MetLife, Inc. PEG Ratio
Data as of June 01, 2026
PEG Ratio
0.44
PE Ratio (TTM)
15.99
EPS (TTM)
$5.17
Sector
Financial Services
How It's Calculated
0.44 = 15.99 ÷ Growth Rate
What This Means
MetLife, Inc.'s PEG ratio of 0.44 is below 1, suggesting the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings growth rate. A PEG below 1 often signals a buying opportunity.
About MetLife, Inc.
MetLife, Inc. (MET) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically in Insurance - Life. With a market capitalization of about $53.21B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $82.69, within a 52-week range of $67.33 to $85.29 (-3.0% from the high, +22.8% from the low). Beta of 0.78 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 4.7%, signaling modest profitability that investors should weigh against growth plans.
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 MetLife, Inc., 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 Financial Services names on our S&P 100 coverage, MetLife, Inc.'s PEG ratio of 0.44 can be compared with peers such as BRK-B (10.06), JPM (1.59), V (1.69). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Financial Services stocks.
Key Takeaways
- MET is grouped in the Financial Services sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.78 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 4.7% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is MET's PEG ratio?
PEG adjusts PE for expected earnings growth: PEG ≈ PE ÷ earnings growth rate. MetLife, Inc.'s PEG of 0.44 is a shorthand for growth-at-a-reasonable-price comparisons.
Does PEG suggest growth at a reasonable price?
PEG below 1.0 (0.44) is often described as inexpensive relative to growth expectations — verify the growth input is realistic.
What are limitations of PEG for MET?
PEG depends on a single growth estimate, ignores balance sheet risk, and can mislead when earnings are volatile. Use it with PE, margins, and Financial Services peers — not as a standalone verdict.
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