FSTR Foster L B PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Apr 2, 2025, the FSTR stock has a P/E ratio of 5.1. The calculation is based on the latest EPS of $4.01 and the stock price of $20.46 per share. A decrease of 75% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 20.1 of the past four quarters.
FSTR PE ratio history
The mean historical PE ratio of Foster L B over the last ten years is 30.86. The current 5.1 price-to-earnings ratio is 83% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, FSTR's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2023 quarter at 157.07, with a price of $21.99 and an EPS of $0.14. The Mar 2020 quarter saw the lowest point at 3.48, with a price of $12.36 and an EPS of $3.55.
Foster L B PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 340.93% in 2020
Maximum annual decrease: -95.73% in 2024
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.71 | -95.73% | $26.9 | $4.01 |
| 2023 | 157.07 | N/A | $21.99 | $0.14 |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A | $9.68 | -$4.25 |
| 2021 | 40.44 | 93.49% | $13.75 | $0.34 |
| 2020 | 20.9 | 340.93% | $15.05 | $0.72 |
| 2019 | 4.74 | N/A | $19.38 | $4.09 |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A | $15.9 | -$3.01 |
| 2017 | 52.21 | N/A | $27.15 | $0.52 |
| 2016 | N/A | N/A | $13.6 | -$13.79 |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A | $13.66 | -$4.33 |
| 2014 | 19.35 | 17.84% | $48.57 | $2.51 |
| 2013 | 16.42 | -39.52% | $47.29 | $2.88 |
| 2012 | 27.15 | 114.96% | $43.44 | $1.6 |
| 2011 | 12.63 | -38% | $28.29 | $2.24 |
| 2010 | 20.37 | 5.93% | $40.94 | $2.01 |
Foster L B PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 6.71 | 30.8% | $26.9 | $4.01 |
| Sep 2024 | 5.13 | -83.79% | $20.43 | $3.98 |
| Jun 2024 | 31.65 | -14.25% | $21.52 | $0.68 |
| Mar 2024 | 36.91 | -76.5% | $27.31 | $0.74 |
| Dec 2023 | 157.07 | N/A | $21.99 | $0.14 |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | N/A | $18.91 | -$3.92 |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | N/A | $14.28 | -$4.17 |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | N/A | $11.48 | -$4.31 |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | N/A | $9.68 | -$4.25 |
| Sep 2022 | N/A | N/A | $9.76 | -$0.2 |
| Jun 2022 | 58.5 | 17.99% | $12.87 | $0.22 |
| Mar 2022 | 49.58 | 22.6% | $15.37 | $0.31 |
| Dec 2021 | 40.44 | 48.79% | $13.75 | $0.34 |
| Sep 2021 | 27.18 | 45.82% | $15.49 | $0.57 |
| Jun 2021 | 18.64 | -18.78% | $18.64 | $1 |
FSTR average PE ratio chart
FSTR's current PE ratio is under its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
FSTR PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stocks WAB and STLD, FSTR's PE ratio is lower. Foster L B's current PE ratio of 5.1 is less than the average of its peers, which is 17.44.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| FSTR Foster L B Co | 5.1 | $220M |
| GBX Greenbrier Companies Inc | 8.78 | $1.63B |
| STLD Steel Dynamics Inc | 12.88 | $19.12B |
| ZEUS Olympic Steel Inc | 16.07 | $352.56M |
| RS Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co | 18.72 | $15.57B |
| WAB Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp | 30.73 | $31.76B |
| RAIL FreightCar America Inc | N/A | $101.97M |
| CVGI Commercial Vehicle Group Inc | N/A | $44.34M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Foster L B's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for FSTR stock is 5.1 as of Apr 2, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Foster L B (FSTR)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for FSTR stock is 49.33.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Foster L B (FSTR)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for FSTR stock is 34.63.
What is the highest PE ratio for FSTR?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 157.07 and it was in the Dec 2023 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for FSTR compare to its historical average?
FSTR's current price to earnings ratio is 83% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is Foster L B's PE ratio so low?
FSTR's PE ratio of 5.1 is considered low because the company's stock price is trading at a lower multiple of earnings.
How is FSTR's PE ratio calculated (Foster L B PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Apr 2, 2025), Foster L B's share price is $20.46. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $4.01. Therefore, Foster L B's price to earnings ratio for today is 5.1. PE RATIO(5.1) = STOCK PRICE($20.46) / TTM EPS($4.01)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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