P/E Ratio
Updated 558h ago
Sector Performance
75th percentileVMC
36.3x
Sector Median
24.8x
Sector Avg
36.1x
Deep Analysis
The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 36.3x means investors are paying $36.30 for every $1 of the company's earnings — a measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profit.
At 36.3x, VMC trades well above the sector median of 25.0x, placing it in the 76th percentile among sector peers, indicating it is more expensive than the majority of similar companies. No trend data is available: the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both marked as N/A, so no directional movement can be assessed. With a high P/E level and no trend information, the risk lies in paying a premium for earnings that may not be sustained, while the opportunity depends on whether future growth justifies the current multiple. This metric does not directly contradict the NEUTRAL verdict, as the elevated valuation alone warrants caution, but the lack of trend prevents a strong bearish or bullish signal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about VMC?
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 VMC'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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36.3x
Sector Median
24.8x
Sector Avg
36.1x
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