P/E Ratio
Higher than 100% of Basic Materials sector peers
Updated 1549h ago
Sector Performance
100th percentileAG
40.3x
Sector Median
17.1x
Sector Avg
20.2x
Deep Analysis
First Majestic Silver Corp. trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 40.3x, meaning investors pay $40.30 for every $1 of the company's trailing earnings — a high valuation by conventional standards.
This ratio places it in the 100th percentile among sector peers, far above the Basic Materials sector median of 20.0x. The year-over-year change is not available (N/A), and the quarter-over-quarter change is also not available, so there is no trend data to assess momentum. Without any historical movement, the current extreme level alone signals elevated valuation risk, but no opportunity or deterioration can be inferred from the absent trend. This metric contradicts a bullish view by showing an expensive stock relative to earnings, yet the lack of trend prevents a clear bearish signal either. Therefore, the high P/E ratio supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — it flags caution but insufficient directional evidence to shift the rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about AG?
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 AG's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?
AG's P/E Ratio of 40.3x compares to a Basic Materials sector median of 17.1x, placing it in the 100th percentile.
Who are AG's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest Basic Materials peers by P/E Ratio include: AEM (18.4x), CDE (15.8x), PPG (15.7x), SILV (19.6x), KGC (13.3x).
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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40.3x
Sector Median
17.1x
Sector Avg
20.2x
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