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Zain Bahrain BSCBAH:ZAINBH 66 Forward PE Ratio is 1.90 as of Aug. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates BAH:ZAINBH with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of BHD0.12 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 211 Telecommunication Services companies, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks better than 98.1% on this metric.
Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) Forward PE Ratio Explanation
The Forward PE Ratio of a company is often used to compare current earnings to estimated future earnings, as well as gaining a clearer picture of what earnings will look like without charges and other accounting adjustments. If earnings are expected to grow in the future, the Forward PE Ratio will be lower than the current PE Ratio. This measure is also used to compare one company to another with a forward-looking focus.
Trailing PE Ratio relies on what is already done. It uses the current share price and divides by the total EPS (Basic) over the past 12 months. PE Ratio can be affected by Non Operating Income such as the sale of part of businesses. This may increase for the current year or quarter dramatically. But it cannot be repeated over and over. Therefore PE Ratio without NRI is a more accurate indication of valuation than PE Ratio .
Zain Bahrain BSC Forward PE Ratio Related Terms
Zain Bahrain BSC Forward PE Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Zain Bahrain BSC's Forward PE Ratio 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.
Zain Bahrain BSC Forward PE Ratio Chart
Zain Bahrain BSC Annual Data
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Zain Bahrain BSC Quarterly Data
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BAH:ZAINBH vs VZ, TMUS, T: Forward PE Ratio Comparison
For the Telecom Services subindustry, Zain Bahrain BSC's Forward PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Forward 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.
Zain Bahrain BSC Forward PE Ratio vs Telecommunication Services Industry
For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Zain Bahrain BSC's Forward PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Zain Bahrain BSC's Forward PE Ratio falls into.
It's a measure of the price-to-earnings ratio (PE Ratio) using forecasted earnings for the calculation. While the earnings used are just an estimate and are not as reliable as current earnings data, there is still benefit in estimated P/E analysis. The forecasted earnings used in the formula can either be for the next 12 months or for the next full-year fiscal period.
Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) has a Forward PE Ratio of 1.90 as of Aug. 21, 2026. Forward P/E ratio is the share price dividend by the expected per-share earnings in the next 12 months. View historical data on Zain Bahrain BSC and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks #4 out of 211 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 1.9%.
Is Zain Bahrain BSC's Forward PE Ratio too high?
Zain Bahrain BSC's current Forward PE Ratio is 1.90. The Telecommunication Services industry median Forward PE Ratio is 14.97. Zain Bahrain BSC's value of 1.90 is 87.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks #4 out of 211 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Zain Bahrain BSC has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zain Bahrain BSC's Forward PE Ratio compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks #4 out of 211 companies for Forward PE Ratio. This places Zain Bahrain BSC in the top 2% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Forward PE Ratio is 14.97. Zain Bahrain BSC's value of 1.90 is 87.3% below this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Forward PE Ratio for a Telecommunication Services company?
The median Forward PE Ratio among Telecommunication Services companies is 14.97, based on 211 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Forward PE Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Forward PE Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Zain Bahrain BSC's current Forward PE Ratio of 1.90 is 87.3% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Forward PE Ratio mean?
A high Forward PE Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Forward P/E ratio is the share price dividend by the expected per-share earnings in the next 12 months. View historical data on Zain Bahrain BSC and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median Forward PE Ratio is 14.97 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Zain Bahrain BSC's current Forward PE Ratio is 1.90. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zain Bahrain BSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is BHD0.12, compared to a current price of BHD0.12 — trading 3.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Forward PE Ratio is 1.90 and 87.3% below the Telecommunication Services industry median of 14.97. Zain Bahrain BSC's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Forward PE Ratio calculated?
Forward PE Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH), the current Forward PE Ratio is 1.90 as of Aug. 21, 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 Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zain Bahrain BSC stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of BHD0.12 is trading 3.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of BHD0.12.
GuruFocus considers Zain Bahrain BSC to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for BAH:ZAINBH:
Forward PE Ratio: 1.90
GF Value™: BHD0.12 vs. price of BHD0.12 (3.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 87.3% below the Telecommunication Services median (#4 of 211)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BAH:ZAINBH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Zain Bahrain BSC provides telecommunication and related products and services mainly in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Its business involves three main activities: mobile operation, fixed broadband operation, and trading of handsets and accessories. The company offers: 4G LTE and 5G services through its mobile network, broadband services, ICT and digital lifestyle communications services, and trades in mobile phones, earphones, and other electronic accessories through its e-commerce website. The majority of its revenue is generated from the provision of airtime, data, subscription, and other related services. Geographically, the company operates in Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, and South Sudan.
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