MKL Markel PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Mar 21, 2025, the Markel stock's PE ratio is 9.2. This results from the current EPS of $199.69 and stock price of $1,836.58. The P/E ratio has an increase of 7% from the past four quarters average of 8.6.
MKL PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Markel has averaged 47.75 over the last ten years. The current PE ratio of 9.2 is 81% below the historical average. Over the past ten years, MKL's PE ratio was at its highest in the Jun 2022 quarter at 691.58, when the stock price was $1,293.25 and the EPS was $1.87. The lowest value was in the Mar 2021 quarter, when it reached 5.74 with a price of $1,139.62 and an EPS of $198.4.
Markel PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 109.95% in 2020
Maximum annual decrease: -62.39% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8.64 | -10.37% | $1,726.23 | $199.69 |
| 2023 | 9.64 | N/A | $1,419.9 | $147.32 |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A | $1,317.49 | -$23.72 |
| 2021 | 6.98 | -62.39% | $1,234 | $176.79 |
| 2020 | 18.56 | 109.95% | $1,033.3 | $55.67 |
| 2019 | 8.84 | N/A | $1,143.17 | $129.25 |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A | $1,038.05 | -$9.55 |
| 2017 | 44 | 52.78% | $1,139.13 | $25.89 |
| 2016 | 28.8 | 36.88% | $904.5 | $31.41 |
| 2015 | 21.04 | -31.04% | $883.35 | $41.99 |
| 2014 | 30.51 | 18.67% | $682.84 | $22.38 |
| 2013 | 25.71 | 53.95% | $580.35 | $22.57 |
| 2012 | 16.7 | -40.97% | $433.42 | $25.96 |
| 2011 | 28.29 | 104.26% | $414.67 | $14.66 |
| 2010 | 13.85 | -16.31% | $378.13 | $27.31 |
Markel PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 8.64 | 19.5% | $1,726.23 | $199.69 |
| Sep 2024 | 7.23 | -29.39% | $1,568.58 | $217.08 |
| Jun 2024 | 10.24 | 24.73% | $1,575.66 | $153.83 |
| Mar 2024 | 8.21 | -14.83% | $1,521.48 | $185.37 |
| Dec 2023 | 9.64 | -8.63% | $1,419.9 | $147.32 |
| Sep 2023 | 10.55 | 6.46% | $1,472.49 | $139.57 |
| Jun 2023 | 9.91 | -84.36% | $1,383.18 | $139.51 |
| Mar 2023 | 63.36 | N/A | $1,277.41 | $20.16 |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | N/A | $1,317.49 | -$23.72 |
| Sep 2022 | N/A | N/A | $1,084.22 | -$10.16 |
| Jun 2022 | 691.58 | 5,908.51% | $1,293.25 | $1.87 |
| Mar 2022 | 11.51 | 64.9% | $1,475.24 | $128.14 |
| Dec 2021 | 6.98 | 1.45% | $1,234 | $176.79 |
| Sep 2021 | 6.88 | 9.9% | $1,195.13 | $173.76 |
| Jun 2021 | 6.26 | 9.06% | $1,186.71 | $189.71 |
MKL average PE ratio chart
Currently, MKL's PE ratio is below the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
MKL PE vs peers
Compared to its peers AFG and RLI, MKL's PE ratio stands lower, however it is higher than ACGL's. Markel is presently trading at a lower PE ratio (9.2) than its peer group average of 17.62.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| ACGL Arch Capital Group Ltd | 8.02 | $34.53B |
| MKL Markel Corp | 9.2 | $23.45B |
| AFG American Financial Group Inc | 11.8 | $10.48B |
| RLI Rli Corp | 20.15 | $6.99B |
| WTM White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd | 20.85 | $4.8B |
| SIGI Selective Insurance Group Inc | 27.3 | $5.39B |
| OB Outbrain Inc | N/A | $373.88M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Markel's PE ratio?
MKL's price to earnings ratio is 9.2 as of Mar 21, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Markel (MKL)?
As an average over the last 3 years, MKL stock has a PE ratio of 83.09.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Markel (MKL)?
As an average over the last 5 years, MKL stock has a PE ratio of 56.75.
What is the highest PE ratio for MKL?
In the last ten years, the Jun 2022 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 691.58.
How does the current PE ratio for MKL compare to its historical average?
MKL's price to earnings ratio is currently 81% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is Markel's PE ratio so low?
MKL's PE ratio is low because the stock price is relatively cheap compared to the earnings generated by the company.
How is MKL's PE ratio calculated (Markel PE ratio formula)?
To determine the PE ratio, divide the most recent stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Mar 21, 2025), Markel's stock price is $1,836.58. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $199.69. Therefore, Markel's P/E ratio for today is 9.2. PE RATIO(9.2) = STOCK PRICE($1,836.58) / TTM EPS($199.69)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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