GEF Greif PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Feb 21, 2025, the Greif stock's PE ratio is 12.86. This takes into account the latest EPS of $4.66 and stock price of $59.95. The PE ratio at present is nearly equal to the average from the previous 4 quarters.
GEF PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Greif has averaged 19.75 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 12.86 is 35% 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 | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13.4 | 31.24% | $62.44 | $4.66 |
| 2023 | 10.21 | -1.92% | $63.5 | $6.22 |
| 2022 | 10.41 | 5.79% | $66.21 | $6.36 |
| 2021 | 9.84 | -55.64% | $64.68 | $6.57 |
| 2020 | 22.18 | 63.69% | $40.59 | $1.83 |
| 2019 | 13.55 | 1.96% | $39.17 | $2.89 |
| 2018 | 13.29 | -51.66% | $47.3 | $3.56 |
| 2017 | 27.49 | -24.91% | $55.53 | $2.02 |
| 2016 | 36.61 | 37.37% | $46.86 | $1.28 |
| 2015 | 26.65 | -5.63% | $32.78 | $1.23 |
| 2014 | 28.24 | 30.38% | $44.06 | $1.56 |
| 2013 | 21.66 | 4.79% | $53.49 | $2.47 |
| 2012 | 20.67 | 38.45% | $41.96 | $2.03 |
| 2011 | 14.93 | -11.55% | $44.78 | $3 |
| 2010 | 16.88 | -39.76% | $58.74 | $3.48 |
Greif PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2024 | 13.4 | -6.75% | $62.44 | $4.66 |
| Jul 2024 | 14.37 | 10.2% | $66.68 | $4.64 |
| Apr 2024 | 13.04 | 21.64% | $61.28 | $4.7 |
| Jan 2024 | 10.72 | 5% | $62.61 | $5.84 |
| Oct 2023 | 10.21 | -7.1% | $63.5 | $6.22 |
| Jul 2023 | 10.99 | 31.93% | $73.97 | $6.73 |
| Apr 2023 | 8.33 | -9.75% | $62.79 | $7.54 |
| Jan 2023 | 9.23 | -11.34% | $71.43 | $7.74 |
| Oct 2022 | 10.41 | -5.36% | $66.21 | $6.36 |
| Jul 2022 | 11 | 7.63% | $70.62 | $6.42 |
| Apr 2022 | 10.22 | 9.54% | $60.68 | $5.94 |
| Jan 2022 | 9.33 | -5.18% | $59.16 | $6.34 |
| Oct 2021 | 9.84 | -9.89% | $64.68 | $6.57 |
| Jul 2021 | 10.92 | -27.83% | $60.62 | $5.55 |
| Apr 2021 | 15.13 | -43.71% | $60.51 | $4 |
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 | 12.86 | $2.83B |
| SON Sonoco Products Co | 16.04 | $4.6B |
| SLGN Silgan Holdings Inc | 19.57 | $5.81B |
| TRS Trimas Corp | 34.75 | $916.51M |
| CCK Crown Holdings Inc | 107.77 | $10.44B |
| CYRX Cryoport Inc | N/A | $307.46M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Greif's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for GEF stock is 12.86 as of Feb 21, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Greif (GEF)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for GEF stock is 11.08.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Greif (GEF)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for GEF stock is 12.84.
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 35% 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 (Feb 21, 2025), Greif's share price is $59.95. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Oct 2024 is $4.66. Therefore, Greif's PE ratio for today is 12.86. PE RATIO(12.86) = STOCK PRICE($59.95) / TTM EPS($4.66)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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