As of Apr 2, 2025, the First Community Bankshares stock's P/E ratio is 13.6. This takes into account the latest EPS of $2.81 and stock price of $38.23. The PE ratio has decreased by 4.1% from its last 4 quarters average of 14.2.
FCBC PE ratio history
The PE ratio of First Community Bankshares has averaged 14.09 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 13.6 is 3.5% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, FCBC's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2017 quarter at 22.8, when the price was $28.73 and the EPS was $1.26. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2023 quarter, when it reached 8.38 with a price of $25.05 and an EPS of $2.99.
First Community Bankshares PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 47.34% in 2016
Maximum annual decrease: -36.97% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14.82 | 6.62% | $41.64 | $2.81 |
| 2023 | 13.9 | 15.64% | $37.1 | $2.67 |
| 2022 | 12.02 | 6.09% | $33.9 | $2.82 |
| 2021 | 11.33 | 6.09% | $33.42 | $2.95 |
| 2020 | 10.68 | -14.97% | $21.58 | $2.02 |
| 2019 | 12.56 | -12.6% | $31.02 | $2.47 |
| 2018 | 14.37 | -36.97% | $31.48 | $2.19 |
FCBC average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of FCBC is higher than the 3 and 5-year averages, but it is under its 10-year average.
FCBC PE vs peers
When compared to its peer SNV, FCBC's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than RF's and UBSI's. First Community Bankshares's PE ratio is trading above the peer average of 11.72.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| TRMK Trustmark Corp | 9.48 | $2.1B |
| RNST Renasant Corp | 10.3 | $2.16B |
| SRCE 1St Source Corp | 11.27 | $1.48B |
| RF Regions Financial Corp | 11.35 | $19.94B |
| UBSI United Bankshares Inc | 12.58 | $4.97B |
| FCBC First Community Bankshares Inc | 13.6 | $700.63M |
| SNV Synovus Financial Corp | 15.33 | $6.59B |
Frequently asked questions
What is First Community Bankshares's PE ratio?
FCBC's price to earnings ratio is 13.6 as of Apr 2, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for First Community Bankshares (FCBC)?
The average PE ratio for FCBC stock over the past 3 years is 12.29.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for First Community Bankshares (FCBC)?
The average PE ratio for FCBC stock over the past 5 years is 11.65.
What is the highest PE ratio for FCBC?
Over the last ten years, the Dec 2017 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 22.8.
How does the current PE ratio for FCBC compare to its historical average?
FCBC's price to earnings ratio is currently 3.5% below its 10-year historical average.
How is FCBC's PE ratio calculated (First Community Bankshares PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the earnings per share(EPS) for the last 12 months. As of today (Apr 2, 2025), First Community Bankshares's share price is $38.23. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $2.81. Therefore, First Community Bankshares's price to earnings ratio for today is 13.6. PE RATIO(13.6) = STOCK PRICE($38.23) / TTM EPS($2.81)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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