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APO P/E Ratio Analysis

38.8x

Higher than 92% of Financial Services sector peers

Updated 2556h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio compares a stock’s price to its earnings per share, so a P/E of 38.8x means investors are paying $38.80 for every $1 of Apollo Global Management’s annual earnings — a high entry cost relative to earnings.

Sector Performance

92th percentile

APO

38.8x

Sector Median

13.2x

Sector Avg

19.3x

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Deep Analysis

Among Financial Services sector peers, the median P/E is 14.4x, and Apollo’s ratio sits at the 86th percentile, indicating it is more expensive than 86% of its sector peers. The trend data is not available here — the year-over-year change is listed as N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is also N/A, so no recent movement can be assessed. The combination of a very high P/E level with no trend data implies that the stock carries a premium valuation risk, but without a trend direction, it is unclear whether that premium is expanding or contracting. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the elevated P/E suggests potential overvaluation, yet the absence of trend information prevents a clear bullish or bearish signal.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

APO's P/E Ratio of 38.8x compares to a Financial Services sector median of 13.2x, placing it in the 92th percentile.

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

The closest Financial Services peers by P/E Ratio include: PFG (13.2x), AFL (12.9x), HSBC (12.8x), AIG (13.7x), RJF (12.7x).

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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.