KWR Quaker Chemical PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Feb 21, 2025, the Quaker Chemical stock's PE ratio is 20.74. This takes into account the latest EPS of $6.83 and stock price of $141.68. The PE ratio marks a decrease of 28% from its last 4 quarters average of 28.6.
KWR PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Quaker Chemical has averaged 66.93 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 20.74 is 69% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2009 | 13.95 | -10.12% | $20.64 | $1.48 |
Quaker Chemical PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Jun 2021 | 28.58 | -29.78% | $237.19 | $8.3 |
| Mar 2021 | 40.7 | -64.18% | $243.77 | $5.99 |
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 WDFC and HWKN, KWR's PE ratio is lower.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| KWR Quaker Chemical Corp | 20.74 | $2.52B |
| NTIC Northern Technologies International Corp | 21.08 | $105.79M |
| HWKN Hawkins Inc | 26.57 | $2.19B |
| WDFC Wd 40 Co | 43.89 | $3.1B |
| ACET Adicet Bio Inc | N/A | $80.21M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Quaker Chemical's PE ratio?
KWR's price to earnings ratio is 20.74 as of Feb 21, 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 89.14.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Quaker Chemical (KWR)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for KWR stock is 97.67.
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 69% 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 (Feb 21, 2025), Quaker Chemical's share price is $141.68. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $6.83. Therefore, Quaker Chemical's PE ratio for today is 20.74. PE RATIO(20.74) = STOCK PRICE($141.68) / TTM EPS($6.83)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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