CPRT Copart PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current price-to-earnings ratio for Copart stock as of Nov 21, 2024 is 40.07. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $1.42 and the stock price of $56.9 per share. The PE ratio has increased by 16% from the past four quarters average of 34.7.
CPRT PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Copart for the last ten years is 27.72. The current P/E ratio of 40.07 is 45% higher than the historical average. In the past ten years, CPRT's PE ratio peaked in the Oct 2020 quarter at 37.79, when the stock price was $27.59 and the EPS was $0.73. The lowest point was in the Oct 2016 quarter, when it reached 15.25 with a price of $6.56 and an EPS of $0.43.
Copart PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 74.11% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -24.97% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 36.85 | 8.38% |
| 2023 | 34 | 22.08% |
| 2022 | 27.85 | -24.97% |
| 2021 | 37.12 | 19.43% |
| 2020 | 31.08 | 2.61% |
| 2019 | 30.29 | -4.99% |
| 2018 | 31.88 | 74.11% |
| 2017 | 18.31 | -12.89% |
| 2016 | 21.02 | 2.69% |
| 2015 | 20.47 | -11.69% |
CPRT average PE ratio chart
CPRT's current P/E ratio is above the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
CPRT PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer KAR, CPRT's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than KMX's and PAG's. Copart's PE ratio is trading above the peer group average of 14.62.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| AN Autonation Inc | 9.7 | $6.74B |
| GPI Group 1 Automotive Inc | 10.82 | $5.44B |
| SAH Sonic Automotive Inc | 10.93 | $2.16B |
| PAG Penske Automotive Group Inc | 12.31 | $10.74B |
| LAD Lithia Motors Inc | 13.03 | $10.19B |
| RUSHA Rush Enterprises Inc | 15.21 | $4.69B |
| KMX Carmax Inc | 30.31 | $12.49B |
| CPRT Copart Inc | 40.07 | $54.81B |
| KAR KAR Auction Services Inc | 104.42 | $2.12B |
| CRMT Americas Carmart Inc | N/A | $275.51M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Copart's PE ratio?
CPRT's price to earnings ratio is 40.07 as of Nov 21, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Copart (CPRT)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for CPRT stock is 30.91.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Copart (CPRT)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for CPRT stock is 32.26.
What is the highest PE ratio for CPRT?
Within the last ten years, the current PE ratio is at its peak with a value of 40.07.
How does the current PE ratio for CPRT compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of CPRT is 45% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is CPRT's PE ratio calculated (Copart PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Nov 21, 2024), Copart's stock price is $56.9. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jul 2024 is $1.42. Therefore, Copart's PE ratio for today is 40.07. PE RATIO(40.07) = STOCK PRICE($56.9) / TTM EPS($1.42)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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