PE Ratio: 22.96

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 22.96 is 32% above its 5-year average of 17.38, near the high end of its 5-year range (11.75–26.66).

As of 2026-10-06T12:50:39.080Z. 18.11% above its 12-month average of 19.44.

PE Ratio (22.96) = Close Price ($31.23) / Diluted TTM EPS ($1.36)

BBSI PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 23.0, P/E is above its 20-year median — higher than 75% of readings in its 20-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for Barrett Business Services, Inc. (BBSI)?

The P/E ratio for BBSI stock is 22.96.

Is Barrett Business Services, Inc.'s P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 22.96 is 32% above its 5-year average of 17.38, near the high end of its 5-year range (11.75–26.66).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Barrett Business Services, Inc. (BBSI)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for BBSI stock is 19.44.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Barrett Business Services, Inc. (BBSI)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for BBSI stock is 19.48.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Barrett Business Services, Inc. (BBSI)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for BBSI stock is 17.38.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Barrett Business Services, Inc. (BBSI)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for BBSI stock is 17.28.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Barrett Business Services, Inc. (BBSI)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for BBSI stock is 18.37.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for Barrett Business Services, Inc. (BBSI)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for BBSI stock is 17.83.

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