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JBHT P/E Ratio Analysis

40.4x

Updated 201h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A P/E ratio of 40.4x means investors are paying $40.40 for every $1 of the company’s current annual earnings, a simple measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profitability.

Sector Performance

79th percentile

JBHT

40.4x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

44.0x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

A P/E ratio of 40.4x means investors are paying $40.40 for every $1 of the company’s current annual earnings, a simple measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profitability.

This is well above the sector median of 23.2x, placing JBHT in the 79th percentile among peers, so the stock costs more than roughly four out of five comparable companies. The year-over-year trend is N/A, and the quarter-over-quarter change is -8.3%, meaning the ratio has come down from 44.0x over the last quarter. The combination of a still-high level with a recent decline suggests the premium is easing, which could reduce downside risk while leaving limited room for further multiple expansion. This mixed picture supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the elevated valuation is a caution flag, but the recent contraction tempers that concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 JBHT'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.