PB Ratio: 2.70

Basis: FMP quote market capitalization / book value attributable to common shareholders (matching reported total stockholders equity minus preferred stock). Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/B ratio high or low?

The P/B ratio of 2.70 is 94% above its estimated 5-year average of 1.39, around the middle of its estimated 5-year range (0.24–3.85).

As of 2026-10-06T22:15:49.331Z. 7.96% below its estimated 12-month average of 2.93.

APEI PB Ratio Metrics

P/B vs. estimated history

At 2.70, P/B is near its estimated 19-year median — higher than 60% of readings in its estimated 19-year history.

Historical values estimate market capitalization from statement-period weighted shares. Comparisons with the current quote-based value are approximate. Only filing versions delivered by FMP are available for the historical calculation.

Book Value Analysis

PB Ratio Formula & Definition

PB Ratio = Market Cap / (Total Shareholders' Equity − Preferred Stock)

The price-to-book ratio compares market capitalization to book value attributable to common shareholders (total equity minus preferred stock). Lower values can indicate a cheaper valuation relative to net assets.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PB Ratio FAQ

What is the P/B ratio for American Public Education, Inc. (APEI)?

The P/B ratio for APEI stock is 2.70.

Is American Public Education, Inc.'s P/B ratio high or low?

The P/B ratio of 2.70 is 94% above its estimated 5-year average of 1.39, around the middle of its estimated 5-year range (0.24–3.85).

What is the estimated TTM average P/B ratio for American Public Education, Inc. (APEI)?

The estimated TTM average P/B ratio for APEI stock is 2.93.

What is the estimated 3Y average P/B ratio for American Public Education, Inc. (APEI)?

The estimated 3Y average P/B ratio for APEI stock is 1.86.

What is the estimated 5Y average P/B ratio for American Public Education, Inc. (APEI)?

The estimated 5Y average P/B ratio for APEI stock is 1.39.

What is the estimated 10Y average P/B ratio for American Public Education, Inc. (APEI)?

The estimated 10Y average P/B ratio for APEI stock is 1.34.

What is the estimated 15Y average P/B ratio for American Public Education, Inc. (APEI)?

The estimated 15Y average P/B ratio for APEI stock is 1.89.

What is the estimated 20Y average P/B ratio for American Public Education, Inc. (APEI)?

The estimated 20Y average P/B ratio for APEI stock is 2.46.

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