KNX Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current P/E ratio for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings stock as of Dec 20, 2024 is 216.46. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.24 and the stock price of $51.95 per share. The PE ratio has increased by 85% from its last 4 quarters average of 116.8.
KNX PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings for the last ten years is 27.45. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 216.46 is in line with the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, KNX's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Sep 2024 quarter at 224.79, when the price was $53.95 and the EPS was $0.24. The lowest point was recorded in the Sep 2018 quarter, when it reached 6.32 with a price of $34.48 and an EPS of $5.46.
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 287.13% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -65.49% in 2017
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 42.7 | 287.13% |
| 2022 | 11.03 | -18.9% |
| 2021 | 13.6 | -21.3% |
| 2020 | 17.28 | -13.21% |
| 2019 | 19.91 | 88.19% |
| 2018 | 10.58 | 6.01% |
| 2017 | 9.98 | -65.49% |
| 2016 | 28.92 | 115.5% |
| 2015 | 13.42 | -46.68% |
| 2014 | 25.17 | 25.66% |
KNX average PE ratio chart
KNX's current PE ratio is higher than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
KNX PE vs peers
KNX's PE ratio is above its peer stocks WERN and MRTN.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| MRTN Marten Transport Ltd | 36.28 | $1.27B |
| WERN Werner Enterprises Inc | 49.04 | $2.21B |
| KNX Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc | 216.46 | $8.41B |
| HTLD Heartland Express Inc | N/A | $883.87M |
| PAMT PAMT Corp. | N/A | $359.19M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for KNX stock as of Dec 20, 2024, stands at 216.46.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings (KNX)?
The average PE ratio for KNX stock over the past 3 years is 47.7.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings (KNX)?
The average PE ratio for KNX stock over the past 5 years is 35.97.
What is the highest PE ratio for KNX?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 224.79 and it was in the Sep 2024 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for KNX compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of KNX is 689% higher than the 10-year historical average.
Why is Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings's PE ratio so high?
KNX's PE ratio of 216.46 is considered high because the company's stock price is trading at a higher multiple of earnings.
How is KNX's PE ratio calculated (Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings 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 (Dec 20, 2024), Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings's share price is $51.95. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $0.24. Therefore, Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings's price to earnings ratio for today is 216.46. PE RATIO(216.46) = STOCK PRICE($51.95) / TTM EPS($0.24)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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