P/E Ratio
Updated 176h ago
Sector Performance
17th percentileBAC
13.9x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
Deep Analysis
The P/E ratio (price-to-earnings) compares a company’s stock price to its earnings per share, so Bank of America’s 12.8x means investors are paying $12.80 for every $1 of annual earnings.
This is below the Financial Services sector median of 15.0x, placing BAC in the 37th percentile among its peers—meaning it is cheaper than 63% of similar companies. The year-over-year, quarter-over-quarter, and eight-quarter trend data are all listed as N/A, so no directional change can be inferred from those figures. A low P/E relative to the sector, combined with an unknown trend, may suggest a potential value opportunity if earnings hold steady, but also carries uncertainty because there is no recent trajectory to confirm momentum. This metric supports the overall BULLISH verdict, as a below-median P/E often indicates a stock priced at a discount compared to its industry, aligning with the view that the stock has room to appreciate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about BAC?
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.
Who are BAC's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: VICI (9.1x), OMF (9.0x), JACK (8.5x), GIS (8.4x), FIS (8.4x).
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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13.9x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
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