Cimpress plc (CMPR) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 165.9x vs 5Y avg 85.7x · 95th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2006–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of July 8, 2026, Cimpress plc (CMPR) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 165.9x, with a stock price of $96.24 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.81.
The current P/E is 94% above its 5-year average of 85.7x. Over the past five years, CMPR's P/E has ranged from a low of 7.7x to a high of 933.8x, placing the current valuation at the 95th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 14.0x, CMPR trades at a 1085% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 104 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 165.9x.
Relative to the broader market, CMPR commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.9x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our CMPR DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
CMPR Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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CMPR P/E vs Peers
Performance and commerce marketing peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $320M | 7.0Lowest | - | +24% | |
| $433M | 15.3 | - | +150%Best | |
| $158B | 129.7 | 4.42 | -39% | |
| $7B | 55.8 | - | -41% | |
| $21B | 27.1 | 2.24 | -4% | |
| $6B | 14.2 | 1.00 | +141% | |
| $95B | 17.1 | 0.51Best | -3% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
CMPR Historical P/E Data (2006–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q3 | - | $73.00 | $1.78 | 41.0x | -35% |
| FY2026 Q2 | Dec 31 2025 | $66.59 | $0.90 | 74.0x | +18% |
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $63.04 | $1.31 | 48.1x | -24% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Jun 30 2025 | $47.00 | $0.51 | 92.2x | +46% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Mar 31 2025 | $45.23 | $5.86 | 7.7x | -88% |
| FY2025 Q2 | - | $71.72 | $6.04 | 11.9x | -81% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sep 30 2024 | $81.92 | $5.82 | 14.1x | -78% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Jun 30 2024 | $87.61 | $6.49 | 13.5x | -79% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mar 31 2024 | $88.51 | $3.25 | 27.2x | -57% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Dec 31 2023 | $80.05 | $1.52 | 52.7x | -16% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Sep 30 2020 | $75.16 | $1.51 | 49.8x | -21% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $76.34 | $2.58 | 29.6x | -53% |
| FY2020 Q3 | - | $53.20 | $5.30 | 10.0x | -84% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $125.77 | $8.77 | 14.3x | -77% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Sep 30 2019 | $131.84 | $4.13 | 31.9x | -49% |
| FY2019 Q4 | Jun 30 2019 | $90.89 | $3.00 | 30.3x | -52% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Mar 31 2019 | $80.13 | $1.67 | 48.0x | -24% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Dec 31 2018 | $103.42 | $1.39 | 74.6x | +19% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Sep 30 2018 | $136.61 | $0.15 | 933.8x | +1384% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Jun 30 2018 | $144.96 | $1.34 | 108.5x | +72% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Mar 31 2018 | $154.70 | $0.47 | 331.8x | +427% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Sep 30 2016 | $101.18 | $0.36 | 281.1x | +347% |
| FY2016 Q4 | - | $92.48 | $1.60 | 57.8x | -8% |
| FY2016 Q3 | - | $90.69 | $0.98 | 92.5x | +47% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $81.14 | $2.27 | 35.7x | -43% |
| FY2016 Q1 | Sep 30 2015 | $76.11 | $2.35 | 32.4x | -49% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $84.16 | $2.74 | 30.7x | -51% |
| FY2015 Q3 | - | $84.38 | $2.88 | 29.3x | -53% |
| FY2015 Q2 | Dec 31 2014 | $74.84 | $2.67 | 28.0x | -55% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $54.79 | $1.96 | 27.9x | -56% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Jun 30 2014 | $40.46 | $1.26 | 32.1x | -49% |
| FY2014 Q3 | Mar 31 2014 | $49.22 | $1.30 | 37.9x | -40% |
| FY2014 Q2 | - | $56.85 | $1.43 | 39.8x | -37% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Sep 30 2013 | $56.60 | $0.91 | 62.4x | -1% |
| FY2013 Q4 | Jun 30 2013 | $49.37 | $0.85 | 58.3x | -7% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Mar 31 2013 | $38.66 | $0.88 | 44.0x | -30% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Dec 31 2012 | $32.86 | $0.72 | 45.7x | -27% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Sep 30 2012 | $34.15 | $0.88 | 38.8x | -38% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Jun 30 2012 | $32.30 | $1.12 | 28.8x | -54% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Mar 31 2012 | $38.65 | $1.34 | 28.8x | -54% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Dec 31 2011 | $30.60 | $1.84 | 16.6x | -74% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Sep 30 2011 | $27.03 | $1.77 | 15.3x | -76% |
| FY2011 Q4 | - | $47.85 | $1.82 | 26.3x | -58% |
| FY2011 Q3 | - | $51.90 | $1.77 | 29.3x | -53% |
| FY2011 Q2 | Dec 31 2010 | $46.00 | $1.61 | 28.6x | -55% |
| FY2011 Q1 | - | $38.65 | $1.45 | 26.7x | -58% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Jun 30 2010 | $47.49 | $1.50 | 31.7x | -50% |
| FY2010 Q3 | Mar 31 2010 | $57.37 | $1.58 | 36.3x | -42% |
| FY2010 Q2 | - | $56.66 | $1.56 | 36.3x | -42% |
| FY2010 Q1 | Sep 30 2009 | $50.75 | $1.39 | 36.5x | -42% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $42.65 | $1.28 | 33.3x | -47% |
| FY2009 Q3 | - | $27.49 | $1.16 | 23.7x | -62% |
| FY2009 Q2 | Dec 31 2008 | $18.61 | $1.08 | 17.2x | -73% |
| FY2009 Q1 | - | $32.84 | $0.90 | 36.5x | -42% |
| FY2008 Q4 | Jun 30 2008 | $26.76 | $0.87 | 30.8x | -51% |
| FY2008 Q3 | Mar 31 2008 | $34.95 | $0.77 | 45.4x | -28% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Dec 31 2007 | $42.85 | $0.68 | 63.0x | +0% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Sep 30 2007 | $37.37 | $0.62 | 60.3x | -4% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Jun 30 2007 | $38.25 | $0.61 | 62.7x | -0% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Mar 31 2007 | $38.30 | $0.62 | 61.8x | -2% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Dec 31 2006 | $33.11 | $0.58 | 57.1x | -9% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Sep 30 2006 | $25.94 | $0.53 | 48.9x | -22% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Jun 30 2006 | $26.74 | $0.43 | 62.2x | -1% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 62.9x
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CMPR — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CMPR stock.
What is CMPR's P/E ratio?
Cimpress plc (CMPR) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 165.9x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $1.81. The 5-year average P/E is 85.7x and the historical range spans 7.7x to 933.8x.
Is CMPR stock overvalued or undervalued?
CMPR trades at 165.9x P/E, above its 5-year average of 85.7x. The 95th percentile ranking within the 7.7x–933.8x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is CMPR stock expensive?
Yes, CMPR is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 165.9x is above the 5-year average of 85.7x and also above the Communication Services sector median of 14.0x. The stock sits at the 95th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is CMPR's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, CMPR's P/E ratio has ranged from 7.7x to 933.8x, with a median of 41.0x and an average of 85.7x. The current P/E of 165.9x places the stock at the 95th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2006–2026.
How does CMPR's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
CMPR trades at 165.9x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.9x. The 541% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does CMPR's valuation compare to Communication Services peers?
Cimpress plc P/E of 165.9x compares to the Communication Services sector median of 14.0x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is CMPR's PEG ratio?
CMPR PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 165.9x and EPS growth of -91.0%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is CMPR's earnings yield?
CMPR earnings yield is 0.60%, the inverse of its 165.9x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.