PE Ratio: 6.32

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 6.32 is 22% below its 5-year average of 8.13, near the low end of its 5-year range (4.52–16.63).

As of 2026-10-06T21:18:17.364Z. 20.10% below its 12-month average of 7.91.

PE Ratio (6.32) = Close Price ($22.58) / Diluted TTM EPS ($3.57)

SLM PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 6.3, P/E is below its 20-year median — higher than 35% 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 SLM Corporation (SLM)?

The P/E ratio for SLM stock is 6.32.

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

The P/E ratio of 6.32 is 22% below its 5-year average of 8.13, near the low end of its 5-year range (4.52–16.63).

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

The TTM average P/E ratio for SLM stock is 7.91.

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

The 3Y average P/E ratio for SLM stock is 9.42.

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

The 5Y average P/E ratio for SLM stock is 8.13.

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

The 10Y average P/E ratio for SLM stock is 9.65.

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

The 15Y average P/E ratio for SLM stock is 9.38.

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

The 20Y average P/E ratio for SLM stock is 8.76.

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