P/E Ratio
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Sector Performance
13th percentileWHR
12.9x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
Deep Analysis
The P/E ratio of 12.9x means that investors are paying $12.90 for every $1 of the company’s annual earnings — a lower number typically suggests the stock is cheaper relative to its earnings.
This is well below the sector median of 24.7x, placing the stock in the 13th percentile among sector peers, meaning it trades at a discount to most of its competitors. The metric has been stable over the last eight quarters, with a year-over-year increase of +1.3% and a quarter-over-quarter increase of +1.5%, indicating no major shifts in valuation momentum. A low P/E combined with a flat trend can imply reduced downside risk if earnings hold, but it may also point to limited growth expectations that cap upside. This combination does not suggest a clear buying or selling signal, so it supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the discounted price offers a margin of safety, but the lack of upward trend in valuation offers no catalyst for re-rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about WHR?
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 WHR'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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12.9x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
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