MKL Markel PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Jan 21, 2025, the Markel stock's PE ratio is 8.24. This results from the current EPS of $217.08 and stock price of $1,788.5. The P/E ratio has a decrease of 7% from the past four quarters average of 8.8.
MKL PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Markel has averaged 48.86 over the last ten years. The current PE ratio of 8.24 is 83% 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 | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 9.64 | N/A |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A |
| 2021 | 6.98 | -62.39% |
| 2020 | 18.56 | 109.95% |
| 2019 | 8.84 | N/A |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A |
| 2017 | 44 | 52.78% |
| 2016 | 28.8 | 36.88% |
| 2015 | 21.04 | -31.04% |
| 2014 | 30.51 | 18.67% |
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 and WTM's. Markel is presently trading at a lower PE ratio (8.24) than its peer group average of 13.7.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| ACGL Arch Capital Group Ltd | 6.21 | $35.7B |
| WTM White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd | 7.29 | $4.73B |
| MKL Markel Corp | 8.24 | $23B |
| AFG American Financial Group Inc | 12.67 | $11.34B |
| RLI Rli Corp | 16.99 | $7.15B |
| SIGI Selective Insurance Group Inc | 25.33 | $5.76B |
| OB Outbrain Inc | 82.63 | $328.18M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Markel's PE ratio?
MKL's price to earnings ratio is 8.24 as of Jan 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 91.36.
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 59.75.
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 83% 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 (Jan 21, 2025), Markel's stock price is $1,788.5. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $217.08. Therefore, Markel's P/E ratio for today is 8.24. PE RATIO(8.24) = STOCK PRICE($1,788.5) / TTM EPS($217.08)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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