KWR Quaker Chemical PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Dec 20, 2024, the Quaker Chemical stock's PE ratio is 20.29. This takes into account the latest EPS of $6.83 and stock price of $138.61. The PE ratio marks a decrease of 29% from its last 4 quarters average of 28.6.
KWR PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Quaker Chemical has averaged 65.67 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 20.29 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 | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 34.04 | N/A |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A |
| 2021 | 33.99 | -70.09% |
| 2020 | 113.63 | 43.65% |
| 2019 | 79.1 | 98.49% |
| 2018 | 39.85 | -59.57% |
| 2017 | 98.56 | 257.49% |
| 2016 | 27.57 | 37.03% |
| 2015 | 20.12 | -6.68% |
| 2014 | 21.56 | 19.71% |
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 | 20.29 | $2.47B |
| NTIC Northern Technologies International Corp | 24.14 | $130.31M |
| HWKN Hawkins Inc | 31.55 | $2.59B |
| WDFC Wd 40 Co | 48.82 | $3.38B |
| ACET Adicet Bio Inc | N/A | $74.98M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Quaker Chemical's PE ratio?
KWR's price to earnings ratio is 20.29 as of Dec 20, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Quaker Chemical (KWR)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for KWR stock is 83.63.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Quaker Chemical (KWR)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for KWR stock is 96.51.
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 (Dec 20, 2024), Quaker Chemical's share price is $138.61. 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 20.29. PE RATIO(20.29) = STOCK PRICE($138.61) / TTM EPS($6.83)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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