CPRT Copart PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current price-to-earnings ratio for Copart stock as of Feb 21, 2025 is 38.76. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $1.46 and the stock price of $56.59 per share. The PE ratio has increased by 9% from the past four quarters average of 35.7.
CPRT PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Copart for the last ten years is 28.0. The current P/E ratio of 38.76 is 38% 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 | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 36.85 | 8.38% | $52.33 | $1.42 |
| 2023 | 34 | 22.08% | $44.2 | $1.3 |
| 2022 | 27.85 | -24.97% | $32.03 | $1.15 |
| 2021 | 37.12 | 19.43% | $36.75 | $0.99 |
| 2020 | 31.08 | 2.61% | $23.31 | $0.75 |
| 2019 | 30.29 | -4.99% | $19.38 | $0.64 |
| 2018 | 31.88 | 74.11% | $14.35 | $0.45 |
| 2017 | 18.31 | -12.89% | $7.87 | $0.43 |
| 2016 | 21.02 | 2.69% | $6.31 | $0.3 |
| 2015 | 20.47 | -11.69% | $4.5 | $0.22 |
| 2014 | 23.18 | 2.66% | $4.17 | $0.18 |
| 2013 | 22.58 | 36.85% | $4.06 | $0.18 |
| 2012 | 16.5 | -14.95% | $2.97 | $0.18 |
| 2011 | 19.4 | -6.28% | $2.72 | $0.14 |
| 2010 | 20.7 | 3.19% | $2.28 | $0.11 |
Copart PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2024 | 35.25 | -4.34% | $51.47 | $1.46 |
| Jul 2024 | 36.85 | -0.94% | $52.33 | $1.42 |
| Apr 2024 | 37.2 | 10.75% | $54.31 | $1.46 |
| Jan 2024 | 33.59 | 8.04% | $48.04 | $1.43 |
| Oct 2023 | 31.09 | -8.56% | $43.52 | $1.4 |
| Jul 2023 | 34 | 4.94% | $44.2 | $1.3 |
| Apr 2023 | 32.4 | 11.88% | $39.53 | $1.22 |
| Jan 2023 | 28.96 | 14.83% | $33.31 | $1.15 |
| Oct 2022 | 25.22 | -9.44% | $28.76 | $1.14 |
| Jul 2022 | 27.85 | 12.71% | $32.03 | $1.15 |
| Apr 2022 | 24.71 | -12.06% | $28.41 | $1.15 |
| Jan 2022 | 28.1 | -23.99% | $32.31 | $1.15 |
| Oct 2021 | 36.97 | -0.4% | $38.82 | $1.05 |
| Jul 2021 | 37.12 | 7.31% | $36.75 | $0.99 |
| Apr 2021 | 34.59 | -5.44% | $31.13 | $0.9 |
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 18.23.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| AN Autonation Inc | 10.61 | $7.08B |
| SAH Sonic Automotive Inc | 10.82 | $2.31B |
| PAG Penske Automotive Group Inc | 11.91 | $10.92B |
| LAD Lithia Motors Inc | 11.93 | $9.33B |
| GPI Group 1 Automotive Inc | 12.21 | $5.98B |
| RUSHA Rush Enterprises Inc | 14.29 | $4.4B |
| KMX Carmax Inc | 28 | $12.71B |
| CPRT Copart Inc | 38.76 | $54.53B |
| KAR KAR Auction Services Inc | 45.48 | $2.24B |
| CRMT Americas Carmart Inc | N/A | $365.3M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Copart's PE ratio?
CPRT's price to earnings ratio is 38.76 as of Feb 21, 2025.
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 31.56.
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 32.44.
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 38.76.
How does the current PE ratio for CPRT compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of CPRT is 38% 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 (Feb 21, 2025), Copart's stock price is $56.59. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Oct 2024 is $1.46. Therefore, Copart's PE ratio for today is 38.76. PE RATIO(38.76) = STOCK PRICE($56.59) / TTM EPS($1.46)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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