Proto Labs (STU:PRZ) E10: €1.13 (As of Mar. 2026)


STU:PRZ Proto Labs Inc STU:PRZ
71 GF Score
Price €64.80
GF Value €38.20
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Proto Labs E10?

Proto Labs STU:PRZ -1.14% 71 E10 is €1.13 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:PRZ with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of €38.20 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

E10 is a concept invented by Prof. Robert Shiller, who uses E10 for his Shiller P/E calculation. E10 is the average of the inflation adjusted earnings of a company over the past 10 years.

Proto Labs's adjusted earnings per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.285. Add all the adjusted EPS for the past 10 years together and divide 10 will get our e10, which is €1.13 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

During the past 12 months, Proto Labs's average E10 Growth Rate was -6.40% per year. During the past 3 years, the average E10 Growth Rate was -6.00% per year. During the past 5 years, the average E10 Growth Rate was -7.00% per year. Please click Growth Rate Calculation Example (GuruFocus) to see how GuruFocus calculates Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT)'s revenue growth rate. You can apply the same method to get the E10 growth rate using E10 data.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average E10 Growth Rate of Proto Labs was -0.60% per year. The lowest was -10.10% per year. And the median was -5.55% per year.

As of today (2026-07-12), Proto Labs's current stock price is €64.80. Proto Labs's E10 for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €1.13. Proto Labs's Shiller PE Ratio of today is 57.35.

During the past 13 years, the highest Shiller PE Ratio of Proto Labs was 120.31. The lowest was 11.54. And the median was 28.12.


Proto Labs  (STU:PRZ) E10 Explanation

If a company grows much fast than inflation, E10 may underestimate the company's earnings power. Shiller PE Ratio can seem to be too high even the actual P/E is low.

For the Shiller P/E, the earnings of the past 10 years are inflation-adjusted and averaged. The result is used for P/E calculation. Since it looks at the average over the last 10 years, the Shiller P/E is also called PE10.

The Shiller P/E was first used by professor Robert Shiller to measure the valuation of the overall market. The same calculation is applied here to individual companies.

Proto Labs's Shiller P/E Ratio of today is calculated as

Shiller PE Ratio=Share Price/E10
=64.80/1.13
=57.35

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

During the past 13 years, the highest Shiller P/E Ratio of Proto Labs was 120.31. The lowest was 11.54. And the median was 28.12.


Be Aware

Shiller PE Ratio works better for cyclical companies. It gives you a better idea on the company's real earnings power.


Proto Labs E10 Related Terms


Proto Labs E10 Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Proto Labs's E10 can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Proto Labs E10 Chart

Proto Labs Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
E10
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.78 1.46 1.43 1.38 1.15

Proto Labs Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
E10 Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.31 1.17 1.14 1.15 1.13

STU:PRZ vs RYZ, WOR, MEC: E10 Comparison

For the Metal Fabrication subindustry, Proto Labs's Shiller PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Shiller PE Ratio data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Proto Labs Shiller PE Ratio vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Proto Labs's Shiller PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Proto Labs's Shiller PE Ratio falls into.


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Proto Labs E10 Calculation

E10 is a concept invented by Prof. Robert Shiller, who uses E10 for his Shiller P/E calculation. When we calculate the today's Shiller P/E ratio of a stock, we use today's price divided by E10.

What is E10? How do we calculate E10?

E10 is the average of the inflation adjusted earnings of a company over the past 10 years. Let's use an example to explain.

If we want to calculate the E10 of Wal-Mart (WMT) for Dec. 31, 2010, we need to have the inflation data and the earnings from 2001 through 2010.

We adjusted the earnings of 2001 earnings data with the total inflation from 2001 through 2010 to the equivalent earnings in 2010. If the total inflation from 2001 to 2010 is 40%, and Wal-Mart earned $1 a share in 2001, then the 2001's equivalent earnings in 2010 is $1.4 a share. If Wal-Mart earns $1 again in 2002, and the total inflation from 2002 through 2010 is 35%, then the equivalent 2002 earnings in 2010 is $1.35. So on and so forth, you get the equivalent earnings of past 10 years. Then you add them together and divided the sum by 10 to get E10.

