LANC Lancaster Colony PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Lancaster Colony stock as of Feb 21, 2025 is 34.18. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $5.7 and the stock price of $194.81 per share. The current PE ratio is nearly the same as the last four quarters average.
LANC PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Lancaster Colony for the last ten years is 33.04. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 34.18 is 3.5% more than the historical average. In the past ten years, LANC's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2022 quarter at 53.18, when the stock price was $197.3 and the EPS was $3.71. The lowest point was recorded in the Jun 2015 quarter, when it reached 24.42 with a price of $90.85 and an EPS of $3.72.
Lancaster Colony PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 77.44% in 2014
Maximum annual decrease: -34.2% in 2024
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32.75 | -34.2% | $188.97 | $5.77 |
| 2023 | 49.77 | 26% | $201.09 | $4.04 |
| 2022 | 39.5 | 5.53% | $128.78 | $3.26 |
| 2021 | 37.43 | 20.28% | $193.51 | $5.17 |
| 2020 | 31.12 | 14.75% | $154.99 | $4.98 |
| 2019 | 27.12 | -3.42% | $148.6 | $5.48 |
| 2018 | 28.08 | -3.6% | $138.42 | $4.93 |
| 2017 | 29.13 | 1.57% | $122.62 | $4.21 |
| 2016 | 28.68 | 17.44% | $127.61 | $4.45 |
| 2015 | 24.42 | -29.42% | $90.85 | $3.72 |
| 2014 | 34.6 | 77.44% | $95.16 | $2.75 |
| 2013 | 19.5 | -3.89% | $77.99 | $4 |
| 2012 | 20.29 | 28.09% | $71.21 | $3.51 |
| 2011 | 15.84 | 21.1% | $60.82 | $3.84 |
| 2010 | 13.08 | -5.9% | $53.36 | $4.08 |
Lancaster Colony PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 30.38 | -0.39% | $173.14 | $5.7 |
| Sep 2024 | 30.5 | -6.87% | $176.57 | $5.79 |
| Jun 2024 | 32.75 | -23.82% | $188.97 | $5.77 |
| Mar 2024 | 42.99 | 21.17% | $207.63 | $4.83 |
| Dec 2023 | 35.48 | -8.2% | $166.39 | $4.69 |
| Sep 2023 | 38.65 | -22.34% | $165.03 | $4.27 |
| Jun 2023 | 49.77 | 17.02% | $201.09 | $4.04 |
| Mar 2023 | 42.53 | -20.03% | $202.88 | $4.77 |
| Dec 2022 | 53.18 | 24.22% | $197.3 | $3.71 |
| Sep 2022 | 42.81 | 8.38% | $150.28 | $3.51 |
| Jun 2022 | 39.5 | -11.55% | $128.78 | $3.26 |
| Mar 2022 | 44.66 | 22.96% | $149.15 | $3.34 |
| Dec 2021 | 36.32 | 6.07% | $165.6 | $4.56 |
| Sep 2021 | 34.24 | -8.52% | $168.81 | $4.93 |
| Jun 2021 | 37.43 | 9.28% | $193.51 | $5.17 |
LANC average PE ratio chart
LANC's current P/E ratio is above the 10-year average, but it is lower than the 3 and 5-year averages.
LANC PE vs peers
When compared to its peer THS, LANC's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than CAG's and CPB's. Lancaster Colony's PE ratio is trading above the peer group average of 28.66.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| SENEA Seneca Foods Corp | 14.27 | $553.75M |
| CPB Campbell Soup Co | 21.94 | $12.1B |
| SJM J M SMUCKER Co | 22.13 | $11.71B |
| CAG Conagra Brands Inc | 25.04 | $12.31B |
| JJSF J&J Snack Foods Corp | 29.79 | $2.52B |
| LANC Lancaster Colony Corp | 34.18 | $5.37B |
| THS TreeHouse Foods Inc | 58.81 | $1.53B |
| HAIN Hain Celestial Group Inc | N/A | $377.23M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Lancaster Colony's PE ratio?
As of Feb 21, 2025, LANC stock has a price to earnings ratio of 34.18.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Lancaster Colony (LANC)?
As an average over the last 3 years, LANC stock has a PE ratio of 40.27.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Lancaster Colony (LANC)?
As an average over the last 5 years, LANC stock has a PE ratio of 37.97.
What is the highest PE ratio for LANC?
In the last ten years, the Dec 2022 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 53.18.
How does the current PE ratio for LANC compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of LANC is 3.5% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is LANC's PE ratio calculated (Lancaster Colony PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Feb 21, 2025), Lancaster Colony's stock price is $194.81. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $5.7. Therefore, Lancaster Colony's price to earnings ratio for today is 34.18. PE RATIO(34.18) = STOCK PRICE($194.81) / TTM EPS($5.7)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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