P/E Ratio
Updated 368h ago
Sector Performance
53th percentilePCAR
25.4x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
Deep Analysis
The current P/E (price-to-earnings) ratio of 25.4x means investors are paying $25.40 for every $1 of the company's past-year earnings, a common measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profits.
This sits above the sector median of 23.8x, placing PCAR in the 56th percentile among its sector peers — slightly more expensive than the typical peer. Year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio has increased by 2.6%, from 24.8x to the current 25.4x. Although the P/E is above the sector norm, the gradual quarterly uptick suggests no abrupt shift in valuation. The combination of a moderately above-median multiple with a slight upward trend points to limited near-term downside protection but no extreme overvaluation, carrying moderate risk. This metric aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict by showing neither a compelling bargain nor a clear overpricing signal.
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.
Who are PCAR'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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25.4x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
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