Please note that we use the CPI data of the country/region where the company is headquartered. If the CPI data for that country/region is not available, then we will use the CPI data of the United States as default.

For example, Proto Labs's adjusted earnings per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was:

Adj_EPS= Earnings per Share (Diluted) /CPI of Mar. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Mar. 2026)
=0.285/330.2130*330.2130
=0.285

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 330.2130.

Proto Labs Quarterly Data

per share eps CPI Adj_EPS
201606 0.356 241.018 0.488
201609 0.401 241.428 0.548
201612 0.332 241.432 0.454
201703 0.430 243.801 0.582
201706 0.401 244.955 0.541
201709 0.411 246.819 0.550
201712 0.448 246.524 0.600
201803 0.535 249.554 0.708
201806 0.574 251.989 0.752
201809 0.660 252.439 0.863
201812 0.624 251.233 0.820
201903 0.504 254.202 0.655
201906 0.531 256.143 0.685
201909 0.563 256.759 0.724
201912 0.504 256.974 0.648
202003 0.471 258.115 0.603
202006 0.417 257.797 0.534
202009 0.467 260.280 0.592
202012 0.296 260.474 0.375
202103 0.109 264.877 0.136
202106 0.390 271.696 0.474
202109 0.145 274.310 0.175
202112 0.381 278.802 0.451
202203 0.173 287.504 0.199
202206 0.085 296.311 0.095
202209 0.141 296.808 0.157
202212 -4.003 296.797 -4.454
202303 0.093 301.836 0.102
202306 -0.009 305.109 -0.010
202309 0.290 307.789 0.311
202312 0.248 306.746 0.267
202403 0.184 312.332 0.195
202406 0.167 314.175 0.176
202409 0.261 315.301 0.273
202412 -0.019 315.605 -0.020
202503 0.139 319.799 0.144
202506 0.156 322.561 0.160
202509 0.256 324.800 0.260
202512 0.213 324.054 0.217
202603 0.285 330.213 0.285

Add all the adjusted EPS together and divide 10 will get our e10.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about E10 →
What does a E10 of €1.13 mean?
Proto Labs (STU:PRZ) has a E10 of €1.13 as of Mar. 2026. E10 represents the company's inflation-adjusted earnings per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Proto Labs and its competitors.
Is Proto Labs' E10 too high?
Proto Labs' current E10 is €1.13. Overall, Proto Labs has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Proto Labs' E10 compare to RYZ and WOR?
Proto Labs' E10 of €1.13 can be compared against companies in the Industrial Products industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good E10 for an Industrial Products company?
A good E10 depends on the Industrial Products industry context. However, E10 should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high E10 mean?
A high E10 can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. E10 represents the company's inflation-adjusted earnings per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Proto Labs and its competitors. Proto Labs's current E10 is €1.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Proto Labs stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Proto Labs (STU:PRZ) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €38.20, compared to a current price of €64.80 — trading 69.6% above its estimated fair value. The current E10 is €1.13. Proto Labs' overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is E10 calculated?
E10 is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Proto Labs (STU:PRZ), the current E10 is €1.13 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Proto Labs (STU:PRZ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Proto Labs stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €64.80 is trading 69.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €38.20. GuruFocus considers Proto Labs to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:PRZ:

  • E10: €1.13
  • GF Value™: €38.20 vs. price of €64.80 (69.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:PRZ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Proto Labs Business Description

Other Exchanges PRLB:USA0KRR:UKPRLB:Austria
Address 5540 Pioneer Creek Drive, Maple Plain, MN, USA, 55359
Proto Labs Inc is an on-demand manufacturer of custom parts for prototyping and short-run production. The company offers developers and engineers quick-turn production services to reduce the time to market. The Lab uses injection molding, computer numerical control machining, and 3-D printing, and sheet metal to manufacture custom parts for its clients. The company services clients' needs for prototype solutions, parts for testing procedures, bridge production capabilities during disruptions in manufacturing processes, limited-quantity requests, and end-of-life production support. Geographically, a majority of the company's revenue is derived from the United States and the rest from Europe.
71GF Score

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