PLAB Photronics PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The PE ratio for Photronics stock stands at 10.26 as of Feb 21, 2025. This takes into account the latest EPS of $2.12 and stock price of $21.76. A decrease of 15% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 12.0 of the last four quarters.
PLAB PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Photronics has been 19.27. The current 10.26 P/E ratio is 47% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, PLAB's PE ratio peaked in the Jul 2017 quarter at 52.63, with a price of $10 and an EPS of $0.19. The Apr 2023 quarter marked the lowest point at 7.23, with a price of $14.46 and an EPS of $2.
Photronics PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 246.86% in 2017
Maximum annual decrease: -68.23% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.75 | 19.98% | $22.8 | $2.12 |
| 2023 | 8.96 | 8.21% | $18.36 | $2.05 |
| 2022 | 8.28 | -42.62% | $16.22 | $1.96 |
| 2021 | 14.43 | -23.04% | $12.99 | $0.9 |
| 2020 | 18.75 | -28.49% | $9.75 | $0.52 |
| 2019 | 26.22 | 64.18% | $11.8 | $0.45 |
| 2018 | 15.97 | -68.23% | $9.74 | $0.61 |
| 2017 | 50.26 | 246.86% | $9.55 | $0.19 |
| 2016 | 14.49 | 1.26% | $9.85 | $0.68 |
| 2015 | 14.31 | -33.13% | $9.59 | $0.67 |
| 2014 | 21.4 | -22.46% | $8.99 | $0.42 |
| 2013 | 27.6 | 162.86% | $8.28 | $0.3 |
| 2012 | 10.5 | -54.7% | $4.83 | $0.46 |
| 2011 | 23.18 | 65.81% | $6.49 | $0.28 |
| 2010 | 13.98 | N/A | $6.29 | $0.45 |
Photronics PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2024 | 10.75 | -3.07% | $22.8 | $2.12 |
| Jul 2024 | 11.09 | -14.1% | $25.62 | $2.31 |
| Apr 2024 | 12.91 | -3.66% | $28.28 | $2.19 |
| Jan 2024 | 13.4 | 49.55% | $30.14 | $2.25 |
| Oct 2023 | 8.96 | -34.07% | $18.36 | $2.05 |
| Jul 2023 | 13.59 | 87.97% | $26.23 | $1.93 |
| Apr 2023 | 7.23 | -30.88% | $14.46 | $2 |
| Jan 2023 | 10.46 | 26.33% | $18.82 | $1.8 |
| Oct 2022 | 8.28 | -42.26% | $16.22 | $1.96 |
| Jul 2022 | 14.34 | 36.83% | $23.81 | $1.66 |
| May 2022 | 10.48 | -30.5% | $14.99 | $1.43 |
| Jan 2022 | 15.08 | 4.5% | $17.34 | $1.15 |
| Oct 2021 | 14.43 | -26.6% | $12.99 | $0.9 |
| Aug 2021 | 19.66 | -11.76% | $13.37 | $0.68 |
| May 2021 | 22.28 | 0.36% | $12.7 | $0.57 |
PLAB average PE ratio chart
Currently, PLAB's PE ratio is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PLAB PE vs peers
PLAB's PE ratio stands lower than its peer stock MU, but it is higher than ACLS's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| ACLS Axcelis Technologies Inc | 9.28 | $2.05B |
| PLAB Photronics Inc | 10.26 | $1.38B |
| MU Micron Technology Inc | 28.24 | $110.12B |
| AXTI Axt Inc | N/A | $70.71M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Photronics's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for PLAB stock is 10.26 as of Feb 21, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Photronics (PLAB)?
The average PE ratio for PLAB stock over the past 3 years is 11.04.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Photronics (PLAB)?
The average PE ratio for PLAB stock over the past 5 years is 14.56.
What is the highest PE ratio for PLAB?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 52.63 in the Jul 2017 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for PLAB compare to its historical average?
PLAB's price to earnings ratio is currently 47% below its 10-year historical average.
How is PLAB's PE ratio calculated (Photronics 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), Photronics's share price is $21.76. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Oct 2024 is $2.12. Therefore, Photronics's PE ratio for today is 10.26. PE RATIO(10.26) = STOCK PRICE($21.76) / TTM EPS($2.12)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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