GES Guess PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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- Consumer Cyclical
- NYSE: GES
- PE Ratio
The current PE ratio for Guess stock as of Nov 5, 2025 is 29.28. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.58 and the stock price of $16.98 per share. The PE ratio has grown by 33% from its last 4 quarters average of 22.0.
GES PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Guess for the last ten years is 63.21. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 29.28 is 54% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, GES's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Aug 2018 quarter at 1,108.5, when the price was $22.17 and the EPS was $0.02. The lowest point was recorded in the Feb 2024 quarter, when it reached 6.23 with a price of $22.86 and an EPS of $3.67.
Guess PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 138.41% in 2017
Maximum annual decrease: -85.91% in 2020
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11.23 | 80.26% | $12.91 | $1.15 |
| 2024 | 6.23 | -28.23% | $22.86 | $3.67 |
| 2023 | 8.68 | 7.43% | $22.75 | $2.62 |
| 2022 | 8.08 | N/A | $21.4 | $2.65 |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A | $23.22 | -$1.27 |
| 2020 | 15.77 | -85.91% | $21.29 | $1.35 |
| 2019 | 111.94 | N/A | $19.03 | $0.17 |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A | $14.61 | -$0.11 |
| 2017 | 45.56 | 138.41% | $12.3 | $0.27 |
| 2016 | 19.11 | 12.94% | $18.54 | $0.97 |
| 2015 | 16.92 | 9.16% | $18.78 | $1.11 |
| 2014 | 15.5 | 17.07% | $28.05 | $1.81 |
| 2013 | 13.24 | 30.31% | $27.27 | $2.06 |
| 2012 | 10.16 | -24.18% | $29.26 | $2.88 |
| 2011 | 13.4 | -11.26% | $42.09 | $3.14 |
Guess PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 21.48 | -52.73% | $12.46 | $0.58 |
| May 2025 | 45.44 | 304.63% | $11.36 | $0.25 |
| Feb 2025 | 11.23 | 13.21% | $12.91 | $1.15 |
| Nov 2024 | 9.92 | 41.92% | $16.97 | $1.71 |
| Aug 2024 | 6.99 | 8.54% | $22.43 | $3.21 |
| May 2024 | 6.44 | 3.37% | $26.71 | $4.15 |
| Feb 2024 | 6.23 | -4.45% | $22.86 | $3.67 |
| Oct 2023 | 6.52 | -18.3% | $21.11 | $3.24 |
| Jul 2023 | 7.98 | -3.04% | $20.74 | $2.6 |
| Apr 2023 | 8.23 | -5.18% | $18.85 | $2.29 |
| Jan 2023 | 8.68 | 3.58% | $22.75 | $2.62 |
| Oct 2022 | 8.38 | -7.81% | $16.92 | $2.02 |
| Jul 2022 | 9.09 | 5.21% | $18.91 | $2.08 |
| Apr 2022 | 8.64 | 6.93% | $22.47 | $2.6 |
| Jan 2022 | 8.08 | 4.12% | $21.4 | $2.65 |
GES Price vs fair value
GES average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of GES is higher than the 3 and 5-year averages, but it is under its 10-year average.
PE comparison
Guess's price to earnings (P/E) of 29.28 is higher than the Consumer Cyclical sector, the industry and its peers average. Looking at the Consumer Cyclical sector average of 19.04, Guess's price to earnings (P/E) is 54% higher.
GES PE vs peers
When compared to its peer APP, GES's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than ROST's and GAP's. Guess's PE ratio is trading above the peer average of 15.12.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| ANF Abercrombie & Fitch Co | 6.46 | $3.31B |
| PVH Pvh Corp | 8.65 | $3.75B |
| GAP Gap, Inc. | 9.97 | $8.73B |
| URBN Urban Outfitters Inc | 12.38 | $5.77B |
| CRI Carters Inc | 12.96 | $1.17B |
| AEO American Eagle Outfitters Inc | 15.9 | $2.85B |
| ROST Ross Stores Inc | 25.59 | $52.76B |
| SHOO Steven Madden Ltd | 28.93 | $2.71B |
| GES Guess Inc | 29.28 | $884.36M |
| APP Applovin Corp | 91.71 | $222.73B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Guess's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for GES stock as of Nov 5, 2025, stands at 29.28.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Guess (GES)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for GES stock is 12.65.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Guess (GES)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for GES stock is 11.63.
What is the highest PE ratio for GES?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 1,108.5 and it was in the Aug 2018 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for GES compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of GES is 54% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is GES's PE ratio calculated (Guess 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 (Nov 5, 2025), Guess's share price is $16.98. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Aug 2025 is $0.58. Therefore, Guess's price to earnings ratio for today is 29.28. PE RATIO(29.28) = STOCK PRICE($16.98) / TTM EPS($0.58)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.