P/E Ratio
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Sector Performance
8th percentileCPB
10.5x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
Deep Analysis
The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 10.5x means investors are paying $10.50 for every $1.00 of the company’s past-year earnings.
This is far below the sector median of 24.7x, placing CPB in the 8th percentile among sector peers — indicating a valuation well below typical industry levels. Over the last eight quarters the P/E ratio has shown an increasing trend, though the quarter-over-quarter change is -3.3% (from 10.9x to 10.5x), and no year-over-year comparison is available. The combination of a low P/E with a long-term upward trend suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to peers while gradually gaining investor attention, but the recent quarterly decline introduces a cautionary note about near-term momentum. This metric partially supports the NEUTRAL verdict: the low absolute P/E hints at potential upside, but the mixed trend and lack of clear improvement keep the outlook balanced rather than bullish or bearish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about CPB?
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 CPB'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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10.5x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
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