P/E Ratio
Updated 464h ago
Sector Performance
59th percentileMA
28.8x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
Deep Analysis
The current P/E ratio of 28.8x means investors are paying $28.80 for every $1.00 of the company’s annual earnings per share — a higher P/E often reflects higher growth expectations.
This sits above the sector median of 24.8x and places the stock in the 59th percentile among its sector peers, indicating it is moderately more expensive than most comparable companies. Trend data for this metric is not available, as the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and the last eight quarters are all listed as N/A, so no direction can be inferred. With a valuation above the sector median but no trend to show whether it is rising or falling, the level alone suggests a slight premium that may limit upside if earnings fail to meet expectations, though it does not signal extreme overvaluation. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — it does not contradict it, as the stock is priced somewhat above the sector norm but not at a level that clearly indicates a buy or sell.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about MA?
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 MA'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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28.8x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
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