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EQR P/E Ratio Analysis

29.7x

Updated 273h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

EQR trades at a P/E ratio of 29.7x, meaning investors pay $29.70 for every $1 of the company’s trailing earnings.

Sector Performance

64th percentile

EQR

29.7x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

24.3x(Apr 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

EQR trades at a P/E ratio of 29.7x, meaning investors pay $29.70 for every $1 of the company’s trailing earnings.

That is above the sector median of 23.4x, placing EQR in the 64th percentile among peers—so it is more expensive than most comparable stocks. The trend data is N/A: both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are listed as N/A, so there is no available evidence of how the multiple has moved recently. With an elevated level and no trend to assess, the risk is that EQR’s valuation already reflects solid expectations, leaving limited room for upside if earnings disappoint. The higher P/E does not by itself signal a problem, but it does make the stock less of a bargain relative to its sector. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the valuation is moderately above average, but without a trend direction it neither strongly confirms nor contradicts a balanced outlook.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 EQR'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.