MLM Martin Marietta Materials PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 21, 2024, the Martin Marietta Materials stock's PE ratio is 18.35. This takes into account the latest EPS of $32.19 and stock price of $590.6. The PE ratio marks a decrease of 6% from its last 4 quarters average of 19.4.
MLM PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Martin Marietta Materials has averaged 27.61 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 18.35 is 34% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, MLM's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2015 quarter at 45.36, when the price was $141.51 and the EPS was $3.12. The lowest point was in the Sep 2018 quarter, when it reached 15.25 with a price of $181.95 and an EPS of $11.93.
Martin Marietta Materials PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 59.28% in 2021
Maximum annual decrease: -41.19% in 2017
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 26.43 | 8.77% |
| 2022 | 24.3 | -37.88% |
| 2021 | 39.12 | 59.28% |
| 2020 | 24.56 | -14.19% |
| 2019 | 28.62 | 24.22% |
| 2018 | 23.04 | 17.79% |
| 2017 | 19.56 | -41.19% |
| 2016 | 33.26 | 4.95% |
| 2015 | 31.69 | -21.58% |
| 2014 | 40.41 | 5.92% |
MLM average PE ratio chart
MLM's current PE ratio is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
MLM PE vs peers
MLM's PE ratio stands lower than its peer stocks VMC and USLM, but it is higher than OXY's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| OXY Occidental Petroleum Corp | 12.66 | $48.71B |
| MLM Martin Marietta Materials Inc | 18.8 | $36.99B |
| USLM United States Lime & Minerals Inc | 43.22 | $4.28B |
| VMC Vulcan Materials CO | 44.46 | $37.58B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Martin Marietta Materials's PE ratio?
MLM's price to earnings ratio is 18.35 as of Nov 21, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Martin Marietta Materials (MLM)?
As an average over the last 3 years, MLM stock has a PE ratio of 25.15.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Martin Marietta Materials (MLM)?
As an average over the last 5 years, MLM stock has a PE ratio of 25.14.
What is the highest PE ratio for MLM?
Over the last ten years, the Jun 2015 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 45.36.
How does the current PE ratio for MLM compare to its historical average?
MLM's price to earnings ratio is currently 34% below its 10-year historical average.
How is MLM's PE ratio calculated (Martin Marietta Materials PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is obtained by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Nov 21, 2024), Martin Marietta Materials's share price is $590.6. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $32.19. Therefore, Martin Marietta Materials's PE ratio for today is 18.35. PE RATIO(18.35) = STOCK PRICE($590.6) / TTM EPS($32.19)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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