LKQ Lkq PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current price-to-earnings ratio for Lkq stock as of Feb 21, 2025 is 15.4. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $2.63 and the stock price of $40.49 per share. The current PE ratio is nearly the same as the last four quarters average.
LKQ PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Lkq for the last ten years is 17.46. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 15.4 is 12% less than the historical average. In the past ten years, LKQ's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2017 quarter at 23.65, when the stock price was $40.67 and the EPS was $1.72. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2020 quarter, when it reached 10.63 with a price of $20.51 and an EPS of $1.93.
Lkq PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 31.9% in 2013
Maximum annual decrease: -34.84% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13.97 | 2.57% | $36.75 | $2.63 |
| 2023 | 13.62 | 5.83% | $47.79 | $3.51 |
| 2022 | 12.87 | -21.09% | $53.41 | $4.15 |
| 2021 | 16.31 | -2.8% | $60.03 | $3.68 |
| 2020 | 16.78 | -17.26% | $35.24 | $2.1 |
| 2019 | 20.28 | 31.6% | $35.7 | $1.76 |
| 2018 | 15.41 | -34.84% | $23.73 | $1.54 |
| 2017 | 23.65 | 16.5% | $40.67 | $1.72 |
| 2016 | 20.3 | -4.78% | $30.65 | $1.51 |
| 2015 | 21.32 | -4.48% | $29.63 | $1.39 |
| 2014 | 22.32 | -29.43% | $28.12 | $1.26 |
| 2013 | 31.63 | 31.9% | $32.9 | $1.04 |
| 2012 | 23.98 | 14.79% | $21.1 | $0.88 |
| 2011 | 20.89 | 8.52% | $15.04 | $0.72 |
| 2010 | 19.25 | -9.58% | $11.36 | $0.59 |
Lkq PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 13.97 | -5.86% | $36.75 | $2.63 |
| Sep 2024 | 14.84 | -2.24% | $39.92 | $2.69 |
| Jun 2024 | 15.18 | -12.15% | $41.59 | $2.74 |
| Mar 2024 | 17.28 | 26.87% | $53.41 | $3.09 |
| Dec 2023 | 13.62 | -1.52% | $47.79 | $3.51 |
| Sep 2023 | 13.83 | -10.77% | $49.51 | $3.58 |
| Jun 2023 | 15.5 | 14.73% | $58.27 | $3.76 |
| Mar 2023 | 13.51 | 4.97% | $56.76 | $4.2 |
| Dec 2022 | 12.87 | 15.43% | $53.41 | $4.15 |
| Sep 2022 | 11.15 | -3.71% | $47.15 | $4.23 |
| Jun 2022 | 11.58 | -4.14% | $49.09 | $4.24 |
| Mar 2022 | 12.08 | -25.94% | $45.41 | $3.76 |
| Dec 2021 | 16.31 | 12.17% | $60.03 | $3.68 |
| Sep 2021 | 14.54 | -7.57% | $50.32 | $3.46 |
| Jun 2021 | 15.73 | -6.7% | $49.22 | $3.13 |
LKQ average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of LKQ is above its 3 and 5-year historical averages, but it is lower than the 10-year average.
LKQ PE vs peers
When compared to its peers ORLY and CPRT, LKQ's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than LAD's. Lkq's PE ratio is trading below the peer group average of 27.93.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| LAD Lithia Motors Inc | 11.93 | $9.33B |
| LKQ Lkq Corp | 15.4 | $10.49B |
| GPC Genuine Parts Co | 18.74 | $16.88B |
| DORM Dorman Products Inc | 20.63 | $3.77B |
| ORLY O Reilly Automotive Inc | 32.03 | $75.25B |
| CPRT Copart Inc | 38.76 | $54.53B |
| KAR KAR Auction Services Inc | 45.48 | $2.24B |
| AAP Advance Auto Parts Inc | 144.8 | $2.59B |
| PRTS CarPartscom Inc | N/A | $54.2M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Lkq's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for LKQ stock as of Feb 21, 2025, stands at 15.4.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Lkq (LKQ)?
The average PE ratio for LKQ stock over the past 3 years is 13.78.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Lkq (LKQ)?
The average PE ratio for LKQ stock over the past 5 years is 14.23.
What is the highest PE ratio for LKQ?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 23.65 and it was in the Dec 2017 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for LKQ compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of LKQ is 12% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is LKQ's PE ratio calculated (Lkq PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Feb 21, 2025), Lkq's stock price is $40.49. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $2.63. Therefore, Lkq's price to earnings ratio for today is 15.4. PE RATIO(15.4) = STOCK PRICE($40.49) / TTM EPS($2.63)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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