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ILMN P/E Ratio Analysis

32.5x

Updated 489h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current P/E ratio of 32.5x means investors are paying $32.50 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings — a measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profitability.

Sector Performance

71th percentile

ILMN

32.5x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

31.8x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The current P/E ratio of 32.5x means investors are paying $32.50 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings — a measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profitability.

Compared to sector peers, this is above the 23.2x sector median, placing ILMN in the 71st percentile of its peer group. The trend data shows no year-over-year change, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +2.2%, indicating a slight increase in valuation over the last quarter. With a level above the sector median and a recent upward move, the stock carries a premium that may raise risk if earnings growth slows, while also reflecting possible opportunity if growth expectations are met. This metric does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict; the elevated but not extreme valuation, combined with the modest quarterly rise, supports a balanced outlook.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 ILMN'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.