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The forward P/E of 20.1 needs 42% earnings growth
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Trailing P/E, 30 Jul 2026 | 28.63 |
| Forward P/E, 24 Jul 2026 | 20.1 |
| Forward P/E, ten year average | 19.0 |
| Growth needed to close the gap | about 42% |
| Blended earnings growth, Q2 2026 | +37.9% |
| Estimated growth, CY2026 | +27.3% |
The trailing multiple counts profits already reported, the forward multiple counts profits analysts expect. Sources: FactSet Earnings Insight, 24 July 2026, for the forward multiple and the growth figures; multpl.com for the trailing P/E.
A forward price to earnings ratio divides a known price by forecast earnings. The S&P 500 trades at 28.63 times reported earnings and 20.1 times forecast ones, a gap needing roughly 42% growth. Full year analyst estimates start high and get revised down.
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