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FDS P/E Ratio Analysis

20.6x

Updated 33h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio of 19.7x means investors are currently paying $19.70 for every $1 of the company’s annual earnings.

Sector Performance

43th percentile

FDS

20.6x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

19.7x(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio of 19.7x means investors are currently paying $19.70 for every $1 of the company’s annual earnings.

This sits below the sector median of 23.4x, placing the stock in the 39th percentile among peers — so it is cheaper than the typical sector company. The ratio is increasing, with a quarter-over-quarter rise of +5.1%, though the year-over-year change is N/A; over the last three readings it has moved from 16.0x to 18.7x to 19.7x. This combination of a rising but still below-median multiple suggests the stock has become more expensive recently, but without yet entering high-valuation territory relative to its sector. For an investor, that means some upward pressure on valuation exists, though it does not point to extreme risk or a clear bargain. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the P/E is neither stretched enough to warrant caution nor discounted enough to signal an opportunity.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 FDS'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.