SYYNEUTRAL

SYY P/E Ratio Analysis

20.0x

Updated 57h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio of 20.3x means investors pay $20.30 for every $1 of the company's trailing earnings, a standard measure of how expensive a stock is.

Sector Performance

41th percentile

SYY

20.0x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

20.3x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio of 20.3x means investors pay $20.30 for every $1 of the company's trailing earnings, a standard measure of how expensive a stock is.

Among sector peers, this is below the sector median of 24.2x, placing SYY in the 40th percentile, so it is cheaper than most comparable companies. Trend data is not available: the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, as are the last 8 quarters. With a moderate valuation relative to peers and no historical movement to assess, the risk profile is balanced—there is no clear signal of overvaluation or undervaluation, and no momentum to rely on. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, since the stock trades at a reasonable discount to the sector median but lacks a trend to justify a more favorable or cautious stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 SYY'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.