P/E Ratio
Higher than 52% of Technology sector peers
Updated 672h ago
Sector Performance
52th percentileAAPL
37.1x
Sector Median
36.9x
Sector Avg
122.3x
Deep Analysis
Apple’s current P/E ratio of 35.1x means investors are paying $35.10 for every $1 of the company’s earnings over the past year — a standard valuation measure.
This is slightly below the sector median of 37.6x, placing Apple in the 45th percentile among technology peers, so it is valued a bit cheaper than half the sector. The metric has been stable over the last eight quarters, with the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes both at +7.8%, reflecting a gradual upward shift after a long flat period. The combination of a below-median level and a stable, mild uptrend suggests limited valuation risk but also no sudden expansion that would signal overheating. This supports the overall BULLISH verdict because the P/E is not stretched relative to the sector, and the steady trend leaves room for earnings growth to justify further price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about AAPL?
Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.
How is the P/E Ratio calculated?
P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.
How does AAPL's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?
AAPL's P/E Ratio of 37.1x compares to a Technology sector median of 36.9x, placing it in the 52th percentile.
Who are AAPL's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest Technology peers by P/E Ratio include: SAP (25.1x), ZI (24.9x), MSFT (24.7x), QRVO (21.8x), LIF (20.9x).
The Formula
Price / EPS
Why It Matters
Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.
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37.1x
Sector Median
36.9x
Sector Avg
122.3x
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