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WEX P/E Ratio Analysis

14.3x

Updated 1040h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio of 14.3x means investors pay $14.30 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings, a common gauge of how expensive or cheap a stock is.

Sector Performance

22th percentile

WEX

14.3x

Sector Median

22.9x

Sector Avg

34.3x

Prior Period

16.1x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio of 14.3x means investors pay $14.30 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings, a common gauge of how expensive or cheap a stock is.

Against sector peers, WEX trades far below the median of 24.2x, placing in the 18th percentile, so it is cheaper than roughly 82% of its sector. Trend data is largely unavailable: the year-over-year change is N/A, but quarter-over-quarter the P/E fell 11.3% from 16.1x to 14.3x. The combination of a low multiple versus peers and a recent sharp quarterly decline implies both potential value and possible market concern about forward earnings. This level supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict directly: the falling P/E may reflect deteriorating earnings expectations rather than a simple bargain. Therefore, the metric aligns with caution rather than contradicting it.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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.

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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.