P/E Ratio
Updated 296h ago
Sector Performance
43th percentileNUE
21.8x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
Deep Analysis
The P/E ratio of 21.8x means investors are paying $21.80 for every $1 of the company’s annual earnings — a standard valuation metric that compares stock price to profit.
This is below the sector median of 23.9x, placing NUE in the 44th percentile among its sector peers, so it is valued slightly cheaper than the typical peer. Year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the P/E increased by 18.3%, rising from 18.4x to 21.8x over the last two quarters. The combination of a below-median valuation and a recent upward trend suggests the stock is becoming more expensive relative to earnings, introducing modest downside risk if earnings do not keep pace with the price increase. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the P/E is not stretched versus peers, yet the accelerating trend warrants caution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about NUE?
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 NUE'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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21.8x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
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