CAAS China Automotive Systems PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Jan 3, 2025, the China Automotive Systems stock's PE ratio is 3.89. This takes into account the latest EPS of $1.05 and stock price of $4.08. The PE ratio has grown by 22% from its last 4 quarters average of 3.2.
CAAS PE ratio history
The PE ratio of China Automotive Systems has averaged 12.0 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 3.89 is 68% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, CAAS's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Jun 2019 quarter at 59.75, when the price was $2.39 and the EPS was $0.04. The lowest point was recorded in the Dec 2023 quarter, when it reached 2.58 with a price of $3.23 and an EPS of $1.25.
China Automotive Systems PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 42.12% in 2016
Maximum annual decrease: -69.32% in 2023
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2.58 | -69.32% |
| 2022 | 8.41 | 13.04% |
| 2021 | 7.44 | N/A |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A |
| 2019 | 9.84 | -67.74% |
| 2018 | 30.5 | N/A |
| 2017 | N/A | N/A |
| 2016 | 7.66 | 42.12% |
| 2015 | 5.39 | -12.64% |
| 2014 | 6.17 | -25.3% |
CAAS average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of CAAS is under its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
CAAS PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stocks FOXF and AXL, CAAS's PE ratio is lower.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| CAAS China Automotive Systems Inc | 3.89 | $123.16M |
| AXL American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings Inc | 25.04 | $677.27M |
| FOXF Fox Factory Holding Corp | 116.04 | $1.26B |
| DAN Dana Inc | N/A | $1.65B |
Frequently asked questions
What is China Automotive Systems's PE ratio?
As of Jan 3, 2025, CAAS stock has a price to earnings ratio of 3.89.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for China Automotive Systems (CAAS)?
The average PE ratio for CAAS stock over the past 3 years is 5.34.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for China Automotive Systems (CAAS)?
The average PE ratio for CAAS stock over the past 5 years is 11.91.
What is the highest PE ratio for CAAS?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 59.75 in the Jun 2019 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for CAAS compare to its historical average?
CAAS's price to earnings ratio is currently 68% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is China Automotive Systems's PE ratio so low?
CAAS's PE ratio of 3.89 is considered low because the company's stock price is trading at a lower multiple of earnings.
How is CAAS's PE ratio calculated (China Automotive Systems PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Jan 3, 2025), China Automotive Systems's share price is $4.08. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $1.05. Therefore, China Automotive Systems's price to earnings ratio for today is 3.89. PE RATIO(3.89) = STOCK PRICE($4.08) / TTM EPS($1.05)
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