TransUnion (TRU) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 34.0x vs 5Y avg 41.8x · 25th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 2015–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of July 8, 2026, TransUnion (TRU) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 34.0x, with a stock price of $78.78 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $3.62.
The current P/E is 19% below its 5-year average of 41.8x. Over the past five years, TRU's P/E has ranged from a low of 9.3x to a high of 91.0x, placing the current valuation at the 25th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.6x, TRU trades at a 33% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 399 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 191.5x.
The PEG ratio of 6.38 (P/E divided by 60% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be expensive relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, TRU 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 TRU 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.
TRU Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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TRU P/E vs Peers
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| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $21B | 32.8 | 7.07 | +10% | |
| $30B | 49.0 | 1.79 | +30%Best | |
| $25B | 29.6 | 3.47 | -3% | |
| $89B | 36.6 | 4.69 | +21% | |
| $131B | 30.2 | 3.48 | +19% | |
| $44B | 39.1 | 2.31 | +11% | |
| $425B | 15.7 | 1.02 | +19% | |
| $909B | 16.9 | 0.96 | +2% | |
| $26B | 8.3Lowest | 0.25Best | +9% | |
| $125B | 50.3 | - | -65% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
TRU Historical P/E Data (2015–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $69.19 | $3.61 | 19.2x | -76% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $85.75 | $2.32 | 37.0x | -53% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $83.78 | $2.14 | 39.1x | -50% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $88.00 | $2.00 | 44.0x | -44% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $82.99 | $1.88 | 44.1x | -44% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $92.71 | $1.46 | 63.5x | -19% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $104.70 | $1.15 | 91.0x | +16% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $78.33 | $1.20 | 65.3x | -17% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $62.14 | $1.41 | 44.1x | -44% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $56.75 | $1.39 | 40.8x | -48% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $59.49 | $6.42 | 9.3x | -88% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $79.99 | $6.60 | 12.1x | -85% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $103.34 | $6.77 | 15.3x | -81% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $118.58 | $7.18 | 16.5x | -79% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $112.31 | $2.44 | 46.0x | -42% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $109.81 | $2.38 | 46.1x | -41% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $90.00 | $2.08 | 43.3x | -45% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $99.22 | $1.79 | 55.4x | -30% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $84.13 | $1.69 | 49.8x | -37% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $87.04 | $1.64 | 53.1x | -33% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $66.18 | $1.81 | 36.6x | -54% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $85.61 | $1.81 | 47.3x | -40% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $81.11 | $1.91 | 42.5x | -46% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $73.51 | $1.67 | 44.0x | -44% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $66.84 | $1.43 | 46.7x | -41% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $56.80 | $1.44 | 39.4x | -50% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $73.58 | $2.20 | 33.4x | -58% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $71.64 | $2.32 | 30.9x | -61% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $56.78 | $2.37 | 24.0x | -70% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $54.96 | $2.32 | 23.7x | -70% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $47.26 | $1.30 | 36.4x | -54% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $43.31 | $1.16 | 37.3x | -53% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $38.35 | $0.91 | 42.1x | -47% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $30.93 | $0.65 | 47.6x | -40% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $34.50 | $0.48 | 71.9x | -9% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $33.44 | $0.24 | 139.3x | +77% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $27.61 | $0.13 | 212.4x | +170% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $27.57 | $0.02 | 1203.9x | +1428% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 78.8x
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TRU — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying TRU stock.
What is TRU's P/E ratio?
TransUnion (TRU) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 34.0x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $3.62. The 5-year average P/E is 41.8x and the historical range spans 9.3x to 91.0x.
Is TRU stock overvalued or undervalued?
TRU trades at 34.0x P/E, near its 5-year average of 41.8x. The 25th percentile ranking within the 9.3x–91.0x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is TRU stock expensive?
TRU is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 34.0x is near the 5-year average of 41.8x (25th percentile of historical range).
What is TRU's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, TRU's P/E ratio has ranged from 9.3x to 91.0x, with a median of 44.1x and an average of 41.8x. The current P/E of 34.0x places the stock at the 25th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2015–2026.
How does TRU's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
TRU trades at 34.0x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.9x. The 31% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does TRU's valuation compare to Industrials peers?
TransUnion P/E of 34.0x compares to the Industrials sector median of 25.6x. 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 TRU's PEG ratio?
TRU PEG ratio is 6.38, based on a P/E of 34.0x and EPS growth of 60.0%. A PEG above 2.0 indicates a premium valuation relative to earnings growth — typically considered expensive.
What is TRU's earnings yield?
TRU earnings yield is 2.94%, the inverse of its 34.0x 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.