COLB Columbia Banking System PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Columbia Banking System stock as of Nov 21, 2024 is 13.16. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $2.33 and the stock price of $30.67 per share. The P/E ratio has an increase of 22% from the past four quarters average of 10.8.
COLB PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Columbia Banking System for the last ten years is 15.38. The current PE ratio of 13.16 is 14% below the historical average. In the past ten years, COLB's PE ratio was at its highest in the Dec 2016 quarter at 24.69, when the stock price was $44.68 and the EPS was $1.81. The lowest value was in the Mar 2024 quarter, when it reached 8.27 with a price of $19.35 and an EPS of $2.34.
Columbia Banking System PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 29.88% in 2016
Maximum annual decrease: -38.57% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 14.91 | 28.65% |
| 2022 | 11.59 | 14.07% |
| 2021 | 10.16 | -38.57% |
| 2020 | 16.54 | 8.96% |
| 2019 | 15.18 | -1.3% |
| 2018 | 15.38 | -34.13% |
| 2017 | 23.35 | -5.43% |
| 2016 | 24.69 | 29.88% |
| 2015 | 19.01 | 5.32% |
| 2014 | 18.05 | -18.58% |
COLB average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of COLB is above the 3 and 5-year historical averages, but it is lower than the 10-year average.
COLB PE vs peers
COLB's PE ratio is lower than its peer stocks EWBC and BOH. Columbia Banking System is presently trading at a lower PE ratio (13.16) than its peer group average of 18.92.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| COLB Columbia Banking System Inc | 13.16 | $6.43B |
| EWBC East West Bancorp Inc | 13.39 | $14.81B |
| BANR Banner Corp | 15.28 | $2.52B |
| BOH Bank Of Hawaii Corp | 23.34 | $3.1B |
| HFWA Heritage Financial Corp | 23.66 | $880.82M |
| BMRC Bank of Marin Bancorp | N/A | $413.41M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Columbia Banking System's PE ratio?
As of Nov 21, 2024, COLB stock has a price to earnings ratio of 13.16.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Columbia Banking System (COLB)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for COLB stock is 10.67.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Columbia Banking System (COLB)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for COLB stock is 11.94.
What is the highest PE ratio for COLB?
In the last ten years, the Dec 2016 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 24.69.
How does the current PE ratio for COLB compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of COLB is 14% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is COLB's PE ratio calculated (Columbia Banking System PE ratio formula)?
To determine the PE ratio, divide the most recent stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Nov 21, 2024), Columbia Banking System's stock price is $30.67. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $2.33. Therefore, Columbia Banking System's P/E ratio for today is 13.16. PE RATIO(13.16) = STOCK PRICE($30.67) / TTM EPS($2.33)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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