BUSE First Busey PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for First Busey stock as of Apr 1, 2025 is 10.73. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $2.01 and the stock price of $21.57 per share. The PE ratio marks a decrease of 13% from its last 4 quarters average of 12.3.
BUSE PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of First Busey for the last ten years is 13.69. The current P/E ratio of 10.73 is 22% 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 | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11.73 | 4.45% | $23.57 | $2.01 |
| 2023 | 11.23 | 5.35% | $24.82 | $2.21 |
| 2022 | 10.66 | -12.34% | $24.72 | $2.32 |
| 2021 | 12.16 | 3.84% | $27.12 | $2.23 |
| 2020 | 11.71 | -19.96% | $21.55 | $1.84 |
| 2019 | 14.63 | 20.41% | $27.5 | $1.88 |
| 2018 | 12.15 | -40.35% | $24.54 | $2.02 |
| 2017 | 20.37 | -6.04% | $29.94 | $1.47 |
| 2016 | 21.68 | 38.71% | $30.78 | $1.42 |
| 2015 | 15.63 | -11.14% | $20.63 | $1.32 |
| 2014 | 17.59 | -12.05% | $19.53 | $1.11 |
| 2013 | 20 | -5.39% | $17.4 | $0.87 |
| 2012 | 21.14 | 22.62% | $13.95 | $0.66 |
| 2011 | 17.24 | -0.98% | $15 | $0.87 |
| 2010 | 17.41 | N/A | $14.1 | $0.81 |
First Busey PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 11.73 | -11.2% | $23.57 | $2.01 |
| Sep 2024 | 13.21 | 6.96% | $26.02 | $1.97 |
| Jun 2024 | 12.35 | 3.17% | $24.21 | $1.96 |
| Mar 2024 | 11.97 | 6.59% | $24.05 | $2.01 |
| Dec 2023 | 11.23 | 37.96% | $24.82 | $2.21 |
| Sep 2023 | 8.14 | -0.73% | $19.22 | $2.36 |
| Jun 2023 | 8.2 | -0.85% | $20.1 | $2.45 |
| Mar 2023 | 8.27 | -22.42% | $20.34 | $2.46 |
| Dec 2022 | 10.66 | 8.11% | $24.72 | $2.32 |
| Sep 2022 | 9.86 | -11.57% | $21.98 | $2.23 |
| Jun 2022 | 11.15 | -9.79% | $22.85 | $2.05 |
| Mar 2022 | 12.36 | 1.64% | $25.34 | $2.05 |
| Dec 2021 | 12.16 | 9.16% | $27.12 | $2.23 |
| Sep 2021 | 11.14 | 4.31% | $24.63 | $2.21 |
| Jun 2021 | 10.68 | -6.72% | $24.66 | $2.31 |
BUSE average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of BUSE is higher than its 3-year average, but it is lower than its 5 and 10-year averages.
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 14.77.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| OSBC Old Second Bancorp Inc | 8.74 | $748.23M |
| BUSE First Busey Corp | 10.73 | $1.23B |
| WTFC Wintrust Financial Corp | 10.74 | $7.5B |
| FCBC First Community Bankshares Inc | 13.38 | $689.08M |
| GBCI Glacier Bancorp Inc | 26.23 | $5B |
Frequently asked questions
What is First Busey's PE ratio?
As of Apr 1, 2025, BUSE stock has a price to earnings ratio of 10.73.
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 10.62.
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 10.83.
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 22% 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 (Apr 1, 2025), First Busey's share price is $21.57. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $2.01. Therefore, First Busey's PE ratio for today is 10.73. PE RATIO(10.73) = STOCK PRICE($21.57) / TTM EPS($2.01)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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