PRLB Proto Labs PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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The current P/E ratio for Proto Labs stock as of Nov 5, 2025 is 79.05. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.63 and the stock price of $49.8 per share. The PE ratio has increased by 21% from its last 4 quarters average of 65.2.
PRLB PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Proto Labs for the last ten years is 48.66. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 79.05 is 62% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, PRLB's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2020 quarter at 80.74, when the price was $153.4 and the EPS was $1.9. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2017 quarter, when it reached 30.6 with a price of $51.1 and an EPS of $1.67.
Proto Labs PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 88.42% in 2020
Maximum annual decrease: -47.44% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 59.23 | 0.34% | $39.09 | $0.66 |
| 2023 | 59.03 | N/A | $38.96 | $0.66 |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A | $25.53 | -$3.77 |
| 2021 | 42.44 | -47.44% | $51.35 | $1.21 |
| 2020 | 80.74 | 88.42% | $153.4 | $1.9 |
| 2019 | 42.85 | 7.91% | $101.55 | $2.37 |
| 2018 | 39.71 | -25.2% | $112.79 | $2.84 |
| 2017 | 53.09 | 67.48% | $103 | $1.94 |
| 2016 | 31.7 | -10.91% | $51.35 | $1.62 |
| 2015 | 35.58 | -14.18% | $63.69 | $1.79 |
| 2014 | 41.46 | -18.45% | $67.16 | $1.62 |
| 2013 | 50.84 | 32.85% | $71.18 | $1.4 |
| 2012 | 38.27 | N/A | $39.42 | $1.03 |
| 2011 | N/A | N/A | N/A | $0.75 |
| 2010 | N/A | N/A | N/A | $0.4 |
Proto Labs PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 79.41 | 22.96% | $50.03 | $0.63 |
| Jun 2025 | 64.58 | 12.43% | $40.04 | $0.62 |
| Mar 2025 | 57.44 | -3.02% | $35.04 | $0.61 |
| Dec 2024 | 59.23 | 91.56% | $39.09 | $0.66 |
| Sep 2024 | 30.92 | -2.92% | $29.37 | $0.95 |
| Jun 2024 | 31.85 | -30.5% | $30.89 | $0.97 |
| Mar 2024 | 45.83 | -22.36% | $35.75 | $0.78 |
| Dec 2023 | 59.03 | N/A | $38.96 | $0.66 |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | N/A | $26.4 | -$3.79 |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | N/A | $34.96 | -$3.96 |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | N/A | $33.15 | -$3.86 |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | N/A | $25.53 | -$3.77 |
| Sep 2022 | 42.86 | -21.16% | $36.43 | $0.85 |
| Jun 2022 | 54.36 | 29.49% | $47.84 | $0.88 |
| Mar 2022 | 41.98 | -1.08% | $52.9 | $1.26 |
PRLB Price vs fair value
PRLB average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of PRLB is above its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PE comparison
With a price to earnings (P/E) of 79.05, PRLB stands higher than the Industrials sector and the industry average. Looking at the Industrials sector average of 25.78, Proto Labs's price to earnings (P/E) is 207% higher.
PRLB PE vs peers
PRLB's PE ratio is above its peer stocks KAI and AIN.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| DDD 3D Systems Corp | 19.17 | $296.1M |
| AIN Albany International Corp | 26.96 | $1.61B |
| KAI Kadant Inc | 29.75 | $3.16B |
| PRLB Proto Labs Inc | 76.68 | $1.14B |
| JBTM JBT Marel Corp. | N/A | $7.28B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Proto Labs's PE ratio?
PRLB's price to earnings ratio is 79.05 as of Nov 5, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Proto Labs (PRLB)?
As an average over the last 3 years, PRLB stock has a PE ratio of 53.54.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Proto Labs (PRLB)?
As an average over the last 5 years, PRLB stock has a PE ratio of 55.6.
What is the highest PE ratio for PRLB?
Over the last ten years, the Dec 2020 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 80.74.
How does the current PE ratio for PRLB compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of PRLB is 62% higher than the 10-year historical average.
Why is Proto Labs's PE ratio so high?
PRLB's PE ratio is high because its earnings per share (EPS) is low relative to its stock price.
How is PRLB's PE ratio calculated (Proto Labs PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Nov 5, 2025), Proto Labs's share price is $49.8. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2025 is $0.63. Therefore, Proto Labs's price to earnings ratio for today is 79.05. PE RATIO(79.05) = STOCK PRICE($49.8) / TTM EPS($0.63)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.