CNA Cna Financial PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The PE ratio for Cna Financial stock stands at 14.91 as of May 16, 2025. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $3.29 and the stock price of $49.04 per share. An increase of 21% has been seen in the P/E ratio compared to the average of 12.3 of the last 4 quarters.
CNA PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Cna Financial has been 13.97. The current 14.91 PE ratio is 7% above the historical average. Over the past ten years, CNA's PE ratio was at its highest in the Mar 2016 quarter at 27.74, with a price of $32.18 and an EPS of $1.16. The Sep 2021 quarter recorded the bottom point at 8.63, with a price of $41.96 and an EPS of $4.86.
Cna Financial PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 66.57% in 2022
Maximum annual decrease: -45.65% in 2010
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13.7 | 43.76% | $48.37 | $3.53 |
| 2023 | 9.53 | -43.41% | $42.31 | $4.44 |
| 2022 | 16.84 | 66.57% | $42.28 | $2.51 |
| 2021 | 10.11 | -34.09% | $44.08 | $4.36 |
| 2020 | 15.34 | 25.94% | $38.96 | $2.54 |
| 2019 | 12.18 | -17.54% | $44.81 | $3.68 |
| 2018 | 14.77 | -7.57% | $44.15 | $2.99 |
| 2017 | 15.98 | 22.45% | $53.05 | $3.32 |
| 2016 | 13.05 | -34.29% | $41.5 | $3.18 |
| 2015 | 19.86 | 31.35% | $35.15 | $1.77 |
| 2014 | 15.12 | 22.73% | $38.71 | $2.56 |
| 2013 | 12.32 | 2.5% | $42.89 | $3.48 |
| 2012 | 12.02 | 2.04% | $28.01 | $2.33 |
| 2011 | 11.78 | -0.67% | $26.75 | $2.27 |
| 2010 | 11.86 | -45.65% | $27.05 | $2.28 |
Cna Financial PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 15.44 | 12.7% | $50.79 | $3.29 |
| Dec 2024 | 13.7 | 34.31% | $48.37 | $3.53 |
| Sep 2024 | 10.2 | 4.29% | $48.94 | $4.8 |
| Jun 2024 | 9.78 | -1.41% | $46.07 | $4.71 |
| Mar 2024 | 9.92 | 4.09% | $45.42 | $4.58 |
| Dec 2023 | 9.53 | -3.83% | $42.31 | $4.44 |
| Sep 2023 | 9.91 | -26.37% | $39.35 | $3.97 |
| Jun 2023 | 13.46 | -12.77% | $38.62 | $2.87 |
| Mar 2023 | 15.43 | -8.37% | $39.03 | $2.53 |
| Dec 2022 | 16.84 | 16.38% | $42.28 | $2.51 |
| Sep 2022 | 14.47 | 17.26% | $36.9 | $2.55 |
| Jun 2022 | 12.34 | 8.91% | $44.9 | $3.64 |
| Mar 2022 | 11.33 | 12.07% | $48.62 | $4.29 |
| Dec 2021 | 10.11 | 17.15% | $44.08 | $4.36 |
| Sep 2021 | 8.63 | -10.66% | $41.96 | $4.86 |
CNA Price vs fair value
You can ether set your own Fair P/E multiple or use one of the automatically calculated Fair P/E multiples.
Fair P/E calculation
PE Ratio is an attempt to estimate a fair PE ratio of a stock based on its earnings and growth rate.
This formula is a modified version of the classic Graham-Dodd Formula (V= EPS x (8.5+2g)), originally developed by Benjamin Graham, to calculate the fair price of a stock based on its earnings and growth rate.
The formula we have created is an adaptation of this approach, designed to maintain a balance between simplicity and growth sensitivity.
It is calculated using the following formula:
IF g < 5: Fair PE = b
IF g >= 5: Fair PE = m × g
Here’s what each part of the formula means:
g: Growth is calculated as the average of the three-year average EPS growth rate and the one-year EPS growth rate (annually). This approach provides a balanced measure of growth by factoring in both the long-term growth trend and the most recent annual growth performance. If one of the growth metrics is not available, the remaining metric is used to determine growth. Growth is a key driver of a stock's value, and our formula directly connects growth to the Fair PE ratio.
m: This is the long term historical median PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth) ratio of the overall market. It serves as a benchmark, adjusting the Fair PE based on typical market conditions.
b: Base PE (static value set to 8). If the company's growth rate is less than 5, the Fair PE is set at a conservative baseline of 8. This is because declining companies generally deserve a lower PE ratio.
Fixed vs Dynamic
Fixed: The Fair PE ratio for all data points is calculated using a single, constant average EPS growth rate, determined based on the most recent period. This means that the same growth rate is applied to all historical data points. Dynamic: The Fair PE ratio for each historical data point is calculated using the trailing average EPS growth rate specific to that point in time. This means that for each data point, the corresponding trailing EPS growth rate is used, ensuring that the Fair PE ratio reflects the growth conditions that were relevant at that specific point in history.
CNA average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of CNA is greater than its 3, 5 and 10-year historical averages.
CNA PE vs peers
CNA's PE ratio is lower than its peer stocks WRB and RLI, but it is greater than HIG's and ACGL's. Cna Financial is presently trading at a lower PE ratio (14.91) than its peer group average of 17.14.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| ACGL Arch Capital Group Ltd | 9.47 | $35.45B |
| HIG Hartford Financial Services Group Inc | 12.88 | $37.25B |
| L Loews Corp | 14.63 | $18.74B |
| CNA Cna Financial Corp | 14.91 | $13.27B |
| WRB Berkley W R Corp | 16.88 | $27.8B |
| HCC Warrior Met Coal Inc | 24.32 | $2.56B |
| RLI Rli Corp | 24.65 | $6.95B |
| WTM White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd | 168.36 | $4.66B |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cna Financial's PE ratio?
As of May 16, 2025, CNA stock has a price to earnings ratio of 14.91.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Cna Financial (CNA)?
The average PE ratio for CNA stock over the past 3 years is 12.59.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Cna Financial (CNA)?
The average PE ratio for CNA stock over the past 5 years is 12.52.
What is the highest PE ratio for CNA?
In the last ten years, the Mar 2016 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 27.74.
How does the current PE ratio for CNA compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of CNA is 7% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is CNA's PE ratio calculated (Cna Financial PE ratio formula)?
The PE ratio is calculated by dividing the most recent price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (May 16, 2025), Cna Financial's stock price is $49.04. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Mar 2025 is $3.29. Therefore, Cna Financial's P/E ratio for today is 14.91. PE RATIO(14.91) = STOCK PRICE($49.04) / TTM EPS($3.29)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.