MED Medifast PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Medifast stock as of Nov 21, 2024 is 27.73. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.66 and the stock price of $18.3 per share. The PE ratio has grown by 119% from its last 4 quarters average of 12.7.
MED PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Medifast for the last ten years is 21.02. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 27.73 is 32% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, MED's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Sep 2018 quarter at 56.09, when the price was $221.55 and the EPS was $3.95. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2024 quarter, when it reached 6.17 with a price of $38.32 and an EPS of $6.21.
Medifast PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 114.78% in 2014
Maximum annual decrease: -43.96% in 2015
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7.36 | -18.22% |
| 2022 | 9 | -39.8% |
| 2021 | 14.95 | -33.44% |
| 2020 | 22.46 | 35.71% |
| 2019 | 16.55 | -38.18% |
| 2018 | 26.77 | -11.03% |
| 2017 | 30.09 | 9.14% |
| 2016 | 27.57 | 52.49% |
| 2015 | 18.08 | -43.96% |
| 2014 | 32.26 | 114.78% |
MED average PE ratio chart
Currently, MED's PE ratio is above its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
MED PE vs peers
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| MED Medifast Inc | 27.73 | $200.16M |
| WTW Willis Towers Watson Plc | N/A | $31.64B |
| ABEO Abeona Therapeutics Inc | N/A | $251.7M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Medifast's PE ratio?
As of Nov 21, 2024, MED stock has a price to earnings ratio of 27.73.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Medifast (MED)?
Over the last 3 years, the average PE ratio for MED stock is 10.88.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Medifast (MED)?
Over the last 5 years, the average PE ratio for MED stock is 13.86.
What is the highest PE ratio for MED?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 56.09 in the Sep 2018 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for MED compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of MED is 32% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is MED's PE ratio calculated (Medifast 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 (Nov 21, 2024), Medifast's share price is $18.3. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $0.66. Therefore, Medifast's price to earnings ratio for today is 27.73. PE RATIO(27.73) = STOCK PRICE($18.3) / TTM EPS($0.66)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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