CSX Csx PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 21, 2024, the Csx stock's PE ratio is 18.9. This takes into account the latest EPS of $1.87 and stock price of $35.34. The PE ratio at present is nearly equal to the average from the previous four quarters.
CSX PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Csx has averaged 17.73 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 18.9 is 7% higher than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, CSX's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2017 quarter at 28.42, when the price was $18.19 and the EPS was $0.64. The lowest point was in the Mar 2018 quarter, when it reached 8.72 with a price of $18.57 and an EPS of $2.13.
Csx PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 75.03% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -54.06% in 2017
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 18.74 | 17.94% |
| 2022 | 15.89 | -29% |
| 2021 | 22.38 | -11.23% |
| 2020 | 25.21 | 45.3% |
| 2019 | 17.35 | 8.1% |
| 2018 | 16.05 | 75.03% |
| 2017 | 9.17 | -54.06% |
| 2016 | 19.96 | 53.54% |
| 2015 | 13 | -31.94% |
| 2014 | 19.1 | 23.54% |
CSX average PE ratio chart
Currently, CSX's PE ratio is higher than the 3 and 10-year averages, but it is lower than its 5-year average.
CSX PE vs peers
CSX's PE ratio stands lower than its peer stocks UNP and NSC.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| CSX Csx Corp | 19.07 | $68.77B |
| UNP Union Pacific Corp | 22.19 | $146.67B |
| NSC Norfolk Southern Corp | 25.07 | $60.58B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Csx's PE ratio?
CSX's price to earnings ratio is 18.9 as of Nov 21, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Csx (CSX)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for CSX stock is 17.84.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Csx (CSX)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for CSX stock is 18.92.
What is the highest PE ratio for CSX?
Over the last ten years, the Jun 2017 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 28.42.
How does the current PE ratio for CSX compare to its historical average?
CSX's price to earnings ratio is currently 7% above its 10-year historical average.
How is CSX's PE ratio calculated (Csx 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), Csx's share price is $35.34. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $1.87. Therefore, Csx's PE ratio for today is 18.9. PE RATIO(18.9) = STOCK PRICE($35.34) / TTM EPS($1.87)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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