MSCICAUTIOUS

MSCI P/E Ratio Analysis

29.3x

Updated 9h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio measures the price you pay for each dollar of a company's earnings; at 29.3x, investors are willing to pay $29.30 for every $1 of MSCI's current profit.

Sector Performance

63th percentile

MSCI

29.3x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

30.6x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio measures the price you pay for each dollar of a company's earnings; at 29.3x, investors are willing to pay $29.30 for every $1 of MSCI's current profit.

This is above the sector median of 23.4x, placing MSCI at the 63rd percentile among peers—meaning it is more expensive than about two-thirds of comparable companies. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio fell 4.3%, moving from 30.6x to 29.3x, so the multiple is easing from a recent peak. A high level combined with a modest downward trend suggests valuation risk is still present, though pressure is easing. Because the stock remains pricier than most peers, this metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict rather than contradicting it.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 MSCI'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.