EW Edwards Lifesciences PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 21, 2024, the Edwards Lifesciences stock's PE ratio is 10.14. This takes into account the latest EPS of $6.94 and stock price of $70.38. The PE ratio marks a decrease of 67% from its last 4 quarters average of 30.4.
EW PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Edwards Lifesciences has averaged 41.3 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 10.14 is 75% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, EW's PE ratio peaked in the Dec 2020 quarter at 69.11, when the price was $91.23 and the EPS was $1.32. The lowest point was in the Sep 2024 quarter, when it reached 9.51 with a price of $65.99 and an EPS of $6.94.
Edwards Lifesciences PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 104.49% in 2015
Maximum annual decrease: -43.58% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 33.01 | 8.84% |
| 2022 | 30.33 | -43.58% |
| 2021 | 53.76 | -22.21% |
| 2020 | 69.11 | 49.3% |
| 2019 | 46.29 | 4.26% |
| 2018 | 44.4 | 8.72% |
| 2017 | 40.84 | 16.39% |
| 2016 | 35.09 | 2.63% |
| 2015 | 34.19 | 104.49% |
| 2014 | 16.72 | -11.53% |
EW average PE ratio chart
Currently, EW's PE ratio is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
EW PE vs peers
EW's PE ratio stands lower than its peer stocks BSX and MDT. Edwards Lifesciences is currently trading at a lower PE ratio (10.14) than its peers average of 52.78.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| EW Edwards Lifesciences Corp | 10.14 | $41.51B |
| MDT Medtronic plc | 28.44 | $108.68B |
| MMSI Merit Medical Systems Inc | 50.74 | $6.12B |
| LMAT Lemaitre Vascular Inc | 56.92 | $2.38B |
| BSX Boston Scientific Corp | 75 | $134.86B |
| ICUI Icu Medical Inc | N/A | $4.13B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Edwards Lifesciences's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for EW stock as of Nov 21, 2024, stands at 10.14.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Edwards Lifesciences (EW)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for EW stock is 36.2.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Edwards Lifesciences (EW)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for EW stock is 43.0.
What is the highest PE ratio for EW?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 69.11 and it was in the Dec 2020 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for EW compare to its historical average?
EW's price to earnings ratio is currently 75% below its 10-year historical average.
How is EW's PE ratio calculated (Edwards Lifesciences PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Nov 21, 2024), Edwards Lifesciences's share price is $70.38. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $6.94. Therefore, Edwards Lifesciences's PE ratio for today is 10.14. PE RATIO(10.14) = STOCK PRICE($70.38) / TTM EPS($6.94)
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