Is Escalade, Inc. overvalued or undervalued?

As of 16 June 2025, the valuation grade for Escalade, Inc. has moved from very expensive to attractive, indicating a significant shift in its perceived value. The company is currently considered undervalued. Key ratios include a P/E ratio of 15, an EV to EBITDA of 10.15, and a Price to Book Value of 1.23, which suggest that the stock is trading at a reasonable valuation compared to its earnings and assets.
In comparison to its peers, Escalade, Inc. has a P/E ratio of 15, while Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. has a much higher P/E of 27.74, and Marine Products Corp. is valued attractively with a P/E of 21.79. This positions Escalade favorably against its peers, especially considering its lower EV to EBITDA ratio compared to Sturm, Ruger & Co. (13.96) and Malibu Boats, Inc. (16.28). Additionally, the recent stock performance shows that Escalade has outperformed the S&P 500 over the past week, reinforcing its attractive valuation amidst broader market trends.