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Stock Valuation Calculator

Simple P/E-based valuation estimate

⚠️ This is only one aspect of valuation - not investment advice

Understanding P/E Ratio

⚠️ Important: P/E ratio is only ONE aspect of stock valuation. Professional investors use multiple methods including discounted cash flow (DCF), price-to-book, price-to-sales, and qualitative factors. This calculator provides a simplified educational example only.

The Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio compares a stock's price to its earnings. It's one of the most commonly used valuation metrics.

Formula: P/E Ratio = Stock Price ÷ Earnings Per Share

Example: Stock at $150, EPS of $6
P/E Ratio = $150 ÷ $6 = 25

A P/E of 25 means investors pay $25 for every $1 of earnings. Higher P/E suggests growth expectations or overvaluation. Lower P/E may indicate value or concerns.

PEG Ratio: Growth-Adjusted Valuation

The PEG ratio adjusts P/E for growth rate, providing a more complete picture.

Formula: PEG = P/E Ratio ÷ Growth Rate

PEG < 1.0: Potentially undervalued
PEG = 1.0: Fairly valued
PEG > 2.0: Potentially overvalued

Example: Stock with P/E of 25 and 15% growth has PEG of 1.67 (25 ÷ 15). This suggests moderate valuation relative to growth.

Typical P/E Ratios by Sector

Technology (Growth): 25-40
Healthcare: 20-30
Consumer Discretionary: 15-25
Financials: 10-15
Energy/Utilities: 10-20

These are general ranges. Individual stocks and market conditions vary significantly. For educational purposes only.

Critical Limitations of P/E Valuation

⚠️ WARNING: P/E ratio alone is insufficient for investment decisions. This is a simplified educational tool demonstrating one basic valuation concept.

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Doesn't work for unprofitable companies: Negative earnings make P/E meaningless.

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Ignores debt and cash: Companies with high debt may appear cheap on P/E alone.

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Backward-looking: Based on past earnings, not future potential.

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Sector differences: Growth stocks naturally have higher P/E than value stocks.

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Ignores business quality: Doesn't account for competitive advantages, management, or market position.

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Professional approach: Investors use P/E alongside DCF analysis, price-to-book, price-to-sales, debt ratios, cash flow analysis, and qualitative factors. This calculator is for educational purposes only.

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