FBNC First Bancorp PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of May 8, 2025, the FBNC stock has a P/E ratio of 22.79. The calculation is based on the latest EPS of $1.85 and the stock price of $42.16 per share. An increase of 40% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 16.3 of the past four quarters.
FBNC PE ratio history
The mean historical PE ratio of First Bancorp over the last ten years is 13.64. The current 22.79 price-to-earnings ratio is 67% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, FBNC's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2024 quarter at 23.77, with a price of $43.97 and an EPS of $1.85. The Sep 2020 quarter saw the lowest point at 7.75, with a price of $20.93 and an EPS of $2.7.
First Bancorp PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 959.08% in 2010
Maximum annual decrease: -44.28% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.77 | 63.14% | $43.97 | $1.85 |
| 2023 | 14.57 | 40.1% | $37.01 | $2.54 |
| 2022 | 10.4 | -27.42% | $42.84 | $4.12 |
| 2021 | 14.33 | 19.02% | $45.72 | $3.19 |
| 2020 | 12.04 | -6.45% | $33.83 | $2.81 |
| 2019 | 12.87 | 19.06% | $39.91 | $3.1 |
| 2018 | 10.81 | -44.28% | $32.66 | $3.02 |
| 2017 | 19.4 | -2.07% | $35.31 | $1.82 |
| 2016 | 19.81 | 41.6% | $27.14 | $1.37 |
| 2015 | 13.99 | -7.6% | $18.74 | $1.34 |
| 2014 | 15.14 | -8.02% | $18.47 | $1.22 |
| 2013 | 16.46 | N/A | $16.62 | $1.01 |
| 2012 | N/A | N/A | $12.82 | -$1.54 |
| 2011 | 25.34 | -42.07% | $11.15 | $0.44 |
| 2010 | 43.74 | 959.08% | $15.31 | $0.35 |
First Bancorp PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 23.77 | 41.74% | $43.97 | $1.85 |
| Sep 2024 | 16.77 | 44.94% | $41.59 | $2.48 |
| Jun 2024 | 11.57 | -10.93% | $31.92 | $2.76 |
| Mar 2024 | 12.99 | -10.84% | $36.12 | $2.78 |
| Dec 2023 | 14.57 | 50.21% | $37.01 | $2.54 |
| Sep 2023 | 9.7 | 5.32% | $28.14 | $2.9 |
| Jun 2023 | 9.21 | -8.18% | $29.75 | $3.23 |
| Mar 2023 | 10.03 | -3.56% | $35.52 | $3.54 |
| Dec 2022 | 10.4 | -7.88% | $42.84 | $4.12 |
| Sep 2022 | 11.29 | 1.9% | $36.58 | $3.24 |
| Jun 2022 | 11.08 | -16.44% | $34.9 | $3.15 |
| Mar 2022 | 13.26 | -7.47% | $41.77 | $3.15 |
| Dec 2021 | 14.33 | 26.93% | $45.72 | $3.19 |
| Sep 2021 | 11.29 | 0.71% | $43.01 | $3.81 |
| Jun 2021 | 11.21 | -18.06% | $40.91 | $3.65 |
FBNC average PE ratio chart
Currently, FBNC's PE ratio is higher than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
FBNC PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stocks FCNCA and PEBK, FBNC's PE ratio is higher.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| PEBK Peoples Bancorp Of North Carolina Inc | 9 | $155.32M |
| FCNCA First Citizens Bancshares Inc | 9.72 | $25B |
| FBNC First Bancorp | 22.59 | $1.73B |
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Frequently asked questions
What is First Bancorp's PE ratio?
FBNC stock has a price to earnings ratio of 22.79 as of May 8, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for First Bancorp (FBNC)?
The average PE ratio for FBNC stock over the past 3 years is 12.85.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for First Bancorp (FBNC)?
The average PE ratio for FBNC stock over the past 5 years is 12.32.
What is the highest PE ratio for FBNC?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 23.77 in the Dec 2024 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for FBNC compare to its historical average?
FBNC's current price to earnings ratio is 67% above its 10-year historical average.
How is FBNC's PE ratio calculated (First Bancorp PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months earnings per share(EPS). As of today (May 8, 2025), First Bancorp's share price is $42.16. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $1.85. Therefore, First Bancorp's price to earnings ratio for today is 22.79. PE RATIO(22.79) = STOCK PRICE($42.16) / TTM EPS($1.85)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.