WSO Watsco PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Watsco stock as of Jan 21, 2025 is 38.87. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $12.99 and the stock price of $504.98 per share. The PE ratio has grown by 13% from its last 4 quarters average of 34.4.
WSO PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Watsco for the last ten years is 27.33. The current P/E ratio of 38.87 is 42% higher than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, WSO's PE ratio peaked in the Sep 2024 quarter at 37.87, when the price was $491.88 and the EPS was $12.99. The lowest point was in the Dec 2022 quarter, when it reached 16.13 with a price of $249.4 and an EPS of $15.46.
Watsco PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 93.61% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -44.17% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 31.23 | 93.61% |
| 2022 | 16.13 | -44.17% |
| 2021 | 28.89 | -10.36% |
| 2020 | 32.23 | 16.48% |
| 2019 | 27.67 | 29.24% |
| 2018 | 21.41 | -26.85% |
| 2017 | 29.27 | 1.95% |
| 2016 | 28.71 | 20.33% |
| 2015 | 23.86 | -3.44% |
| 2014 | 24.71 | -5.07% |
WSO average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of WSO is higher than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
WSO PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer stocks GWW and LII, WSO's PE ratio is higher. Watsco's PE ratio is trading above the peer average of 22.74.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| HDSN Hudson Technologies Inc | 8.9 | $269.38M |
| WCC Wesco International Inc | 15.66 | $9.76B |
| BECN Beacon Roofing Supply Inc | 19.55 | $7.21B |
| GWW Ww Grainger Inc | 30.32 | $54.69B |
| POOL Pool Corp | 30.71 | $13.7B |
| LII Lennox International Inc | 31.33 | $23.63B |
| WSO Watsco Inc | 38.93 | $20.42B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Watsco's PE ratio?
WSO's price to earnings ratio is 38.87 as of Jan 21, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Watsco (WSO)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for WSO stock is 25.98.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Watsco (WSO)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for WSO stock is 27.79.
What is the highest PE ratio for WSO?
The current PE of 38.87 represents the highest historical value in the last ten years.
How does the current PE ratio for WSO compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of WSO is 42% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is WSO's PE ratio calculated (Watsco 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 (Jan 21, 2025), Watsco's share price is $504.98. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $12.99. Therefore, Watsco's PE ratio for today is 38.87. PE RATIO(38.87) = STOCK PRICE($504.98) / TTM EPS($12.99)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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