PRLB
Proto Labs
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- PEG Ratio
Proto Labs currently trades with a PEG ratio of 0.35, based on Nov 13, 2026 data. Dividing the 46.27 PE ratio by the 131.7% earnings growth rate produces this figure. Relative to the 0.86 average from the past 4 quarters, the PEG ratio has shrunk by 59%.
PRLB PEG ratio history
Historically, Proto Labs maintains a PEG ratio averaging 2.35 across the last ten years. At 0.35, today's PEG ratio sits 85% lower than its historical average. The ten years high came in the Sep 2017 quarter at 19.73, reflecting peak valuation relative to growth. The bottom was reached in the Sep 2024 quarter at 0.25, suggesting favorable value relative to growth during that period.
Proto Labs PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1.63 | 56.84 | 34.8% |
| 2024 | N/A | 59.23 | 0% |
| 2023 | 0.5 | 59.03 | 117.5% |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A | -411.6% |
| 2021 | N/A | 42.44 | -36.3% |
| 2020 | N/A | 80.74 | -19.8% |
| 2019 | N/A | 42.85 | -16.5% |
| 2018 | 0.86 | 39.71 | 46.4% |
| 2017 | 2.68 | 53.09 | 19.8% |
| 2016 | N/A | 31.7 | -9.5% |
| 2015 | 3.39 | 35.58 | 10.5% |
| 2014 | 2.64 | 41.46 | 15.7% |
| 2013 | 1.42 | 50.84 | 35.9% |
| 2012 | 1.03 | 38.27 | 37.3% |
| 2011 | N/A | N/A | 87.5% |
Proto Labs PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | 0.49 | 64.97 | 131.7% |
| Jun 2026 | 0.61 | 64.18 | 104.8% |
| Mar 2026 | 0.69 | 52.8 | 77% |
| Dec 2025 | 1.63 | 56.84 | 34.8% |
| Sep 2025 | N/A | 79.41 | -33.7% |
| Jun 2025 | N/A | 64.58 | -36.1% |
| Mar 2025 | N/A | 57.44 | -21.8% |
| Dec 2024 | N/A | 59.23 | 0% |
| Sep 2024 | 0.25 | 30.92 | 125.1% |
| Jun 2024 | 0.26 | 31.85 | 124.5% |
| Mar 2024 | 0.38 | 45.83 | 120.2% |
| Dec 2023 | 0.5 | 59.03 | 117.5% |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | N/A | -545.9% |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | N/A | -550% |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | N/A | -406.3% |
PRLB average PEG ratio chart
PRLB's PEG ratio today comes in under the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
With a PEG of 0.35, PRLB ranks lower than the Industrials sector and the industry average. In comparison with the Industrials sector average of 0.82, Proto Labs's PEG is 57% lower.
PRLB EPS growth
PRLB Price vs fair value
PRLB PEG vs peers
Among its peers, PRLB has a PEG ratio below stock KAI, while higher than JBTM's and AIN's.
Frequently asked questions
What is Proto Labs's PEG ratio?
PRLB has a PEG ratio of 0.35, per Nov 13, 2026 data.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for Proto Labs (PRLB)?
PRLB shows a 3-year average PEG ratio of 0.6.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Proto Labs (PRLB)?
PRLB shows a 5-year average PEG ratio of 0.6.
What is the highest PEG ratio for PRLB?
The Sep 2017 quarter marked the ten years high at 19.73 for PRLB's PEG ratio.
How does the current PEG ratio for PRLB compare to its historical average?
Compared to the 10-year average, PRLB's PEG ratio sits 85% lower.
Why is Proto Labs's PEG ratio so low?
The 0.35 PEG ratio for PRLB reflects robust earnings growth outpacing the current valuation.
How is PRLB's PEG ratio calculated (Proto Labs PEG ratio formula)?
The PEG ratio derives from taking PE and dividing by the rate at which earnings are growing (YoY TTM). As of Nov 13, 2026, Proto Labs carries a PE ratio of 46.27. Earnings grew at 131.7% over the TTM period ending Sep 2026. Applying the formula, this yields a PEG ratio of 0.35. PEG RATIO(0.35) = PE RATIO(46.27) / EPS GROWTH(131.7%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.