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- Selected Financial Data since 2005
- Current Ratio since 2005
- Price to Book Value (P/BV) since 2005
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Calculation
Comcast Corp., P/E, long-term trends, calculation
| P/E | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Earnings per share1 (EPS) | EPS1 | = | Net income attributable to Comcast Corporation1 (in millions) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of Comcast Corp. Annual Report.
The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio exhibited considerable fluctuation over the observed period, spanning from 2006 to 2026. Initial values were relatively high, followed by a period of decline, then a resurgence, and finally, a recent downward trend.
- Early Period (2006-2009)
- The P/E ratio began at 61.12 in 2006, demonstrating a significant decrease over the subsequent three years, reaching a low of 14.52 in 2009. This decline coincided with a period of economic uncertainty and likely reflected investor concerns regarding future earnings potential. While share price decreased during this period, the rate of decline in EPS was less pronounced, contributing to the falling P/E ratio.
- Stabilization and Growth (2010-2017)
- From 2010 to 2017, the P/E ratio experienced a period of relative stability with moderate fluctuations, generally ranging between 12.59 and 20.56. Earnings per share increased consistently during much of this timeframe, while the share price also showed an upward trend, particularly from 2015 to 2017. The P/E ratio reached a low of 8.70 in 2018, coinciding with a substantial increase in EPS.
- Recent Trends (2018-2026)
- Following 2017, the P/E ratio displayed increased volatility. A rise to 31.38 was observed in 2022, driven by a combination of share price decline and a significant decrease in EPS. Subsequently, the ratio decreased to 12.01 in 2023 and continued its downward trajectory, reaching 7.86 in 2024 and 5.35 in 2025. This recent decline suggests that investors are becoming less willing to pay a premium for each dollar of earnings, potentially indicating concerns about future growth prospects or increased risk perception. The projected P/E ratio for 2026 continues this trend.
Overall, the P/E ratio’s movement suggests a dynamic relationship between investor sentiment, earnings performance, and share price valuation. The recent downward trend warrants further investigation to determine the underlying factors influencing investor expectations.
Comparison to Competitors
Comcast Corp., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Comcast Corp. | Alphabet Inc. | Meta Platforms Inc. | Netflix Inc. | Trade Desk Inc. | Walt Disney Co. | |
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Media & Entertainment)
Comcast Corp., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to sector (media & entertainment)
| Comcast Corp. | Media & Entertainment | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2026 | ||
| Jan 31, 2025 | ||
| Jan 31, 2024 | ||
| Feb 3, 2023 | ||
| Feb 2, 2022 | ||
| Feb 4, 2021 | ||
| Jan 30, 2020 | ||
| Jan 31, 2019 | ||
| Jan 31, 2018 | ||
| Feb 3, 2017 | ||
| Feb 5, 2016 | ||
| Feb 27, 2015 | ||
| Feb 12, 2014 | ||
| Feb 21, 2013 | ||
| Feb 23, 2012 | ||
| Feb 25, 2011 | ||
| Feb 23, 2010 | ||
| Feb 20, 2009 | ||
| Feb 20, 2008 | ||
| Feb 26, 2007 | ||
| Feb 22, 2006 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Communication Services)
Comcast Corp., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to industry (communication services)
| Comcast Corp. | Communication Services | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2026 | ||
| Jan 31, 2025 | ||
| Jan 31, 2024 | ||
| Feb 3, 2023 | ||
| Feb 2, 2022 | ||
| Feb 4, 2021 | ||
| Jan 30, 2020 | ||
| Jan 31, 2019 | ||
| Jan 31, 2018 | ||
| Feb 3, 2017 | ||
| Feb 5, 2016 | ||
| Feb 27, 2015 | ||
| Feb 12, 2014 | ||
| Feb 21, 2013 | ||
| Feb 23, 2012 | ||
| Feb 25, 2011 | ||
| Feb 23, 2010 | ||
| Feb 20, 2009 | ||
| Feb 20, 2008 | ||
| Feb 26, 2007 | ||
| Feb 22, 2006 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).