BUSE First Busey PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for First Busey stock as of Dec 20, 2024 is 12.25. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $1.97 and the stock price of $24.14 per share. The current PE ratio is about the same compared to the last 4 quarters average.
BUSE PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of First Busey for the last ten years is 13.95. The current P/E ratio of 12.25 is 12% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, BUSE's PE ratio peaked in the Dec 2016 quarter at 21.68, when the price was $30.78 and the EPS was $1.42. The lowest point was in the Sep 2023 quarter, when it reached 8.14 with a price of $19.22 and an EPS of $2.36.
First Busey PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 38.71% in 2016
Maximum annual decrease: -40.35% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 11.23 | 5.35% |
| 2022 | 10.66 | -12.34% |
| 2021 | 12.16 | 3.84% |
| 2020 | 11.71 | -19.96% |
| 2019 | 14.63 | 20.41% |
| 2018 | 12.15 | -40.35% |
| 2017 | 20.37 | -6.04% |
| 2016 | 21.68 | 38.71% |
| 2015 | 15.63 | -11.14% |
| 2014 | 17.59 | -12.05% |
BUSE average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of BUSE is higher than its 3 and 5-year averages, but it is lower than its 10-year average.
BUSE PE vs peers
In comparison to its peers WTFC and GBCI, BUSE's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than OSBC's. First Busey's PE ratio is trading below the peer average of 17.21.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| OSBC Old Second Bancorp Inc | 9.39 | $792.11M |
| BUSE First Busey Corp | 12.25 | $1.37B |
| WTFC Wintrust Financial Corp | 12.81 | $8.26B |
| FCBC First Community Bankshares Inc | 15.48 | $775.72M |
| GBCI Glacier Bancorp Inc | 31.14 | $5.72B |
Frequently asked questions
What is First Busey's PE ratio?
As of Dec 20, 2024, BUSE stock has a price to earnings ratio of 12.25.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for First Busey (BUSE)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for BUSE stock is 10.8.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for First Busey (BUSE)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for BUSE stock is 10.94.
What is the highest PE ratio for BUSE?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 21.68 in the Dec 2016 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for BUSE compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of BUSE is 12% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is BUSE's PE ratio calculated (First Busey PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Dec 20, 2024), First Busey's share price is $24.14. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $1.97. Therefore, First Busey's PE ratio for today is 12.25. PE RATIO(12.25) = STOCK PRICE($24.14) / TTM EPS($1.97)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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