CMCO Columbus Mckinnon PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Columbus Mckinnon stock as of Nov 21, 2024 is 70.08. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $0.53 and the stock price of $37.14 per share. The P/E ratio marks an increase of 100% from the past four quarters average of 35.0.
CMCO PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Columbus Mckinnon for the last ten years is 38.96. The current PE ratio of 70.08 is 80% above the historical average. Over the past ten years, CMCO's PE ratio was at its highest in the Jun 2021 quarter at 201, when the stock price was $48.24 and the EPS was $0.24. The lowest value was in the Mar 2020 quarter, when it reached 9.88 with a price of $25 and an EPS of $2.53.
Columbus Mckinnon PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 1,305.26% in 2021
Maximum annual decrease: -71.19% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.55 | 25.28% |
| 2023 | 21.99 | -45.03% |
| 2022 | 40 | -71.19% |
| 2021 | 138.84 | 1,305.26% |
| 2020 | 9.88 | -47.36% |
| 2019 | 18.77 | -49.2% |
| 2018 | 36.95 | -34.5% |
| 2017 | 56.41 | 250.81% |
| 2016 | 16.08 | -18.83% |
| 2015 | 19.81 | 14.64% |
CMCO average PE ratio chart
Currently, CMCO's PE ratio is greater than its 3, 5 and 10-year historical averages.
CMCO PE vs peers
Compared to its peer stocks CAT and KAI, CMCO's PE ratio stands higher. Columbus Mckinnon's current PE ratio of 70.08 is comparable to the average of its peer group, which is 21.74.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| TEX Terex Corp | 7.65 | $3.53B |
| CAT Caterpillar Inc | 17.98 | $188.1B |
| GENC Gencor Industries Inc | 19.65 | $316.75M |
| KAI Kadant Inc | 41.68 | $4.8B |
| CMCO Columbus Mckinnon Corp | 70.08 | $1.07B |
| MTW Manitowoc Co Inc | N/A | $371.29M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Columbus Mckinnon's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for CMCO stock as of Nov 21, 2024, stands at 70.08.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Columbus Mckinnon (CMCO)?
The average PE ratio for CMCO stock over the past 3 years is 28.85.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Columbus Mckinnon (CMCO)?
The average PE ratio for CMCO stock over the past 5 years is 46.37.
What is the highest PE ratio for CMCO?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 201 and it was in the Jun 2021 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for CMCO compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of CMCO is 80% higher than the 10-year historical average.
Why is Columbus Mckinnon's PE ratio so high?
CMCO's PE ratio of 70.08 is considered high because the company's stock price is trading at a higher multiple of earnings.
How is CMCO's PE ratio calculated (Columbus Mckinnon PE ratio formula)?
The PE ratio is calculated by dividing the most recent price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Nov 21, 2024), Columbus Mckinnon's stock price is $37.14. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $0.53. Therefore, Columbus Mckinnon's P/E ratio for today is 70.08. PE RATIO(70.08) = STOCK PRICE($37.14) / TTM EPS($0.53)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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