BCPC Balchem PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Apr 21, 2025, the Balchem stock's price-to-earnings ratio is 39.53. This results from the current EPS of $3.97 and stock price of $156.92. The PE ratio has decreased by 9% from the past four quarters average of 43.4.
BCPC PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Balchem has averaged 39.45 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 39.53 is in line with the historical average. In the past ten years, BCPC's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2021 quarter at 56.58, when the stock price was $168.6 and the EPS was $2.98. The lowest point was recorded in the Jun 2015 quarter, when it reached 26.66 with a price of $55.72 and an EPS of $2.09.
Balchem PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 48.88% in 2016
Maximum annual decrease: -39.6% in 2017
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 41.06 | -6.7% | $163 | $3.97 |
| 2023 | 44.01 | 18.56% | $148.75 | $3.38 |
| 2022 | 37.12 | -34.39% | $122.11 | $3.29 |
| 2021 | 56.58 | 29.15% | $168.6 | $2.98 |
| 2020 | 43.81 | 6.91% | $115.22 | $2.63 |
| 2019 | 40.98 | 28.14% | $101.63 | $2.48 |
| 2018 | 31.98 | 12.29% | $78.35 | $2.45 |
| 2017 | 28.48 | -39.6% | $80.6 | $2.83 |
| 2016 | 47.15 | 48.88% | $83.92 | $1.78 |
| 2015 | 31.67 | -17.31% | $60.8 | $1.92 |
| 2014 | 38.3 | -1.47% | $66.64 | $1.74 |
| 2013 | 38.87 | 47.18% | $58.7 | $1.51 |
| 2012 | 26.41 | -11.41% | $36.45 | $1.38 |
| 2011 | 29.81 | 4.93% | $40.54 | $1.36 |
| 2010 | 28.41 | 24.61% | $33.81 | $1.19 |
Balchem PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 41.06 | -12.04% | $163 | $3.97 |
| Sep 2024 | 46.68 | 10.07% | $176 | $3.77 |
| Jun 2024 | 42.41 | -2.01% | $153.95 | $3.63 |
| Mar 2024 | 43.28 | -1.66% | $154.95 | $3.58 |
| Dec 2023 | 44.01 | 14.61% | $148.75 | $3.38 |
| Sep 2023 | 38.4 | -11.42% | $124.04 | $3.23 |
| Jun 2023 | 43.35 | 6.25% | $134.81 | $3.11 |
| Mar 2023 | 40.8 | 9.91% | $126.48 | $3.1 |
| Dec 2022 | 37.12 | 3.51% | $122.11 | $3.29 |
| Sep 2022 | 35.86 | -6.57% | $121.58 | $3.39 |
| Jun 2022 | 38.38 | -11.28% | $129.74 | $3.38 |
| Mar 2022 | 43.26 | -23.54% | $136.7 | $3.16 |
| Dec 2021 | 56.58 | 13.5% | $168.6 | $2.98 |
| Sep 2021 | 49.85 | 6.34% | $145.07 | $2.91 |
| Jun 2021 | 46.88 | 2.81% | $131.26 | $2.8 |
BCPC average PE ratio chart
BCPC's current P/E ratio is above the 10-year average, but it is lower than the 3 and 5-year averages.
BCPC PE vs peers
BCPC's PE ratio is less than its peer stocks STE and IFF, but it is above MMM's and EMN's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| EMN Eastman Chemical Co | 10.23 | $9.13B |
| MMM 3M Co | 17.99 | $74.02B |
| BCPC Balchem Corp | 39.65 | $5.12B |
| STE STERIS plc | 47.03 | $21.9B |
| IFF International Flavors & Fragrances Inc | 78.56 | $19.08B |
| CDXS Codexis Inc | N/A | $184.73M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Balchem's PE ratio?
BCPC stock has a price to earnings ratio of 39.53 as of Apr 21, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Balchem (BCPC)?
The average PE ratio for BCPC stock over the past 3 years is 41.03.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Balchem (BCPC)?
The average PE ratio for BCPC stock over the past 5 years is 42.74.
What is the highest PE ratio for BCPC?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached a historic high of 56.58 in the Dec 2021 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for BCPC compare to its historical average?
BCPC's price to earnings ratio is currently 0.2% above its 10-year historical average.
How is BCPC's PE ratio calculated (Balchem PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Apr 21, 2025), Balchem's stock price is $156.92. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $3.97. Therefore, Balchem's price to earnings ratio for today is 39.53. PE RATIO(39.53) = STOCK PRICE($156.92) / TTM EPS($3.97)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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