What is the p/e ratio calculator — price-to-earnings & fair value?
In short
The P/E ratio = stock price ÷ earnings per share. A P/E of 20x means you pay $20 for every $1 of earnings. The S&P 500's historical average P/E is 15–20x. Higher P/E stocks are priced for growth; lower P/E may signal value or distress.
Calculates P/E ratio, estimated fair value based on industry average P/E, and PEG ratio to assess whether growth justifies the multiple.
How to use this calculator
- 1Enter the current stock price.
- 2Enter EPS (trailing 12 months, from earnings reports).
- 3Enter the industry average P/E for context.
- 4Enter expected annual earnings growth rate for PEG calculation.
The formula
- P
- — Stock price
- E
- — Earnings per share (EPS)
- g
- — Expected growth rate (%)
Worked example
The scenario
Stock at $150, EPS $10, industry P/E 20x, growth 15%/yr.
The result
P/E = 15x. Fair value = $200 (10 × 20). PEG = 1.0. Stock appears Fairly Valued to slightly undervalued.
Common use cases
- Compare valuation across stocks in the same sector.
- Estimate fair value based on industry norms.
- Screen for undervalued growth stocks using PEG ratio.
- Monitor whether a stock's valuation has expanded or contracted.
Limitations & assumptions
- P/E uses trailing earnings — forward P/E may paint a different picture.
- Not meaningful for unprofitable companies (negative EPS).
- Industry averages vary widely — tech P/Es are structurally higher than utility P/Es.
- One metric only — use alongside revenue growth, margins, and debt levels.
Frequently asked questions
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