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The PE ratio for Microsoft stock stands at 35.06 as of Apr 26, 2024. This takes into account the latest EPS of $11.59 and stock price of $406.32. An increase of 3.4% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 33.9 of the past four quarters.
MSFT PE ratio history
How has MSFT's PE ratio performed in the past
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Microsoft has been 29.58. The current 35.06 price-to-earnings ratio is 19% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, MSFT's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2017 quarter at 48.06, with a price of $85.54 and an EPS of $1.78. The Jun 2014 quarter saw the lowest point at 15.68, with a price of $41.7 and an EPS of $2.66.
Average
29.58
Median
29.08
Minimum
15.68
Microsoft PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 118.95% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -42.84% in 2019
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 35.03 | 32.29% |
| 2022 | 26.48 | -20.62% |
| 2021 | 33.36 | -4.6% |
| 2020 | 34.97 | 33.37% |
| 2019 | 26.22 | -42.84% |
| 2018 | 45.87 | 118.95% |
| 2017 | 20.95 | 6.02% |
| 2016 | 19.76 | -33.31% |
| 2015 | 29.63 | 88.97% |
| 2014 | 15.68 | 18.43% |
MSFT average PE ratio chart
What is the average PE ratio of MSFT for the past years
The current PE ratio of MSFT is above its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
3-year avg
31.42
5-year avg
30.78
15-year avg
24.05
MSFT PE vs peers
What is MSFT's PE ratio compared to its peers
When compared to its peer stocks AAPL and GOOGL, MSFT's PE ratio is higher. Microsoft is currently trading at a higher PE ratio (35.06) than its peers average of 21.44.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| HPQ Hp Inc | 8.09 | $27.46B |
| CSCO Cisco Systems Inc | 14.46 | $193.79B |
| IBM International Business Machines Corp | 20.28 | $153.22B |
| GOOGL Alphabet Inc | 26.17 | $2.12T |
| AAPL Apple Inc | 26.21 | $2.61T |
| ORCL Oracle Corp | 30.13 | $322.15B |
| MSFT Microsoft Corp | 35.06 | $3.02T |
Frequently asked questions
What is Microsoft's PE ratio?
As of Apr 26, 2024, MSFT stock has a price to earnings ratio of 35.06.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Microsoft (MSFT)?
Over the last 3 years, the average PE ratio for MSFT stock is 31.42.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Microsoft (MSFT)?
Over the last 5 years, the average PE ratio for MSFT stock is 30.78.
What is the highest PE ratio for MSFT?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 48.06 in the Dec 2017 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for MSFT compare to its historical average?
MSFT's price to earnings ratio is currently 19% above its 10-year historical average.
How is MSFT's PE ratio calculated (Microsoft PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Apr 26, 2024), Microsoft's share price is $406.32. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Mar 2024 is $11.59. Therefore, Microsoft's price to earnings ratio for today is 35.06. PE RATIO(35.06) = STOCK PRICE($406.32) / TTM EPS($11.59)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.
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