Eli Lilly and Co PEG Ratio
Data as of August 04, 2026
PEG Ratio
1.03
PE Ratio (TTM)
42.80
EPS (TTM)
$28.15
Sector
Pharmaceuticals
How It's Calculated
1.03 = 42.80 ÷ Growth Rate
What This Means
Eli Lilly and Co's PEG ratio of 1.03 is in the fairly valued range. The stock's PE ratio is roughly in line with its expected earnings growth rate.
About Eli Lilly and Co
Eli Lilly and Co (LLY) operates in the Pharmaceuticals sector, specifically in Pharmaceuticals. With a market capitalization of about $1.08T, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $1121.36, within a 52-week range of $623.78 to $1249.45 (-10.3% from the high, +79.8% from the low). Beta of 0.51 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 35.0%, signaling a strong profit margin relative to many peers.
Understanding This Metric
The PEG ratio adjusts the PE multiple for expected earnings growth, helping compare fast-growing and slow-growing names on a more equal footing. For Eli Lilly and Co, a PEG near 1 is often described as fairly valued relative to growth, though the growth estimate itself can change quickly with guidance revisions.
Sector Comparison
Among Pharmaceuticals names on our S&P 100 coverage, Eli Lilly and Co's PEG ratio of 1.03 can be compared with peers such as JNJ (2.37), MRK (2.73), PFE (-2.72). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Pharmaceuticals stocks.
Key Takeaways
- LLY is grouped in the Pharmaceuticals sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.51 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 35.0% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is LLY's PEG ratio?
PEG adjusts PE for expected earnings growth: PEG ≈ PE ÷ earnings growth rate. Eli Lilly and Co's PEG of 1.03 is a shorthand for growth-at-a-reasonable-price comparisons.
Does PEG suggest growth at a reasonable price?
PEG near 1.03 is in a moderate zone; growth and PE are roughly balanced on this snapshot.
What are limitations of PEG for LLY?
PEG depends on a single growth estimate, ignores balance sheet risk, and can mislead when earnings are volatile. Use it with PE, margins, and Pharmaceuticals peers — not as a standalone verdict.
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