P/E Ratio
Updated 340h ago
Sector Performance
92th percentileSBUX
77.8x
Sector Median
24.8x
Sector Avg
36.1x
Deep Analysis
The P/E ratio of 77.8x means investors are currently paying $77.80 for every $1 of SBUX's earnings, indicating a high premium is placed on the stock's future profit expectations.
This ratio is far above the sector median of 24.1x, placing SBUX in the 93rd percentile among its sector peers, meaning it is more expensive than 93% of comparable companies. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the P/E rose by +5.4% from 73.8x to 77.8x, showing a recent upward move in valuation. The combination of an already extremely high P/E with a rising trend suggests elevated risk: any failure to meet growth expectations could lead to a sharp correction. This metric directly supports the CAUTIOUS overall verdict, as a premium valuation with upward momentum increases downside vulnerability rather than offering a margin of safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about SBUX?
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 SBUX'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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77.8x
Sector Median
24.8x
Sector Avg
36.1x
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