KFRC Kforce PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 21, 2024, the Kforce stock's PE ratio is 19.9. This takes into account the latest EPS of $2.94 and stock price of $58.52. The PE ratio has decreased by 11% from its last 4 quarters average of 22.2.
KFRC PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Kforce has averaged 15.36 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 19.9 is 30% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, KFRC's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Mar 2024 quarter at 24.07, when the price was $70.52 and the EPS was $2.93. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2020 quarter, when it reached 5.19 with a price of $25.57 and an EPS of $4.93.
Kforce PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 123.86% in 2020
Maximum annual decrease: -86.94% in 2014
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 21.25 | 45.75% |
| 2022 | 14.58 | -29.26% |
| 2021 | 20.61 | 30.77% |
| 2020 | 15.76 | 123.86% |
| 2019 | 7.04 | -46.71% |
| 2018 | 13.21 | -30.95% |
| 2017 | 19.13 | 4.36% |
| 2016 | 18.33 | 10.96% |
| 2015 | 16.52 | 97.84% |
| 2014 | 8.35 | -86.94% |
KFRC average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of KFRC is above its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
KFRC PE vs peers
When compared to its peers RHI and ASGN, KFRC's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than KELYA's. Kforce's PE ratio is trading below the peer average of 30.3.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| KELYA Kelly Services Inc | 11.9 | $495.69M |
| KFRC Kforce Inc | 19.9 | $1.12B |
| ASGN ASGN Inc | 21.13 | $3.73B |
| BBSI Barrett Business Services Inc | 21.77 | $1.1B |
| RHI Robert Half International Inc | 26.8 | $7.61B |
| MAN ManpowerGroup Inc | 69.89 | $2.85B |
| TBI TrueBlue Inc | N/A | $207.8M |
| HSON Hudson Global Inc | N/A | $38.89M |
| MHH Mastech Digital Inc | N/A | $164.82M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Kforce's PE ratio?
KFRC stock has a price to earnings ratio of 19.9 as of Nov 21, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Kforce (KFRC)?
Over the last 3 years, the average PE ratio for KFRC stock is 19.08.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Kforce (KFRC)?
Over the last 5 years, the average PE ratio for KFRC stock is 16.82.
What is the highest PE ratio for KFRC?
Over the last ten years, the Mar 2024 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 24.07.
How does the current PE ratio for KFRC compare to its historical average?
KFRC's price to earnings ratio is currently 30% above its 10-year historical average.
How is KFRC's PE ratio calculated (Kforce 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), Kforce's share price is $58.52. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $2.94. Therefore, Kforce's price to earnings ratio for today is 19.9. PE RATIO(19.9) = STOCK PRICE($58.52) / TTM EPS($2.94)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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