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SYK P/E Ratio Analysis

32.4x

Updated 129h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current P/E Ratio of 36.1x means investors pay $36.10 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings.

Sector Performance

71th percentile

SYK

32.4x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

36.1x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current P/E Ratio of 36.1x means investors pay $36.10 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings.

Compared to sector peers, this is above the sector median of 23.2x, placing SYK at the 75th percentile. Trend data is unavailable: the year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and the last 8 quarters show no values. The high P/E relative to peers suggests the market expects higher future earnings growth, but without trend information there is no evidence of whether this premium is expanding or contracting. That combination creates valuation risk if earnings disappoint, while the absence of a trend leaves no clear momentum signal. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the elevated level is countered by the lack of directional data.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 SYK's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: WELL (102.4x), IAC (104.9x), FORM (108.1x), MCHP (113.5x), MTSI (118.9x).

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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.