P/E Ratio
Updated 33h ago
Sector Performance
80th percentileFAST
41.7x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
Deep Analysis
The P/E ratio of 41.7x means investors are paying $41.70 for every $1 of the company’s annual earnings per share — a high price relative to typical earnings.
This is nearly double the sector median of 24.8x, placing FAST in the 80th percentile among its sector peers, indicating it is more expensive than 80% of similar companies. Year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio dropped 3.4% from 43.1x to 41.7x, showing a recent narrowing of the premium. Despite this slight decline, the combination of a still-elevated level (far above the sector median) with only a modest drop implies a persistent valuation risk rather than an opportunity. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict because the stock remains priced at a large premium relative to its industry, suggesting limited margin of safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about FAST?
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 FAST'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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41.7x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
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