P/E Ratio
Higher than 13% of Technology sector peers
Updated 318h ago
Sector Performance
13th percentilePTC
12.8x
Sector Median
34.6x
Sector Avg
140.5x
Deep Analysis
PTC’s current P/E ratio of 12.8x means the stock price is 12.8 times the company’s earnings per share — a lower number typically indicates the stock is cheaper relative to its profits.
Among sector peers, the sector median P/E is 37.0x, placing PTC at the 10th percentile, meaning 90% of peers have a higher P/E. Trend data is limited: the year-over-year change is not available, and the quarter-over-quarter change is a negligible -0.2%, with no trend direction recorded for the last eight quarters. The combination of a low P/E level with essentially no trend movement implies the stock may be undervalued, but the absence of historical context raises uncertainty about whether a re-rating catalyst exists. This metric aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the low valuation suggests limited downside risk, but the flat trend and lack of historical comparison prevent a bullish call.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about PTC?
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.
How does PTC's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?
PTC's P/E Ratio of 12.8x compares to a Technology sector median of 34.6x, placing it in the 13th percentile.
Who are PTC's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest Technology peers by P/E Ratio include: BOX (34.6x), ADSK (31.7x), NVDA (29.8x), IAC (28.5x), ZI (24.9x).
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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12.8x
Sector Median
34.6x
Sector Avg
140.5x
How PTC's P/E Ratio compares to sector peers.
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