LXU Lsb Industries PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Lsb Industries stock as of Sep 6, 2024 is 177.5. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.04 and the stock price of $7.1 per share. The PE ratio has grown by 159% from its last 4 quarters average of 68.6.
LXU PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Lsb Industries for the last ten years is 42.94. The current P/E ratio of 177.5 is similar to the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, LXU's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2015 quarter at 261.79, when the price was $31.42 and the EPS was $0.12. The lowest point was in the Sep 2016 quarter, when it reached 3.08 with a price of $6.6 and an EPS of $2.14.
Lsb Industries PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 414.52% in 2023
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 25.16 | 414.52% |
| 2022 | 4.89 | N/A |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A |
| 2019 | N/A | N/A |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A |
| 2017 | N/A | N/A |
| 2016 | 3.32 | N/A |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A |
| 2014 | 36.64 | 117.19% |
LXU average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of LXU is higher than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
LXU PE vs peers
LXU's PE ratio stands higher than its peer stocks APD and LII. Lsb Industries's current PE ratio of 177.5 is similar to the average of its peers, which is 20.79.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| FMC Fmc Corp | 5.45 | $7.52B |
| CF CF Industries Holdings Inc | 13.95 | $14.17B |
| UAN Cvr Partners Lp | 14.35 | $709.96M |
| AOS Smith A O Corp | 19.77 | $11.22B |
| APD Air Products & Chemicals Inc | 23.24 | $59.74B |
| LII Lennox International Inc | 30.59 | $19.76B |
| AAON Aaon Inc | 38.17 | $7.08B |
| LXU Lsb Industries Inc | 177.5 | $508.51M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Lsb Industries's PE ratio?
LXU stock has a price to earnings ratio of 177.5 as of Sep 6, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Lsb Industries (LXU)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for LXU stock is 36.76.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Lsb Industries (LXU)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for LXU stock is 36.76.
What is the highest PE ratio for LXU?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 261.79 in the Jun 2015 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for LXU compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of LXU is 313% higher than the 10-year historical average.
Why is Lsb Industries's PE ratio so high?
LXU's stock price is trading at a higher multiple of earnings, which is why its PE ratio of 177.5 is considered high.
How is LXU's PE ratio calculated (Lsb Industries PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the EPS for the last 12 months. As of today (Sep 6, 2024), Lsb Industries's share price is $7.1. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jun 2024 is $0.04. Therefore, Lsb Industries's PE ratio for today is 177.5. PE RATIO(177.5) = STOCK PRICE($7.1) / TTM EPS($0.04)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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