PE Ratio: 18.84

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 18.84 is 23% above its 5-year average of 15.29, around the middle of its 5-year range (6.72–26.08).

As of 2026-10-06T15:06:36.634Z. 10.76% below its 12-month average of 21.11.

PE Ratio (18.84) = Close Price ($60.68) / Diluted TTM EPS ($3.22)

FBNC PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 18.8, P/E is above its 20-year median — higher than 74% of readings in its 20-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for First Bancorp (FBNC)?

The P/E ratio for FBNC stock is 18.84.

Is First Bancorp's P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 18.84 is 23% above its 5-year average of 15.29, around the middle of its 5-year range (6.72–26.08).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for First Bancorp (FBNC)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for FBNC stock is 21.11.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for First Bancorp (FBNC)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for FBNC stock is 18.05.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for First Bancorp (FBNC)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for FBNC stock is 15.29.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for First Bancorp (FBNC)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for FBNC stock is 15.32.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for First Bancorp (FBNC)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for FBNC stock is 15.38.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for First Bancorp (FBNC)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for FBNC stock is 14.29.

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