GEF Greif PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 21, 2024, the Greif stock's PE ratio is 14.97. This takes into account the latest EPS of $4.64 and stock price of $69.44. The PE ratio marks an increase of 24% from its last 4 quarters average of 12.1.
GEF PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Greif has averaged 20.04 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 14.97 is 25% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, GEF's PE ratio peaked in the Jan 2016 quarter at 50.83, when the price was $26.43 and the EPS was $0.52. The lowest point was in the Apr 2023 quarter, when it reached 8.33 with a price of $62.79 and an EPS of $7.54.
Greif PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 63.69% in 2020
Maximum annual decrease: -55.64% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10.21 | -1.92% |
| 2022 | 10.41 | 5.79% |
| 2021 | 9.84 | -55.64% |
| 2020 | 22.18 | 63.69% |
| 2019 | 13.55 | 1.96% |
| 2018 | 13.29 | -51.66% |
| 2017 | 27.49 | -24.91% |
| 2016 | 36.61 | 37.37% |
| 2015 | 26.65 | -5.63% |
| 2014 | 28.24 | 30.38% |
GEF average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of GEF is higher than its 3 and 5-year averages, but it is lower than its 10-year average.
GEF PE vs peers
GEF's PE ratio stands lower than its peer stocks CCK and SLGN.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| GEF Greif Inc | 14.97 | $3.28B |
| SON Sonoco Products Co | 17.21 | $4.94B |
| SLGN Silgan Holdings Inc | 20.07 | $5.96B |
| TRS Trimas Corp | 40.91 | $1.08B |
| CCK Crown Holdings Inc | 113.42 | $10.99B |
| CYRX Cryoport Inc | N/A | $322.29M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Greif's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for GEF stock is 14.97 as of Nov 21, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Greif (GEF)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for GEF stock is 10.71.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Greif (GEF)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for GEF stock is 12.86.
What is the highest PE ratio for GEF?
Over the last ten years, the Jan 2016 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 50.83.
How does the current PE ratio for GEF compare to its historical average?
GEF's price to earnings ratio is currently 25% below its 10-year historical average.
How is GEF's PE ratio calculated (Greif 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), Greif's share price is $69.44. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jul 2024 is $4.64. Therefore, Greif's PE ratio for today is 14.97. PE RATIO(14.97) = STOCK PRICE($69.44) / TTM EPS($4.64)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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