KWR Quaker Chemical PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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As of Jul 17, 2025, the Quaker Chemical stock's PE ratio is 23.05. This takes into account the latest EPS of $5.28 and stock price of $121.73. The PE ratio marks a decrease of 2.3% from its last 4 quarters average of 23.6.
KWR PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Quaker Chemical has averaged 66.99 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 23.05 is 66% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, KWR's PE ratio peaked in the Sep 2020 quarter at 417.93, when the price was $179.71 and the EPS was $0.43. The lowest point was in the Sep 2015 quarter, when it reached 19.51 with a price of $77.08 and an EPS of $3.95.
Quaker Chemical PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 257.49% in 2017
Maximum annual decrease: -70.09% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 21.62 | -36.49% | $140.76 | $6.51 |
| 2023 | 34.04 | N/A | $213.42 | $6.27 |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A | $166.9 | -$0.89 |
| 2021 | 33.99 | -70.09% | $230.78 | $6.79 |
| 2020 | 113.63 | 43.65% | $253.39 | $2.23 |
| 2019 | 79.1 | 98.49% | $164.52 | $2.08 |
| 2018 | 39.85 | -59.57% | $177.71 | $4.46 |
| 2017 | 98.56 | 257.49% | $150.79 | $1.53 |
| 2016 | 27.57 | 37.03% | $127.94 | $4.64 |
| 2015 | 20.12 | -6.68% | $77.26 | $3.84 |
| 2014 | 21.56 | 19.71% | $92.04 | $4.27 |
| 2013 | 18.01 | 21.69% | $77.07 | $4.28 |
| 2012 | 14.8 | 41.22% | $53.86 | $3.64 |
| 2011 | 10.48 | -28.32% | $38.89 | $3.71 |
| 2010 | 14.62 | 4.8% | $41.67 | $2.85 |
Quaker Chemical PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 23.41 | 8.28% | $123.61 | $5.28 |
| Dec 2024 | 21.62 | -12.36% | $140.76 | $6.51 |
| Sep 2024 | 24.67 | 0.16% | $168.49 | $6.83 |
| Jun 2024 | 24.63 | -21.03% | $169.7 | $6.89 |
| Mar 2024 | 31.19 | -8.37% | $205.25 | $6.58 |
| Dec 2023 | 34.04 | -80.85% | $213.42 | $6.27 |
| Sep 2023 | 177.78 | -57.13% | $160 | $0.9 |
| Jun 2023 | 414.68 | N/A | $194.9 | $0.47 |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | N/A | $197.95 | -$0.36 |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | N/A | $166.9 | -$0.89 |
| Sep 2022 | 33.11 | 3.18% | $144.38 | $4.36 |
| Jun 2022 | 32.09 | 6.58% | $149.52 | $4.66 |
| Mar 2022 | 30.11 | -11.42% | $172.81 | $5.74 |
| Dec 2021 | 33.99 | 21.7% | $230.78 | $6.79 |
| Sep 2021 | 27.93 | -2.27% | $237.72 | $8.51 |
KWR Price vs fair value
KWR average PE ratio chart
KWR's current PE ratio is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
KWR PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer stocks HWKN and WDFC, KWR's PE ratio is lower.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| KWR Quaker Chemical Corp | 22.59 | $2.11B |
| NTIC Northern Technologies International Corp | 26.26 | $77.12M |
| WDFC Wd 40 Co | 34.32 | $2.95B |
| HWKN Hawkins Inc | 39.64 | $3.34B |
| ACET Adicet Bio Inc | N/A | $62.76M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Quaker Chemical's PE ratio?
KWR's price to earnings ratio is 23.05 as of Jul 17, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Quaker Chemical (KWR)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for KWR stock is 87.24.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Quaker Chemical (KWR)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for KWR stock is 88.83.
What is the highest PE ratio for KWR?
Over the last ten years, the Sep 2020 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 417.93.
How does the current PE ratio for KWR compare to its historical average?
KWR's price to earnings ratio is currently 66% below its 10-year historical average.
How is KWR's PE ratio calculated (Quaker Chemical PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Jul 17, 2025), Quaker Chemical's share price is $121.73. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Mar 2025 is $5.28. Therefore, Quaker Chemical's PE ratio for today is 23.05. PE RATIO(23.05) = STOCK PRICE($121.73) / TTM EPS($5.28)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.