CXW CoreCivic PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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As of Nov 5, 2025, the CXW stock has a PE ratio of 19.83. The calculation is based on the latest EPS of $0.94 and the stock price of $18.64 per share. A decrease of 23% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 25.8 of the past four quarters.
CXW PE ratio history
The mean historical PE ratio of CoreCivic over the last ten years is 15.7. The current 19.83 price-to-earnings ratio is 26% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, CXW's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2024 quarter at 35.06, with a price of $21.74 and an EPS of $0.62. The Jun 2020 quarter saw the lowest point at 7.61, with a price of $9.36 and an EPS of $1.23.
CoreCivic PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 119.52% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -47.88% in 2013
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35.06 | 42.35% | $21.74 | $0.62 |
| 2023 | 24.63 | 119.52% | $14.53 | $0.59 |
| 2022 | 11.22 | N/A | $11.56 | $1.03 |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A | $9.97 | -$0.43 |
| 2020 | 14.56 | 33.21% | $6.55 | $0.45 |
| 2019 | 10.93 | -17.88% | $17.38 | $1.59 |
| 2018 | 13.31 | -10.67% | $17.83 | $1.34 |
| 2017 | 14.9 | 13.91% | $22.5 | $1.51 |
| 2016 | 13.08 | -6.17% | $24.46 | $1.87 |
| 2015 | 13.94 | -35.55% | $26.49 | $1.9 |
| 2014 | 21.63 | 84.87% | $36.34 | $1.68 |
| 2013 | 11.7 | -47.88% | $32.07 | $2.74 |
| 2012 | 22.45 | 70.85% | $35.47 | $1.58 |
| 2011 | 13.14 | -26.59% | $20.37 | $1.55 |
| 2010 | 17.9 | -3.03% | $25.06 | $1.4 |
CoreCivic PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 22.41 | -16.07% | $21.07 | $0.94 |
| Mar 2025 | 26.7 | -23.84% | $20.29 | $0.76 |
| Dec 2024 | 35.06 | 85.7% | $21.74 | $0.62 |
| Sep 2024 | 18.88 | -12.71% | $12.65 | $0.67 |
| Jun 2024 | 21.63 | -22.42% | $12.98 | $0.6 |
| Mar 2024 | 27.88 | 13.2% | $15.61 | $0.56 |
| Dec 2023 | 24.63 | 24.77% | $14.53 | $0.59 |
| Sep 2023 | 19.74 | 118.12% | $11.25 | $0.57 |
| Jun 2023 | 9.05 | -1.63% | $9.41 | $1.04 |
| Mar 2023 | 9.2 | -18% | $9.2 | $1 |
| Dec 2022 | 11.22 | 37% | $11.56 | $1.03 |
| Sep 2022 | 8.19 | -45.44% | $8.84 | $1.08 |
| Jun 2022 | 15.01 | 4.82% | $11.11 | $0.74 |
| Mar 2022 | 14.32 | N/A | $11.17 | $0.78 |
| Dec 2021 | N/A | N/A | $9.97 | -$0.43 |
CXW Price vs fair value
CXW average PE ratio chart
CXW's current PE ratio is higher than the 5 and 10-year averages, but it is under its 3-year average.
PE comparison
With a price to earnings (P/E) of 19.83, CXW stands lower than the Industrials sector and the industry average. Looking at the Industrials sector average of 25.78, CoreCivic's price to earnings (P/E) is 23% lower.
CXW PE vs peers
CXW's PE ratio is less than its peer stocks BCO and GEO, but it is above ADT's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| ADT ADT Inc | 11.28 | $6.75B |
| CXW CoreCivic Inc | 19.83 | $2B |
| GEO Geo Group Inc | 25.86 | $2.38B |
| BCO Brinks Co | 30.12 | $4.74B |
Frequently asked questions
What is CoreCivic's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for CXW stock is 19.83 as of Nov 5, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for CoreCivic (CXW)?
Over the last 3 years, the average PE ratio for CXW stock is 20.58.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for CoreCivic (CXW)?
Over the last 5 years, the average PE ratio for CXW stock is 18.57.
What is the highest PE ratio for CXW?
Over the last ten years, the Dec 2024 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 35.06.
How does the current PE ratio for CXW compare to its historical average?
CXW's current price to earnings ratio is 26% above its 10-year historical average.
How is CXW's PE ratio calculated (CoreCivic PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months earnings per share(EPS). As of today (Nov 5, 2025), CoreCivic's share price is $18.64. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jun 2025 is $0.94. Therefore, CoreCivic's price to earnings ratio for today is 19.83. PE RATIO(19.83) = STOCK PRICE($18.64) / TTM EPS($0.94)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.