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P/E Ratio (Forward)
Definition of P/E Ratio (Forward)
The Forward Price to Earnings (Forward P/E) Ratio is a valuation metric that compares the current stock price of a company to its estimated earnings per share (EPS) for the next four quarters or the next fiscal year. The formula is: Forward P/E = Current Share Price/ Estimated Future EPS. Indian analysts and investors often use the Forward P/E to forecast how expensive a stock is, given what the company is expected to earn in the future, which gives a more relevant picture for making investment decisions than historical earnings.
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Earnings Per Share
Earnings Per Share or EPS refers to the amount of profit that a company generates per outstanding share it has in the stock market. It is calculated by dividing the net income of a company by its shares outstanding.
Formula to calculate Earnings Per Share: Net Income / Number of Outsanding Shares
Generally, dividends distributed to preferred shareholders are deducted from the net income for EPS calculations. The EPS of a company can thus indicate whether or not it is generating enough profit. It can also be used as a valuation metric.
Formula to calculate Earnings Per Share: Net Income / Number of Outsanding Shares
Generally, dividends distributed to preferred shareholders are deducted from the net income for EPS calculations. The EPS of a company can thus indicate whether or not it is generating enough profit. It can also be used as a valuation metric.
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