MFA Mfa Financial PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 21, 2024, the Mfa Financial stock's PE ratio is 6.66. This takes into account the latest EPS of $1.64 and stock price of $10.93.
MFA PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Mfa Financial has averaged 10.21 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 6.66 is 35% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, MFA's PE ratio peaked in the Dec 2023 quarter at 24.5, when the price was $11.27 and the EPS was $0.46. The lowest point was in the Mar 2021 quarter, when it reached 6.67 with a price of $16.28 and an EPS of $2.44.
Mfa Financial PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 15.64% in 2016
Maximum annual decrease: -16.33% in 2015
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 24.5 | N/A |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A |
| 2021 | 6.86 | N/A |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A |
| 2019 | 9.56 | -2.65% |
| 2018 | 9.82 | -2.09% |
| 2017 | 10.03 | 5.14% |
| 2016 | 9.54 | 15.64% |
| 2015 | 8.25 | -16.33% |
| 2014 | 9.86 | 8.95% |
MFA average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of MFA is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
MFA PE vs peers
In comparison to its peers ESS and SKT, MFA's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than AHT's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| AHT Ashford Hospitality Trust Inc | 1.53 | $53.17M |
| MFA Mfa Financial Inc | 6.66 | $1.12B |
| ESS Essex Property Trust Inc | 35.55 | $19.56B |
| SKT Tanger Factory Outlet Centers Inc | 41.2 | $4.06B |
| VTR Ventas Inc | N/A | $26.96B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Mfa Financial's PE ratio?
As of Nov 21, 2024, MFA stock has a price to earnings ratio of 6.66.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Mfa Financial (MFA)?
The average PE ratio for MFA stock over the past 3 years is 14.13.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Mfa Financial (MFA)?
The average PE ratio for MFA stock over the past 5 years is 11.35.
What is the highest PE ratio for MFA?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 24.5 in the Dec 2023 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for MFA compare to its historical average?
MFA's price to earnings ratio is currently 35% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is Mfa Financial's PE ratio so low?
A company with a lower PE ratio may indicate that the market has lower growth expectations for the company's future earnings.
How is MFA's PE ratio calculated (Mfa Financial 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 21, 2024), Mfa Financial's share price is $10.93. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $1.64. Therefore, Mfa Financial's PE ratio for today is 6.66. PE RATIO(6.66) = STOCK PRICE($10.93) / TTM EPS($1.64)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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