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PCAR P/E Ratio Analysis

25.2x

Updated 1011h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A P/E ratio of 25.2x means investors pay $25.20 for every $1 of PCAR’s annual earnings.

Sector Performance

55th percentile

PCAR

25.2x

Sector Median

22.9x

Sector Avg

34.3x

Prior Period

25.4x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

A P/E ratio of 25.2x means investors pay $25.20 for every $1 of PCAR’s annual earnings.

That is above the sector median of 23.0x, placing the stock at the 55th percentile among peers, so it trades at a modest premium. The metric ticked down 1.1% quarter-over-quarter from 25.4x, though no longer-term trend is available for context. This slight softening combined with a still-above-median multiple points to fair valuation with limited downside cushion if earnings disappoint. The level and direction align with the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the premium is real but not stretched enough to warrant a bearish or bullish call.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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.

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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.