P/E Ratio
Updated 174h ago
Sector Performance
53th percentileIQV
25.5x
Sector Median
24.8x
Sector Avg
36.1x
Deep Analysis
The P/E ratio of 25.5x means investors are paying $25.50 for every $1 of the company’s annual earnings, a standard measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profits.
This sits above the sector median of 24.2x, placing IQV in the 55th percentile — meaning it is slightly pricier than the median peer but not an outlier. Trend data is limited: the year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a sharp +21.3% increase from 21.0x to 25.5x. The combination of an above-median P/E and a rapidly rising multiple suggests the stock has become more expensive in recent months, which could signal increased risk if earnings fail to catch up. The NEUTRAL verdict appears consistent with this metric: the moderate valuation relative to peers does not clearly indicate a strong buy or sell, though the recent upward move warrants attention for potential overvaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about IQV?
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 IQV'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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25.5x
Sector Median
24.8x
Sector Avg
36.1x
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