P/E Ratio
Updated 126h ago
Sector Performance
87th percentileCAT
52.7x
Sector Median
24.8x
Sector Avg
36.1x
Deep Analysis
The P/E ratio of 52.7x means investors are paying $52.70 for every $1 of Caterpillar’s annual earnings, reflecting a high premium relative to typical valuations.
This level is more than double the sector median of 24.1x, placing CAT in the 89th percentile among sector peers — indicating it is more expensively priced than nearly nine out of ten comparable companies. Year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter increase of +8.0% shows the multiple expanded from 48.8x to 52.7x in the latest period. A P/E that is both very high and still rising suggests growing optimism baked into the stock price, which raises the risk of a correction if earnings fail to meet elevated expectations. This combination of extreme valuation and upward momentum does not support a bullish stance. Therefore, the metric directly aligns with the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the current price already prices in a substantial amount of future growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about CAT?
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 CAT'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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52.7x
Sector Median
24.8x
Sector Avg
36.1x
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