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JNJ Johnson & Johnson PE ratio, current and historical analysis

As of Jul 26, 2024, the Johnson & Johnson stock's PE ratio is 10.55. This takes into account the latest EPS of $15.23 and stock price of $160.64. The PE ratio at present is nearly equal to the average from the previous 4 quarters.

JNJ PE ratio history

How has JNJ's PE ratio performed in the past

The PE ratio of Johnson & Johnson has averaged 44.68 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 10.55 is 76% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, JNJ's PE ratio peaked in the Dec 2017 quarter at 291.08, when the price was $139.72 and the EPS was $0.48. The lowest point was in the Jun 2024 quarter, when it reached 9.6 with a price of $146.16 and an EPS of $15.23.

Average
44.68
Median
22.36
Minimum
9.6
Maximum
291.08

Johnson & Johnson PE ratio by year

Maximum annual increase: 1,426.38% in 2017

Maximum annual decrease: -92.33% in 2018

Year PE ratio Change
2023 11.29 -56.34%
2023 25.86 19.89%
2022 21.57 -23.37%
2021 28.15 10.48%
2019 25.48 14.11%
2018 22.33 -92.33%
2017 291.08 1,426.38%
2017 19.07 3.25%
2016 18.47 1.99%
2014 18.11 -3.52%

JNJ average PE ratio chart

What is the average PE ratio of JNJ for the past years

JNJ's current PE ratio is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.

3-year avg
20.89
5-year avg
22.36
10-year avg
44.68
15-year avg
35.38

JNJ PE vs peers

What is JNJ's PE ratio compared to its peers

In comparison to its peer stocks LLY and MRK, JNJ's PE ratio is lower. Johnson & Johnson's PE ratio is trading below the peer average of 28.11.

Stock name PE ratio Market cap
JNJ Johnson & Johnson 10.55 $386.7B
NVS Novartis AG 13.96 $225.1B
MDT Medtronic plc 28.41 $100.91B
ABT Abbott Laboratories 32.58 $183.08B
SYK Stryker Corp 37.48 $126.35B
LLY ELI LILLY & Co 117.98 $764.72B
MRK Merck & Co Inc 137.65 $317.26B
GILD Gilead Sciences Inc 192.53 $95.94B
PFE Pfizer Inc N/A $174.36B

Frequently asked questions

What is Johnson & Johnson's PE ratio?

JNJ stock has a price to earnings ratio of 10.55 as of Jul 26, 2024.

What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)?

The average PE ratio for JNJ stock over the past 3 years is 20.89.

What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)?

The average PE ratio for JNJ stock over the past 5 years is 22.36.

What is the highest PE ratio for JNJ?

Over the last ten years, the Dec 2017 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 291.08.

How does the current PE ratio for JNJ compare to its historical average?

JNJ's price to earnings ratio is currently 76% below its 10-year historical average.

How is JNJ's PE ratio calculated (Johnson & Johnson 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 (Jul 26, 2024), Johnson & Johnson's share price is $160.64. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jun 2024 is $15.23. Therefore, Johnson & Johnson's PE ratio for today is 10.55. PE RATIO(10.55) = STOCK PRICE($160.64) / TTM EPS($15.23)

All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.