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AMZN P/E Ratio Analysis

29.0x

Higher than 61% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 1977h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio measures the current stock price divided by the company’s earnings per share; at 29.0x, investors are paying $29 for every $1 of Amazon’s earnings.

Sector Performance

61th percentile

AMZN

29.0x

Sector Median

27.0x

Sector Avg

36.8x

Prior Period

29.4x(Jun 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio measures the current stock price divided by the company’s earnings per share; at 29.0x, investors are paying $29 for every $1 of Amazon’s earnings.

That is above the sector median of 22.6x, placing Amazon in the 64th percentile among Consumer Cyclical peers, meaning it is more expensive than most. Trend data is not available—the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both listed as N/A—so no direction can be inferred from recent movements. The combination of an above-median P/E with no trend history suggests a premium valuation that requires growth expectations to justify, creating risk if earnings disappoint. This metric supports the overall BULLISH verdict because a higher P/E often reflects the market’s anticipation of above-average future earnings, aligning with a positive outlook on the stock.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about AMZN?

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 AMZN's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?

AMZN's P/E Ratio of 29.0x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 27.0x, placing it in the 61th percentile.

Who are AMZN's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by P/E Ratio include: BWA (27.0x), BKNG (27.6x), AMCR (29.1x), KMX (30.5x), ABNB (31.1x).

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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.