Company Analysis
Is it pricey? Check the PER
The simplest gauge of whether a price is cheap or pricey vs. profit.
PER is 'price ÷ earnings per share.' It shows how many times the price is compared to the profit the company makes. A bigger number means 'pricier relative to profit.'
Example
Quick check
A high PER usually means what?
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