MKL Markel PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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- NYSE: MKL
- PE Ratio
As of Nov 5, 2025, the Markel stock's PE ratio is 12.46. This results from the current EPS of $160.33 and stock price of $1,997.1. The P/E ratio has an increase of 8% from the past four quarters average of 11.6.
MKL PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Markel has averaged 46.79 over the last ten years. The current PE ratio of 12.46 is 73% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 11.92 | -0.17% | $1,911.36 | $160.33 |
| Jun 2025 | 11.94 | -13.04% | $1,997.36 | $167.29 |
| Mar 2025 | 13.73 | 58.91% | $1,869.61 | $136.15 |
| 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 |
MKL Price vs fair value
MKL average PE ratio chart
Currently, MKL's PE ratio is below the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PE comparison
Markel's P/E of 12.46 is below the Financial Services sector, the industry and its peers average. Compared to its Financial Services sector average of 13.73, Markel's P/E is 9% lower.
MKL PE vs peers
Compared to its peers AFG and RLI, MKL's PE ratio stands lower, however it is higher than ACGL's and SIGI's. Markel is presently trading at a lower PE ratio (12.46) than its peer group average of 15.0.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| ACGL Arch Capital Group Ltd | 8.83 | $32.68B |
| SIGI Selective Insurance Group Inc | 11.78 | $4.65B |
| MKL Markel Corp | 12.39 | $25.06B |
| AFG American Financial Group Inc | 14.85 | $11.27B |
| RLI Rli Corp | 15.73 | $5.56B |
| WTM White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd | 23.79 | $4.89B |
| TEAD Teads Holding Co. | N/A | $100.67M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Markel's PE ratio?
MKL's price to earnings ratio is 12.46 as of Nov 5, 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 15.03.
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 50.72.
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 73% below its 10-year historical average.
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 (Nov 5, 2025), Markel's stock price is $1,997.1. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2025 is $160.33. Therefore, Markel's P/E ratio for today is 12.46. PE RATIO(12.46) = STOCK PRICE($1,997.1) / TTM EPS($160.33)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.