FAF First American Financial PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The PE ratio for First American Financial stock stands at 74.63 as of Nov 21, 2024. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.89 and the stock price of $66.42 per share. An increase of 83% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 40.8 of the last four quarters.
FAF PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of First American Financial has been 15.57. The current 74.63 P/E ratio is similar to the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, FAF's PE ratio peaked in the Sep 2024 quarter at 74.17, with a price of $66.01 and an EPS of $0.89. The Sep 2021 quarter marked the lowest point at 5.92, with a price of $67.05 and an EPS of $11.33.
First American Financial PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 204% in 2022
Maximum annual decrease: -28.33% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 30.98 | 45.58% |
| 2022 | 21.28 | 204% |
| 2021 | 7 | -16.17% |
| 2020 | 8.35 | -10.41% |
| 2019 | 9.32 | -12.08% |
| 2018 | 10.6 | -28.33% |
| 2017 | 14.79 | 25.13% |
| 2016 | 11.82 | -12.77% |
| 2015 | 13.55 | -12.86% |
| 2014 | 15.55 | -4.07% |
FAF average PE ratio chart
Currently, FAF's PE ratio is higher than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
FAF PE vs peers
FAF's PE ratio stands higher than its peer stocks ORI and STC.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| ORI Old Republic International Corp | 10.74 | $9.69B |
| ITIC Investors Title Co | 18.61 | $530.56M |
| STC Stewart Information Services Corp | 34.16 | $2.05B |
| FAF First American Financial Corp | 74.63 | $6.84B |
Frequently asked questions
What is First American Financial's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for FAF stock as of Nov 21, 2024, stands at 74.63.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for First American Financial (FAF)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for FAF stock is 24.4.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for First American Financial (FAF)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for FAF stock is 17.76.
What is the highest PE ratio for FAF?
The current PE of 74.63 represents the highest historical value in the last ten years.
How does the current PE ratio for FAF compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of FAF is 379% higher than the 10-year historical average.
Why is First American Financial's PE ratio so high?
FAF's stock price is trading at a higher multiple of earnings, which is why its PE ratio of 74.63 is considered high.
How is FAF's PE ratio calculated (First American Financial PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the EPS for the last 12 months. As of today (Nov 21, 2024), First American Financial's share price is $66.42. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $0.89. Therefore, First American Financial's PE ratio for today is 74.63. PE RATIO(74.63) = STOCK PRICE($66.42) / TTM EPS($0.89)
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