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GILD P/E Ratio Analysis

17.0x

Updated 1089h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio (price-to-earnings ratio) compares a stock's current price to its earnings per share, so a P/E of 17.0x means investors pay $17 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings.

Sector Performance

31th percentile

GILD

17.0x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio (price-to-earnings ratio) compares a stock's current price to its earnings per share, so a P/E of 17.0x means investors pay $17 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings.

This is lower than the sector median of 24.7x, placing GILD in the 29th percentile among its peers—indicating the stock trades at a relative discount compared to the typical sector company. Trend data is not available: both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are listed as N/A, and there are no historical values beyond the current 17.0x. With a below-median P/E and no clear trend direction, the combination suggests a potentially lower risk from valuation compression, but the lack of trend provides no confirmation of momentum or deterioration. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the discounted valuation could present an opportunity, yet without movement in the ratio, it does not strongly tilt the case for a bullish or bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 GILD'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.