PE Ratio: 20.27

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 20.27 is 66% above its 5-year average of 12.23, around the middle of its 5-year range (3.17–31.06).

As of 2026-09-10T17:05:05.000Z. 14.43% below its 12-month average of 23.69.

PE Ratio (20.27) = Close Price ($254.14) / Diluted TTM EPS ($12.54)

NUE PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 20.3, P/E is near its 20-year median — higher than 57% 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 Nucor Corporation (NUE)?

The P/E ratio for NUE stock is 20.27.

Is Nucor Corporation's P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 20.27 is 66% above its 5-year average of 12.23, around the middle of its 5-year range (3.17–31.06).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Nucor Corporation (NUE)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for NUE stock is 23.69.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Nucor Corporation (NUE)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for NUE stock is 16.47.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Nucor Corporation (NUE)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for NUE stock is 12.23.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Nucor Corporation (NUE)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for NUE stock is 15.40.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Nucor Corporation (NUE)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for NUE stock is 19.51.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for Nucor Corporation (NUE)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for NUE stock is 18.57.

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