eBay's Forward P/E 14.65, PEG 1.63 and P/B 8.29 Earn C Value Grade
eBay trades at a forward P/E of 14.65, a PEG of 1.63 and a P/B of 8.29, earning a Value grade of C and a Zacks Rank of #3. TripAdvisor’s forward P/E of 7.21, PEG of 0.62 and P/B of 2.11 secure an A grade, marking it the superior value option.
1. Valuation Metrics and Rankings
eBay holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) and posts a forward P/E of 14.65, a PEG ratio of 1.63 and a P/B ratio of 8.29. By contrast, TripAdvisor sits at Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) with a forward P/E of 7.21, PEG of 0.62 and P/B of 2.11.
2. Value Grade Methodology
The Value grade combines key metrics—P/E, P/S, earnings yield, cash flow per share and other fundamentals—to assess undervaluation. eBay’s C grade reflects its higher multiples versus TripAdvisor’s A grade, which signals stronger value characteristics.
3. Investor Takeaway
Given its more attractive multiples and higher Value grade, TripAdvisor is currently the preferred pick for value investors. eBay’s comparatively richer valuation metrics suggest it may offer less upside potential from a value perspective.