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AVB P/E Ratio Analysis

21.0x

Higher than 17% of Real Estate sector peers

Updated 3033h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

AvalonBay Communities currently trades at a P/E ratio of 21.0x, meaning investors pay $21 for every $1 of the company’s annual earnings.

Sector Performance

17th percentile

AVB

21.0x

Sector Median

25.6x

Sector Avg

25.5x

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Deep Analysis

AvalonBay Communities currently trades at a P/E ratio of 21.0x, meaning investors pay $21 for every $1 of the company’s annual earnings.

This is well below the Real Estate sector median of 28.9x, placing AVB at the 0th percentile among its peers—the lowest P/E in the group. The metric has been completely stable over the last eight quarters, with a year-over-year change of +0.0% and a quarter-over-quarter change of +0.0%. A low and flat P/E can indicate that the stock is priced for limited earnings growth and carries less risk of a valuation contraction, but it also suggests no upward earnings revisions have driven multiple expansion. This combination of a low absolute P/E with a stagnant trend supports a NEUTRAL verdict: the stock is not overvalued relative to peers, yet the lack of momentum offers no clear catalyst for outperformance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

AVB's P/E Ratio of 21.0x compares to a Real Estate sector median of 25.6x, placing it in the 17th percentile.

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

The closest Real Estate peers by P/E Ratio include: CUBE (25.6x), AMH (25.6x), REG (26.2x), AMT (29.4x), PLD (34.1x).

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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.