SLM SLM PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Apr 25, 2025, the SLM stock's PE ratio is 9.74. This takes into account the latest EPS of $2.85 and stock price of $27.75. The PE ratio marks an increase of 13% from its last 4 quarters average of 8.7.
SLM PE ratio history
The PE ratio of SLM has averaged 10.01 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 9.74 is 2.7% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, SLM's PE ratio peaked in the Dec 2016 quarter at 20.41, when the price was $11.02 and the EPS was $0.54. The lowest point was in the Mar 2020 quarter, when it reached 3.93 with a price of $7.19 and an EPS of $1.83.
SLM PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 230.73% in 2012
Maximum annual decrease: -57.13% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.1 | 28.83% | $27.58 | $2.73 |
| 2023 | 7.84 | -15.97% | $19.12 | $2.44 |
| 2022 | 9.33 | 74.07% | $16.6 | $1.78 |
| 2021 | 5.36 | -1.83% | $19.67 | $3.67 |
| 2020 | 5.46 | -19.71% | $12.39 | $2.27 |
| 2019 | 6.8 | -11.57% | $8.91 | $1.31 |
| 2018 | 7.69 | -57.13% | $8.31 | $1.08 |
| 2017 | 17.94 | -12.1% | $11.3 | $0.63 |
| 2016 | 20.41 | 87.76% | $11.02 | $0.54 |
| 2015 | 10.87 | -54.14% | $6.52 | $0.6 |
| 2014 | 23.7 | -46.79% | $10.19 | $0.43 |
| 2013 | 44.54 | 19.6% | $26.28 | $0.59 |
| 2012 | 37.24 | 230.73% | $17.13 | $0.46 |
| 2011 | 11.26 | -15.91% | $13.4 | $1.19 |
| 2010 | 13.39 | -54.86% | $12.59 | $0.94 |
SLM PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 10.31 | 2.08% | $29.37 | $2.85 |
| Dec 2024 | 10.1 | 28.99% | $27.58 | $2.73 |
| Sep 2024 | 7.83 | 22.73% | $22.87 | $2.92 |
| Jun 2024 | 6.38 | -5.2% | $20.79 | $3.26 |
| Mar 2024 | 6.73 | -14.16% | $21.79 | $3.24 |
| Dec 2023 | 7.84 | -18.25% | $19.12 | $2.44 |
| Sep 2023 | 9.59 | -5.98% | $13.62 | $1.42 |
| Jun 2023 | 10.2 | 47.4% | $16.32 | $1.6 |
| Mar 2023 | 6.92 | -25.83% | $12.39 | $1.79 |
| Dec 2022 | 9.33 | 106.87% | $16.6 | $1.78 |
| Sep 2022 | 4.51 | -13.77% | $13.99 | $3.1 |
| Jun 2022 | 5.23 | -37.37% | $15.94 | $3.05 |
| Mar 2022 | 8.35 | 55.78% | $18.36 | $2.2 |
| Dec 2021 | 5.36 | 9.39% | $19.67 | $3.67 |
| Sep 2021 | 4.9 | -11.07% | $17.6 | $3.59 |
SLM average PE ratio chart
Currently, SLM's PE ratio is higher than its 3 and 5-year averages, but it is lower than its 10-year average.
SLM PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer LC, SLM's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than WRLD's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| WRLD World Acceptance Corp | 9.28 | $770.92M |
| SLM SLM Corp | 9.74 | $5.85B |
| LC LendingClub Corp | 23.83 | $1.24B |
| FMCC Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp | N/A | $3.37B |
Frequently asked questions
What is SLM's PE ratio?
As of Apr 25, 2025, SLM stock has a price to earnings ratio of 9.74.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for SLM (SLM)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for SLM stock is 7.91.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for SLM (SLM)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for SLM stock is 7.08.
What is the highest PE ratio for SLM?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 20.41 in the Dec 2016 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for SLM compare to its historical average?
SLM's price to earnings ratio is currently 2.7% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is SLM's PE ratio so low?
SLM's PE ratio of 9.74 is considered low because the company's stock price is trading at a lower multiple of earnings.
How is SLM's PE ratio calculated (SLM PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is obtained by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Apr 25, 2025), SLM's share price is $27.75. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Mar 2025 is $2.85. Therefore, SLM's PE ratio for today is 9.74. PE RATIO(9.74) = STOCK PRICE($27.75) / TTM EPS($2.85)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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