FA First Advantage PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for First Advantage stock as of Nov 22, 2024 is 636.67. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.03 and the stock price of $19.1 per share. The PE ratio has grown by 186% from its last 4 quarters average of 222.6.
FA PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of First Advantage for the last three years is 112.46. The current P/E ratio of 636.67 is similar to the historical average. Looking back at the last three years, FA's PE ratio peaked in the Sep 2024 quarter at 661.67, when the price was $19.85 and the EPS was $0.03. The lowest point was in the Dec 2022 quarter, when it reached 30.23 with a price of $13 and an EPS of $0.43.
First Advantage PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 110.82% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -82.54% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 63.73 | 110.82% |
| 2022 | 30.23 | -82.54% |
| 2021 | 173.09 | N/A |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A |
FA average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of FA is higher than its 3-year average.
Frequently asked questions
What is First Advantage's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for FA stock as of Nov 22, 2024, stands at 636.67.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for First Advantage (FA)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for FA stock is 112.46.
What is the highest PE ratio for FA?
Over the last three years, the Sep 2024 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 661.67.
How does the current PE ratio for FA compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of FA is 466% higher than the 3-year historical average.
Why is First Advantage's PE ratio so high?
FA's PE ratio is high because the stock price is relatively expensive compared to the earnings generated by the company.
How is FA's PE ratio calculated (First Advantage PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Nov 22, 2024), First Advantage's share price is $19.1. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $0.03. Therefore, First Advantage's PE ratio for today is 636.67. PE RATIO(636.67) = STOCK PRICE($19.1) / TTM EPS($0.03)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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