MCK Mckesson PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Mckesson stock as of Mar 25, 2025 is 30.23. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $21.95 and the stock price of $663.6 per share. The PE ratio has grown by 19% from its last 4 quarters average of 25.3.
MCK PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Mckesson for the last ten years is 61.04. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 30.23 is 50% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, MCK's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Mar 2019 quarter at 688.59, when the price was $117.06 and the EPS was $0.17. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2017 quarter, when it reached 6.46 with a price of $148.26 and an EPS of $22.95.
Mckesson PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 6,714.55% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -96.06% in 2020
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.82 | 68.82% | $536.85 | $22.54 |
| 2023 | 14.11 | -66.26% | $356.05 | $25.23 |
| 2022 | 41.82 | N/A | $306.13 | $7.32 |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A | $195.04 | -$28.26 |
| 2020 | 27.16 | -96.06% | $135.26 | $4.98 |
| 2019 | 688.59 | 56.42% | $117.06 | $0.17 |
| 2018 | 440.22 | 6,714.55% | $140.87 | $0.32 |
| 2017 | 6.46 | -59.65% | $148.26 | $22.95 |
| 2016 | 16.01 | -54.91% | $157.25 | $9.82 |
| 2015 | 35.51 | 10.8% | $226.2 | $6.37 |
| 2014 | 32.05 | 69.49% | $176.57 | $5.51 |
| 2013 | 18.91 | 22.79% | $107.96 | $5.71 |
| 2012 | 15.4 | -9.41% | $87.77 | $5.7 |
| 2011 | 17 | 21.6% | $79.05 | $4.65 |
| 2010 | 13.98 | 19.28% | $65.72 | $4.7 |
Mckesson PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 25.96 | 1.96% | $569.91 | $21.95 |
| Sep 2024 | 25.46 | -1.96% | $494.42 | $19.42 |
| Jun 2024 | 25.97 | 9.03% | $584.04 | $22.49 |
| Mar 2024 | 23.82 | 14.41% | $536.85 | $22.54 |
| Dec 2023 | 20.82 | 22.11% | $462.98 | $22.24 |
| Sep 2023 | 17.05 | 7.84% | $434.85 | $25.5 |
| Jun 2023 | 15.81 | 12.05% | $427.31 | $27.02 |
| Mar 2023 | 14.11 | -17.34% | $356.05 | $25.23 |
| Dec 2022 | 17.07 | -28.58% | $375.12 | $21.97 |
| Sep 2022 | 23.9 | -30.54% | $339.87 | $14.22 |
| Jun 2022 | 34.41 | -17.72% | $326.21 | $9.48 |
| Mar 2022 | 41.82 | 48.56% | $306.13 | $7.32 |
| Dec 2021 | 28.15 | N/A | $248.57 | $8.83 |
| Sep 2021 | N/A | N/A | $199.38 | -$30.16 |
| Jun 2021 | N/A | N/A | $191.24 | -$28.33 |
MCK average PE ratio chart
Currently, MCK's PE ratio is above its 3 and 5-year averages, but it is under its 10-year average.
MCK PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stocks CAH and HSIC, MCK's PE ratio is higher.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| PDCO Patterson Companies Inc | 20.15 | $2.76B |
| HSIC Henry Schein Inc | 22.6 | $8.62B |
| CAH Cardinal Health Inc | 24.63 | $32.07B |
| MCK Mckesson Corp | 30.23 | $83.17B |
| OMI Owens & Minor Inc | N/A | $680.55M |
| PINC Premier Inc | N/A | $1.73B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Mckesson's PE ratio?
MCK stock has a price to earnings ratio of 30.23 as of Mar 25, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Mckesson (MCK)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for MCK stock is 23.85.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Mckesson (MCK)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for MCK stock is 23.83.
What is the highest PE ratio for MCK?
Over the last ten years, the Mar 2019 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 688.59.
How does the current PE ratio for MCK compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of MCK is 50% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is MCK's PE ratio calculated (Mckesson PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months earnings per share(EPS). As of today (Mar 25, 2025), Mckesson's share price is $663.6. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $21.95. Therefore, Mckesson's price to earnings ratio for today is 30.23. PE RATIO(30.23) = STOCK PRICE($663.6) / TTM EPS($21.95)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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