P/E Ratio
Higher than 15% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers
Updated 647h ago
Sector Performance
15th percentileAEO
9.3x
Sector Median
23.8x
Sector Avg
36.2x
Deep Analysis
The P/E ratio compares a stock’s price to its earnings per share; at 9.3x, investors pay $9.30 for every $1 of earnings.
This is far below the consumer cyclical sector median of 22.6x, placing AEO in the 15th percentile among its peers, indicating a relatively cheap valuation. However, no trend data is available — the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both listed as N/A, and no historical values beyond the current figure are provided. Without a trend direction, the low P/E could reflect a temporary earnings spike or a structural discount, making it unclear whether the valuation is an opportunity or a value trap. This metric alone does not contradict the overall neutral verdict, as the low P/E suggests potential upside but the absence of trend data leaves uncertainty.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about AEO?
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 AEO's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?
AEO's P/E Ratio of 9.3x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 23.8x, placing it in the 15th percentile.
Who are AEO's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by P/E Ratio include: YETI (19.2x), COLM (18.5x), BALL (17.9x), LI (17.8x), RCL (16.8x).
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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9.3x
Sector Median
23.8x
Sector Avg
36.2x
How AEO's P/E Ratio compares to sector peers.
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