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CoreCivic
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- PEG Ratio
CoreCivic is trading with a PEG ratio of 0.38, based on Jun 23, 2026 data. Dividing the 23.98 PE ratio by the 63.2% earnings growth rate yields this valuation metric. Relative to the 0.32 average from the past four quarters, the PEG ratio is up by 19%.
CXW PEG ratio history
Historically, CoreCivic has a PEG ratio averaging 2.0 across the past ten years. At 0.38, today's PEG ratio sits 81% less than its historical average. The ten years high occurred in the Mar 2020 quarter at 11, reflecting maximum valuation relative to growth. The minimum was hit in the Dec 2022 quarter at 0.03, indicating optimal value relative to growth during that period.
CoreCivic PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.23 | 17.53 | 75.8% |
| 2024 | 6.87 | 35.06 | 5.1% |
| 2023 | N/A | 24.63 | -42.7% |
| 2022 | 0.03 | 11.22 | 339.5% |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A | -195.6% |
| 2020 | N/A | 14.56 | -71.7% |
| 2019 | 0.58 | 10.93 | 18.7% |
| 2018 | N/A | 13.31 | -11.3% |
| 2017 | N/A | 14.9 | -19.3% |
| 2016 | N/A | 13.08 | -1.6% |
| 2015 | 1.06 | 13.94 | 13.1% |
| 2014 | N/A | 21.63 | -38.7% |
| 2013 | 0.16 | 11.7 | 73.4% |
| 2012 | 11.82 | 22.45 | 1.9% |
| 2011 | 1.23 | 13.14 | 10.7% |
CoreCivic PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 0.24 | 15.25 | 63.2% |
| Dec 2025 | 0.23 | 17.53 | 75.8% |
| Sep 2025 | 0.41 | 20.35 | 49.3% |
| Jun 2025 | 0.4 | 22.41 | 56.7% |
| Mar 2025 | 0.75 | 26.7 | 35.7% |
| Dec 2024 | 6.87 | 35.06 | 5.1% |
| Sep 2024 | 1.08 | 18.88 | 17.5% |
| Jun 2024 | N/A | 21.63 | -42.3% |
| Mar 2024 | N/A | 27.88 | -44% |
| Dec 2023 | N/A | 24.63 | -42.7% |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | 19.74 | -47.2% |
| Jun 2023 | 0.22 | 9.05 | 40.5% |
| Mar 2023 | 0.33 | 9.2 | 28.2% |
| Dec 2022 | 0.03 | 11.22 | 339.5% |
| Sep 2022 | 0.04 | 8.19 | 220% |
CXW average PEG ratio chart
CXW's PEG ratio today is lower than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
With a PEG of 0.38, CXW stands below the Industrials sector and the industry average. Looking at its Industrials sector average of 1.12, CoreCivic's PEG is 66% lower.
CXW EPS growth
CXW Price vs fair value
CXW PEG vs peers
Compared to its peers, CXW has a PEG ratio lower than stock BCO, while greater than ADT's and GEO's.
| Stock name | PEG ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| GEO Geo Group Inc | 0.02 | $4B |
| ADT ADT Inc | 0.35 | $5.19B |
| CXW CoreCivic Inc | 0.38 | $2.94B |
| BCO Brinks Co | 1.6 | $3.98B |
Frequently asked questions
What is CoreCivic's PEG ratio?
According to Jun 23, 2026 data, CXW's PEG ratio sits at 0.38.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for CoreCivic (CXW)?
Over the last 3 years, CXW's PEG ratio has averaged at 1.28.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for CoreCivic (CXW)?
Over the last 5 years, CXW's PEG ratio has averaged at 0.83.
What is the highest PEG ratio for CXW?
CXW's PEG ratio peaked at 11 during the Mar 2020 quarter - the highest in ten years.
How does the current PEG ratio for CXW compare to its historical average?
Compared to the 10-year average, CXW's PEG ratio is 81% lower.
Why is CoreCivic's PEG ratio so low?
Rapid earnings growth combined with a reasonable valuation yields CXW a PEG ratio of 0.38.
How is CXW's PEG ratio calculated (CoreCivic PEG ratio formula)?
Computing the PEG ratio involves dividing the PE ratio by the company's earnings per share growth (YoY TTM). As of Jun 23, 2026, CoreCivic has a P/E ratio of 23.98. Earnings grew at 63.2% over the TTM period ending Mar 2026. Applying the formula, this gives a price to earnings growth ratio of 0.38. PEG RATIO(0.38) = PE RATIO(23.98) / EPS GROWTH(63.2%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.