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CPRX P/E Ratio Analysis

17.4x

Updated 540h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A P/E ratio of 17.4x means investors pay $17.40 for each $1 of the company's annual earnings.

Sector Performance

33th percentile

CPRX

17.4x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.8x

Prior Period

17.2x(Jun 2026)

→ Stable

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Deep Analysis

A P/E ratio of 17.4x means investors pay $17.40 for each $1 of the company's annual earnings.

Among sector peers, this is below the sector median of 23.2x, placing CPRX at the 33rd percentile—cheaper than most comparable stocks. The metric is stable: over the last 8 quarters the trend is flat, with a quarter-over-quarter increase of +0.9% and no year-over-year change available. The combination of a below-median P/E and a stable trend suggests limited earnings multiple expansion, but also reduces the risk of a valuation-driven correction. This level implies a moderate risk profile: the stock is not expensive relative to peers, yet stable multiples offer little upside purely from re-rating. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it neither flags an overvaluation risk nor signals a compelling bargain.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 CPRX's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: CMCSA (7.8x), EG (7.8x), CHRD (7.7x), OXY (7.4x), THC (7.3x).

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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.