Lamar Advertising Co (LAMR) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Lamar Advertising Co is an outdoor advertising company that operates as a real estate investment trust. It is engaged in the outdoor advertising business, operating outdoor advertising displays and...
Lamar Advertising Co (LAMR) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 27.41 (historical range: 16.90–36.39, median: 27.04), placing it at the 52th percentile — near its historical average, P/S ratio of 6.55 (range: 3.83–7.34, 86th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 24.82 (range: 18.32–30.50, 50th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Lamar Advertising Co's P/E ratio has expanded by 20% over the observed period (from an average of 24.4 to 29.2).
Lamar Advertising Co trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 27.41 | 27.04 | 52th | near its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 6.55 | 5.70 | 86th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 24.82 | 24.83 | 50th | near its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 4.71% | 5.54% | 7th | expensive relative to its history |
Lamar Advertising Co (LAMR) Valuation & P/E History
Lamar Advertising Co (LAMR) is a US-listed stock operating in the Real Estate sector, specifically the Real Estate Investment Trusts industry currently trading at $150.10 with a market capitalization of $15.2 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for LAMR based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 27.41 is above the historical median of 27.04, placing LAMR at the 52th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 6.55 compares to a median of 5.70.
LAMR Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Lamar Advertising Co's current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether LAMR is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests LAMR is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Lamar Advertising Co.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is LAMR Overvalued or Undervalued?
Lamar Advertising Co trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 63 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive LAMR is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full LAMR analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.LAMR trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.