Apple Inc. PE Ratio
Data as of June 03, 2026
PE Ratio (TTM)
38.16
Stock Price
$315.20
EPS (TTM)
$8.26
Forward PE
32.81
How It's Calculated
38.16 = $315.20 ÷ $8.26
What This Means
Apple Inc.'s PE ratio of 38.2 is above average, suggesting investors expect strong future earnings growth.
About Apple Inc.
Apple Inc. (AAPL) operates in the Technology sector, specifically in Consumer Electronics. With a market capitalization of about $4.63T, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $315.20, within a 52-week range of $195.07 to $315.45 (-0.1% from the high, +61.6% from the low). Beta of 1.06 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 27.2%, signaling a strong profit margin relative to many peers.
Understanding This Metric
The PE ratio is one of the most widely cited valuation multiples. For Apple Inc., it reflects how much investors pay today for each dollar of trailing earnings. High-growth Technology names often carry elevated PE ratios when the market prices in faster future profits, while mature companies with stable cash flows may trade at lower multiples even in the same sector.
Sector Comparison
Within the Technology sector, PE ratio levels vary with business model, growth rate, and capital structure. Apple Inc.'s current PE ratio of 38.16 should be read alongside other AAPL metrics on this site and with sector norms — not in isolation. View all Technology stocks.
Key Takeaways
- AAPL is grouped in the Technology sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.06 suggests market-like price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 27.2% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does AAPL's PE ratio mean?
The PE ratio shows how much investors pay per dollar of trailing earnings for Apple Inc.. A trailing PE of 38.16 means the market is pricing the stock at 38.16 times last twelve months' EPS — useful for comparing valuation across time and versus Technology peers, not as a buy/sell signal on its own.
Is 38.16 high or low vs sector peers?
Sector norms for Technology vary widely by growth and profitability. Compare AAPL's PE with industry leaders and its own history before labeling it high or low.
How often is this PE updated?
StockCalc refreshes AAPL metrics on U.S. trading days; this page shows data as of June 03, 2026. PE moves with price daily and with EPS when companies report earnings.
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