MKSI Mks Instruments PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Jan 21, 2025, the Mks Instruments stock's PE ratio is 260.09. This takes into account the latest EPS of $0.47 and stock price of $122.24.
MKSI PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Mks Instruments has averaged 52.06 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 260.09 is similar to the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, MKSI's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2024 quarter at 932.71, when the price was $130.58 and the EPS was $0.14. The lowest point was in the Dec 2018 quarter, when it reached 8.95 with a price of $64.61 and an EPS of $7.22.
Mks Instruments PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 378.32% in 2019
Maximum annual decrease: -62.23% in 2014
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | N/A | N/A |
| 2022 | 15.21 | -13.09% |
| 2021 | 17.5 | -26.04% |
| 2020 | 23.66 | -44.73% |
| 2019 | 42.81 | 378.32% |
| 2018 | 8.95 | -40.73% |
| 2017 | 15.1 | -50.18% |
| 2016 | 30.31 | 93.67% |
| 2015 | 15.65 | -7.23% |
| 2014 | 16.87 | -62.23% |
MKSI average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of MKSI is higher than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
MKSI PE vs peers
MKSI's PE ratio stands higher than its peer stocks AMAT and LRCX. Mks Instruments's current PE ratio of 260.09 is similar to the average of its peers, which is 51.81.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| AMAT Applied Materials Inc | 22.51 | $159.02B |
| LRCX Lam Research Corp | 26.95 | $107.5B |
| AME Ametek Inc | 32.7 | $43.65B |
| ESE Esco Technologies Inc | 34.13 | $3.48B |
| ROP Roper Technologies Inc | 38.75 | $57.29B |
| ENTG Entegris Inc | 70.49 | $16.18B |
| CGNX Cognex Corp | 77.69 | $6.93B |
| AEIS Advanced Energy Industries Inc | 110.44 | $4.74B |
| MKSI Mks Instruments Inc | 261.04 | $8.26B |
| COHU Cohu Inc | N/A | $1.14B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Mks Instruments's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for MKSI stock as of Jan 21, 2025, stands at 260.09.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Mks Instruments (MKSI)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for MKSI stock is 178.6.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Mks Instruments (MKSI)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for MKSI stock is 94.97.
What is the highest PE ratio for MKSI?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 932.71 and it was in the Jun 2024 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for MKSI compare to its historical average?
MKSI's price to earnings ratio is currently 400% above its 10-year historical average.
Why is Mks Instruments's PE ratio so high?
MKSI's PE ratio of 260.09 is considered high because the company's stock price is trading at a higher multiple of earnings.
How is MKSI's PE ratio calculated (Mks Instruments PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Jan 21, 2025), Mks Instruments's share price is $122.24. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $0.47. Therefore, Mks Instruments's PE ratio for today is 260.09. PE RATIO(260.09) = STOCK PRICE($122.24) / TTM EPS($0.47)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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