GES Guess PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Guess stock as of Apr 21, 2025 is 8.38. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $1.15 and the stock price of $9.64 per share. The PE ratio has decreased by 3.1% from its last 4 quarters average of 8.6.
GES PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Guess for the last ten years is 60.88. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 8.38 is 86% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Oct 2021 | 7.76 | -8.92% | $20.71 | $2.67 |
| Jul 2021 | 8.52 | -56.84% | $22.32 | $2.62 |
GES average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of GES is higher than the 3-year average, but it is under its 5 and 10-year averages.
GES PE vs peers
When compared to its peers APP and ROST, GES's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than PVH's and ANF's. Guess's PE ratio is trading below the peer average of 13.81.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| AEO American Eagle Outfitters Inc | 6.43 | $1.9B |
| PVH Pvh Corp | 6.66 | $3.75B |
| ANF Abercrombie & Fitch Co | 6.68 | $3.64B |
| CRI Carters Inc | 7.08 | $1.31B |
| SHOO Steven Madden Ltd | 8.53 | $1.47B |
| GES Guess Inc | 8.55 | $509.56M |
| GAP Gap, Inc. | 8.71 | $7.32B |
| URBN Urban Outfitters Inc | 11.53 | $4.64B |
| ROST Ross Stores Inc | 21.75 | $45.5B |
| APP Applovin Corp | 50.96 | $81.08B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Guess's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for GES stock as of Apr 21, 2025, stands at 8.38.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Guess (GES)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for GES stock is 8.19.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Guess (GES)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for GES stock is 8.9.
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 86% lower than the 10-year historical average.
Why is Guess's PE ratio so low?
A company with a lower PE ratio may indicate that the market has lower growth expectations for the company's future earnings.
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 (Apr 21, 2025), Guess's share price is $9.64. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Feb 2025 is $1.15. Therefore, Guess's price to earnings ratio for today is 8.38. PE RATIO(8.38) = STOCK PRICE($9.64) / TTM EPS($1.15)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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