB)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for DLB stock is 34.58.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Dolby Laboratories (DLB)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for DLB stock is 34.39.
What is the highest PE ratio for DLB?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 174.93 in the Sep 2018 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for DLB compare to its historical average?
DLB's price to earnings ratio is currently 39% below its 10-year historical average.
How is DLB's PE ratio calculated (Dolby Laboratories 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), Dolby Laboratories's share price is $65.42. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jun 2025 is $2.75. Therefore, Dolby Laboratories's PE ratio for today is 23.79. PE RATIO(23.79) = STOCK PRICE($65.42) / TTM EPS($2.75)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.