GATX Gatx PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current price-to-earnings ratio for Gatx stock as of Apr 23, 2025 is 18.2. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $7.8 and the stock price of $141.98 per share. The PE ratio has decreased by 5% from the past four quarters average of 19.2.
GATX PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Gatx for the last ten years is 15.14. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 18.2 is 20% more than the historical average. In the past ten years, GATX's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Sep 2021 quarter at 31.54, when the stock price was $89.56 and the EPS was $2.84. The lowest point was recorded in the Dec 2017 quarter, when it reached 4.8 with a price of $62.16 and an EPS of $12.95.
Gatx PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 162.5% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -50.52% in 2017
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19.87 | 17.85% | $154.96 | $7.8 |
| 2023 | 16.86 | -30.07% | $120.22 | $7.13 |
| 2022 | 24.11 | -6.51% | $106.34 | $4.41 |
| 2021 | 25.79 | 34.25% | $104.19 | $4.04 |
| 2020 | 19.21 | 37.31% | $83.18 | $4.33 |
| 2019 | 13.99 | 11.03% | $82.85 | $5.92 |
| 2018 | 12.6 | 162.5% | $70.81 | $5.62 |
| 2017 | 4.8 | -50.52% | $62.16 | $12.95 |
| 2016 | 9.7 | 8.5% | $61.58 | $6.35 |
| 2015 | 8.94 | -29.33% | $42.55 | $4.76 |
| 2014 | 12.65 | -11.72% | $57.54 | $4.55 |
| 2013 | 14.33 | -3.04% | $52.17 | $3.64 |
| 2012 | 14.78 | -19.1% | $43.3 | $2.93 |
| 2011 | 18.27 | -9.38% | $43.66 | $2.39 |
| 2010 | 20.16 | 22.03% | $35.28 | $1.75 |
Gatx PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 19.87 | 12.64% | $154.96 | $7.8 |
| Sep 2024 | 17.64 | -13.23% | $132.45 | $7.51 |
| Jun 2024 | 20.33 | 6.61% | $132.36 | $6.51 |
| Mar 2024 | 19.07 | 13.11% | $134.03 | $7.03 |
| Dec 2023 | 16.86 | 4.4% | $120.22 | $7.13 |
| Sep 2023 | 16.15 | -23.24% | $108.83 | $6.74 |
| Jun 2023 | 21.04 | -14.89% | $128.74 | $6.12 |
| Mar 2023 | 24.72 | 2.53% | $110.02 | $4.45 |
| Dec 2022 | 24.11 | 34.24% | $106.34 | $4.41 |
| Sep 2022 | 17.96 | -3.7% | $85.15 | $4.74 |
| Jun 2022 | 18.65 | -22.26% | $94.16 | $5.05 |
| Mar 2022 | 23.99 | -6.98% | $123.33 | $5.14 |
| Dec 2021 | 25.79 | -18.23% | $104.19 | $4.04 |
| Sep 2021 | 31.54 | 9.82% | $89.56 | $2.84 |
| Jun 2021 | 28.72 | 25.09% | $88.47 | $3.08 |
GATX average PE ratio chart
GATX's current P/E ratio is above the 10-year average, but it is lower than the 3 and 5-year averages.
GATX PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stock WLFC, GATX's PE ratio is higher.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| WLFC Willis Lease Finance Corp | 8.9 | $938.97M |
| GATX Gatx Corp | 18.46 | $5.13B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Gatx's PE ratio?
GATX's price to earnings ratio is 18.2 as of Apr 23, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Gatx (GATX)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for GATX stock is 19.67.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Gatx (GATX)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for GATX stock is 20.62.
What is the highest PE ratio for GATX?
In the last ten years, the Sep 2021 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 31.54.
How does the current PE ratio for GATX compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of GATX is 20% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is GATX's PE ratio calculated (Gatx PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the earnings per share(EPS) for the last 12 months. As of today (Apr 23, 2025), Gatx's stock price is $141.98. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $7.8. Therefore, Gatx's price to earnings ratio for today is 18.2. PE RATIO(18.2) = STOCK PRICE($141.98) / TTM EPS($7.8)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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