P/E Ratio
Higher than 100% of Financial Services sector peers
Updated 21h ago
Sector Performance
100th percentileCOF
67.7x
Sector Median
13.7x
Sector Avg
19.0x
Deep Analysis
The P/E ratio compares a stock’s price to its earnings per share—a P/E of 67.7x means investors pay $67.70 for every $1 of annual earnings.
That is far above the Financial Services sector median of 13.7x, placing Capital One in the 100th percentile among peers, indicating it is the most expensive stock by this measure. The metric has been completely stable over the past eight quarters, with year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes of +0.0%. A very high P/E combined with no movement suggests the market has already priced in an expectation of future earnings growth that has not materialized, leaving little margin for error and creating downside risk if earnings disappoint. This elevated valuation contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the extreme premium relative to peers typically signals a more cautious or bearish view.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about COF?
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 COF's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?
COF's P/E Ratio of 67.7x compares to a Financial Services sector median of 13.7x, placing it in the 100th percentile.
Who are COF's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest Financial Services peers by P/E Ratio include: RJF (13.8x), AIG (13.7x), PFG (13.2x), BRK-B (14.4x), AFL (12.9x).
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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67.7x
Sector Median
13.7x
Sector Avg
19.0x
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