UNH Unitedhealth Group PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 21, 2024, the UNH stock has a P/E ratio of 38.47. The calculation is based on the latest EPS of $15.53 and the stock price of $597.49 per share. An increase of 25% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 30.7 of the past four quarters.
UNH PE ratio history
The mean historical PE ratio of Unitedhealth Group over the last ten years is 21.86. The current 38.47 price-to-earnings ratio is 76% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, UNH's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Sep 2024 quarter at 37.65, with a price of $584.68 and an EPS of $15.53. The Sep 2019 quarter saw the lowest point at 15.55, with a price of $217.32 and an EPS of $13.98.
Unitedhealth Group PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 29.84% in 2014
Maximum annual decrease: -11.58% in 2023
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 21.83 | -11.58% |
| 2022 | 24.69 | -9.86% |
| 2021 | 27.39 | 26.75% |
| 2020 | 21.61 | 6.98% |
| 2019 | 20.2 | 0.95% |
| 2018 | 20.01 | -0.6% |
| 2017 | 20.13 | -7.32% |
| 2016 | 21.72 | 12.6% |
| 2015 | 19.29 | 10.29% |
| 2014 | 17.49 | 29.84% |
UNH average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of UNH is higher than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
UNH PE vs peers
UNH's PE ratio is above its peer stocks CI and HUM.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| CNC Centene Corp | 10.39 | $30.47B |
| HUM Humana Inc | 25.78 | $35.61B |
| CI Cigna Corp | 30.76 | $91.81B |
| UNH Unitedhealth Group Inc | 38.47 | $549.86B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Unitedhealth Group's PE ratio?
As of Nov 21, 2024, UNH stock has a price to earnings ratio of 38.47.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Unitedhealth Group (UNH)?
As an average over the last 3 years, UNH stock has a PE ratio of 26.44.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Unitedhealth Group (UNH)?
As an average over the last 5 years, UNH stock has a PE ratio of 24.07.
What is the highest PE ratio for UNH?
The current PE of 38.47 represents the highest historical value in the last ten years.
How does the current PE ratio for UNH compare to its historical average?
UNH's current price to earnings ratio is 76% above its 10-year historical average.
How is UNH's PE ratio calculated (Unitedhealth Group PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months earnings per share(EPS). As of today (Nov 21, 2024), Unitedhealth Group's share price is $597.49. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $15.53. Therefore, Unitedhealth Group's price to earnings ratio for today is 38.47. PE RATIO(38.47) = STOCK PRICE($597.49) / TTM EPS($15.53)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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