LAD Lithia Motors PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Oct 9, 2024, the Lithia Motors stock's PE ratio is 9.86. This takes into account the latest EPS of $31.03 and stock price of $305.95. The PE ratio has grown by 16% from its last 4 quarters average of 8.5.
LAD PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Lithia Motors has averaged 10.73 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 9.86 is 8% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, LAD's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2015 quarter at 17.71, when the price was $113.16 and the EPS was $6.39. The lowest point was in the Dec 2022 quarter, when it reached 4.61 with a price of $204.74 and an EPS of $44.38.
Lithia Motors PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 96.53% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -45.58% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 9.06 | 96.53% |
| 2022 | 4.61 | -42.87% |
| 2021 | 8.07 | -45.58% |
| 2020 | 14.83 | 18.07% |
| 2019 | 12.56 | 79.43% |
| 2018 | 7 | -39.71% |
| 2017 | 11.61 | -6.97% |
| 2016 | 12.48 | -18.59% |
| 2015 | 15.33 | -6.12% |
| 2014 | 16.33 | -3.32% |
LAD average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of LAD is higher than the 3 and 5-year averages, but it is lower than its 10-year average.
LAD PE vs peers
LAD's PE ratio stands lower than its peer stocks GPC and KMX, but it is higher than AN's and GPI's. Lithia Motors is currently trading at a lower PE ratio (9.86) than its peers average of 13.13.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| GPI Group 1 Automotive Inc | 8.67 | $4.74B |
| AN Autonation Inc | 8.84 | $6.47B |
| SAH Sonic Automotive Inc | 9.67 | $1.83B |
| LAD Lithia Motors Inc | 9.86 | $8.18B |
| PAG Penske Automotive Group Inc | 11.27 | $10.23B |
| ABG Asbury Automotive Group Inc | 11.35 | $4.47B |
| RUSHA Rush Enterprises Inc | 13.03 | $3.99B |
| GPC Genuine Parts Co | 15.41 | $18.64B |
| KMX Carmax Inc | 26.77 | $11.03B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Lithia Motors's PE ratio?
LAD's price to earnings ratio is 9.86 as of Oct 9, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Lithia Motors (LAD)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for LAD stock is 7.09.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Lithia Motors (LAD)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for LAD stock is 9.31.
What is the highest PE ratio for LAD?
Over the last ten years, the Jun 2015 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 17.71.
How does the current PE ratio for LAD compare to its historical average?
LAD's price to earnings ratio is currently 8% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is Lithia Motors's PE ratio so low?
LAD's PE ratio is low because the stock price is relatively cheap compared to the earnings generated by the company.
How is LAD's PE ratio calculated (Lithia Motors PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is obtained by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Oct 9, 2024), Lithia Motors's share price is $305.95. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jun 2024 is $31.03. Therefore, Lithia Motors's PE ratio for today is 9.86. PE RATIO(9.86) = STOCK PRICE($305.95) / TTM EPS($31.03)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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