LH Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The PE ratio for Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings stock stands at 43.05 as of Dec 20, 2024. This takes into account the latest EPS of $5.31 and stock price of $228.61. The PE ratio at present is nearly equal to the average from the previous four quarters.
LH PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings has been 21.66. The current 43.05 P/E ratio is 99% higher than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, LH's PE ratio peaked in the Dec 2023 quarter at 47.35, with a price of $227.29 and an EPS of $4.8. The Jun 2021 quarter marked the lowest point at 9.34, with a price of $275.85 and an EPS of $29.54.
Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 182.52% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -36.64% in 2020
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 47.35 | 182.52% |
| 2022 | 16.76 | 31.25% |
| 2021 | 12.77 | 0.31% |
| 2020 | 12.73 | -36.64% |
| 2019 | 20.09 | 38.46% |
| 2018 | 14.51 | 9.1% |
| 2017 | 13.3 | -28.11% |
| 2016 | 18.5 | -33.72% |
| 2015 | 27.91 | 56.01% |
| 2014 | 17.89 | 24.5% |
LH average PE ratio chart
Currently, LH's PE ratio is higher than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
LH PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer QGEN, LH's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than IDXX's and DGX's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| DGX Quest Diagnostics Inc | 20.36 | $17.09B |
| IDXX Idexx Laboratories Inc | 39.38 | $33.76B |
| LH Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings | 43.05 | $19.12B |
| QGEN Qiagen NV | 120.73 | $10B |
| NEO Neogenomics Inc | N/A | $2.11B |
| ENZ Enzo Biochem Inc | N/A | $39.85M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings's PE ratio?
As of Dec 20, 2024, LH stock has a price to earnings ratio of 43.05.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings (LH)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for LH stock is 25.5.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings (LH)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for LH stock is 23.63.
What is the highest PE ratio for LH?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 47.35 in the Dec 2023 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for LH compare to its historical average?
LH's price to earnings ratio is currently 99% above its 10-year historical average.
How is LH's PE ratio calculated (Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Dec 20, 2024), Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings's share price is $228.61. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $5.31. Therefore, Laboratory Corp Of America Holdings's PE ratio for today is 43.05. PE RATIO(43.05) = STOCK PRICE($228.61) / TTM EPS($5.31)
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