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What is PE ratio? Price - to - Earning Ratio Formula and Uses...

When we purchase a company's shares in the stock market, it's important to buy them at the correct price. Even if the company is good, buying it at a high price can result in a loss for us.

The PE Ratio is a useful tool for determining the appropriate share price of a company.

Today, we will discuss what the PE Ratio is, how to calculate it, and its uses.

What is the PE Ratio?

The PE Ratio indicates how many times the profit of a single share (Earnings Per Share - EPS) is reflected in the current market price of a company's shares.

For instance, if a company's current market price is $10 and its earnings per share (EPS) is $2, the PE Ratio of the company would be 5.

 This means that the current market price per share is five times the company's earnings per share. To buy a share of that company, we would have to pay five times the profit per share.

How to calculate the PE Ratio?

We can calculate the PE Ratio of a company using the following formula:

PE Ratio = Current market price of a share (Current Market Price) / Earnings Per Share (EPS)

For example: PE Ratio = 10 / 2 = 5

Application of the PE Ratio?

The PE Ratio helps us determine whether the market price of a company's shares is appropriate. A higher PE Ratio suggests a higher market price, while a lower PE Ratio indicates a lower market price.

By comparing the PE Ratios of two different companies in the same sector, we can identify a properly priced company. For instance, if Company A has a PE Ratio of 10 and Company B has a PE Ratio of 15, Company A has the lower PE Ratio and, therefore, a lower market price. If other factors are favorable for Company A, we may consider buying its shares.

Another approach is to compare the PE Ratio of a company with the PE Ratio of its sector. This helps us determine if the company is priced correctly.

However, it's important to note that the PE Ratio can fluctuate daily since the market price and profit of a stock are influenced by various factors. Therefore, the PE Ratio is subject to change, and we should keep this in mind.

Lastly, it's crucial to remember that the PE Ratio is only one factor used for selecting stocks. It should not be the sole basis for choosing a stock, other considerations are necessary.

...at the right price

Choosing the right shares

Let's make wise purchasing decisions....

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