PE Ratio: 17.48

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 17.48 is in line with its 5-year average of 16.84, around the middle of its 5-year range (3.51–36.21).

As of 2026-10-06T14:57:36.903Z. 11.18% below its 12-month average of 19.68.

PE Ratio (17.48) = Close Price ($38.63) / Diluted TTM EPS ($2.21)

LAUR PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 17.5, P/E is near its 10-year median — higher than 62% of readings in its 10-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 Laureate Education, Inc. (LAUR)?

The P/E ratio for LAUR stock is 17.48.

Is Laureate Education, Inc.'s P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 17.48 is in line with its 5-year average of 16.84, around the middle of its 5-year range (3.51–36.21).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Laureate Education, Inc. (LAUR)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for LAUR stock is 19.68.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Laureate Education, Inc. (LAUR)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for LAUR stock is 17.10.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Laureate Education, Inc. (LAUR)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for LAUR stock is 16.84.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Laureate Education, Inc. (LAUR)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for LAUR stock is 13.97.

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