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CHRW P/E Ratio Analysis

35.1x

Updated 129h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current P/E ratio of 37.3x means investors are paying $37.30 for every $1.00 of the company's earnings — a high price relative to its earnings.

Sector Performance

75th percentile

CHRW

35.1x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

37.3x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current P/E ratio of 37.3x means investors are paying $37.30 for every $1.00 of the company's earnings — a high price relative to its earnings.

Among sector peers, the median P/E is 24.7x, placing CHRW in the 77th percentile, meaning it is more expensive than about three-quarters of its competitors. Year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter increase of +14.0% shows the P/E rose from 32.7x to 37.3x in the most recent period. This combination of a level well above the sector median and a rising trend signals elevated valuation and implies greater investment risk, as earnings would need to grow quickly to justify the current price. The upward movement also suggests that recent price gains have outpaced earnings growth, further reducing the margin of safety. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as a high and climbing P/E relative to peers is a typical warning sign for value-conscious investors.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 CHRW's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: WELL (102.4x), IAC (104.9x), FORM (108.1x), MCHP (113.5x), MTSI (118.9x).

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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.