MCY Mercury General PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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The current P/E ratio for Mercury General stock as of Nov 5, 2025 is 11.61. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $7.04 and the stock price of $81.75 per share. The PE ratio has increased by 35% from its last 4 quarters average of 8.6.
MCY PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Mercury General for the last ten years is 20.9. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 11.61 is 44% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, MCY's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Mar 2020 quarter at 50.27, when the price was $40.72 and the EPS was $0.81. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2021 quarter, when it reached 5.42 with a price of $60.81 and an EPS of $11.22.
Mercury General PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 190.24% in 2010
Maximum annual decrease: -63.29% in 2024
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7.87 | -63.29% | $66.48 | $8.45 |
| 2023 | 21.44 | N/A | $37.31 | $1.74 |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A | $34.2 | -$9.26 |
| 2021 | 11.84 | 53.57% | $53.06 | $4.48 |
| 2020 | 7.71 | -8.54% | $52.21 | $6.77 |
| 2019 | 8.43 | N/A | $48.73 | $5.78 |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A | $51.71 | -$0.1 |
| 2017 | 20.4 | -55.27% | $53.44 | $2.62 |
| 2016 | 45.61 | 32.2% | $60.21 | $1.32 |
| 2015 | 34.5 | 96.69% | $46.57 | $1.35 |
| 2014 | 17.54 | -28.03% | $56.67 | $3.23 |
| 2013 | 24.37 | 30.81% | $49.71 | $2.04 |
| 2012 | 18.63 | 42.54% | $39.69 | $2.13 |
| 2011 | 13.07 | -15.51% | $45.62 | $3.49 |
| 2010 | 15.47 | 190.24% | $43.01 | $2.78 |
Mercury General PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 9.57 | -11.63% | $67.34 | $7.04 |
| Mar 2025 | 10.83 | 37.61% | $55.9 | $5.16 |
| Dec 2024 | 7.87 | 26.12% | $66.48 | $8.45 |
| Sep 2024 | 6.24 | -32.25% | $62.98 | $10.09 |
| Jun 2024 | 9.21 | -30.54% | $53.14 | $5.77 |
| Mar 2024 | 13.26 | -38.15% | $51.6 | $3.89 |
| Dec 2023 | 21.44 | N/A | $37.31 | $1.74 |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | N/A | $28.03 | -$1.84 |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | N/A | $30.27 | -$3.47 |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | N/A | $31.74 | -$6.52 |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | N/A | $34.2 | -$9.26 |
| Sep 2022 | N/A | N/A | $28.42 | -$8.59 |
| Jun 2022 | N/A | N/A | $44.3 | -$6.79 |
| Mar 2022 | N/A | N/A | $55 | -$1.02 |
| Dec 2021 | 11.84 | 47.63% | $53.06 | $4.48 |
MCY Price vs fair value
MCY average PE ratio chart
MCY's current PE ratio is higher than the 3 and 5-year averages, but it is under its 10-year average.
PE comparison
Mercury General's price to earnings (P/E) of 11.61 is lower than the Financial Services sector, the industry and its peers average. Looking at the Financial Services sector average of 13.73, Mercury General's price to earnings (P/E) is 15% lower.
MCY PE vs peers
When compared to its peers ERIE and SAFT, MCY's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than PGR's and ALL's. Mercury General is currently trading at a lower PE ratio (11.61) than its peers average of 13.44.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| ALL Allstate Corp | 9.03 | $51.32B |
| PGR Progressive Corp | 11.43 | $122.52B |
| MCY Mercury General Corp | 11.61 | $4.53B |
| SAFT Safety Insurance Group Inc | 12.58 | $1.07B |
| ERIE Erie Indemnity Co | 20.72 | $13.31B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Mercury General's PE ratio?
MCY's price to earnings ratio is 11.61 as of Nov 5, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Mercury General (MCY)?
Over the last 3 years, the average PE ratio for MCY stock is 11.2.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Mercury General (MCY)?
Over the last 5 years, the average PE ratio for MCY stock is 9.88.
What is the highest PE ratio for MCY?
Over the last ten years, the Mar 2020 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 50.27.
How does the current PE ratio for MCY compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of MCY is 44% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is MCY's PE ratio calculated (Mercury General PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Nov 5, 2025), Mercury General's share price is $81.75. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jun 2025 is $7.04. Therefore, Mercury General's price to earnings ratio for today is 11.61. PE RATIO(11.61) = STOCK PRICE($81.75) / TTM EPS($7.04)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.