P/E Ratio
Higher than 7% of Financial Services sector peers
Updated 656h ago
Sector Performance
7th percentileITUB
1.9x
Sector Median
13.7x
Sector Avg
19.2x
Deep Analysis
A P/E ratio of 1.9x means investors are paying $1.90 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings — a very low valuation compared to the Financial Services sector median of 15.0x, placing ITUB at the 5th percentile among peers.
The year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both N/A, and no trend data is available for the last eight quarters, so no directional movement can be assessed. The combination of an extremely low P/E (well below the sector norm) with no observable trend creates an unclear risk profile: the low multiple could signal deep undervaluation or persistent earnings distress, but the absence of historical changes leaves the reason ambiguous. This metric does not directly contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the extreme percentile suggests either a potential value opportunity or a red flag — the NEUTRAL stance reflects that uncertainty. Without trend context, the P/E alone cannot justify a bullish or bearish call, which aligns with the stock's neutral rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about ITUB?
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.
How does ITUB's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?
ITUB's P/E Ratio of 1.9x compares to a Financial Services sector median of 13.7x, placing it in the 7th percentile.
Who are ITUB's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest Financial Services peers by P/E Ratio include: AIG (13.7x), RJF (13.7x), PFG (13.2x), AFL (12.9x), PNC (12.8x).
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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1.9x
Sector Median
13.7x
Sector Avg
19.2x
How ITUB's P/E Ratio compares to sector peers.
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