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JPM P/E Ratio Analysis

15.0x

Higher than 62% of Financial Services sector peers

Updated 153h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio of 15.3x means investors pay $15.30 for every $1 of JPMorgan’s annual earnings, a standard measure of how expensive a stock is relative to its profitability.

Sector Performance

62th percentile

JPM

15.0x

Sector Median

13.2x

Sector Avg

19.3x

Prior Period

15.3x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio of 15.3x means investors pay $15.30 for every $1 of JPMorgan’s annual earnings, a standard measure of how expensive a stock is relative to its profitability.

This is above the Financial Services sector median of 13.2x, placing JPMorgan at the 62nd percentile among sector peers, so it trades at a premium to most competitors. The metric is stable over the last eight quarters, with a quarter-over-quarter decline of -1.4% and no year-over-year change available. The combination of a premium valuation with a stable, slightly softening trend suggests limited near-term upsides from multiple expansion, while earnings must continue to justify the higher price. This supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, because the stock is priced above its sector norm without any clear momentum toward improvement.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 JPM's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?

JPM's P/E Ratio of 15.0x compares to a Financial Services sector median of 13.2x, placing it in the 62th percentile.

Who are JPM's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest Financial Services peers by P/E Ratio include: PFG (13.2x), AFL (12.9x), HSBC (12.8x), AIG (13.7x), RJF (12.7x).

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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.