Amerant Bancorp Inc. (AMTB) P/E Ratio History
Fairly ValuedTrading at 23.4x, near 5Y avg of 25.2x · 75th percentile · In line with own history · Data 2018–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of November 6, 2026, Amerant Bancorp Inc. (AMTB) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 23.4x, with a stock price of $29.54 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.84.
The current P/E is roughly in line with its 5-year average of 25.2x. Over the past five years, AMTB's P/E has ranged from a low of 8.3x to a high of 133.0x, placing the current valuation at the 75th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 14.1x, AMTB trades at a 66% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 819 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 193.3x.
Relative to the broader market, AMTB trades roughly in line with the S&P 500 median P/E of 26.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our AMTB DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
AMTB Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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AMTB P/E vs Peers
Small-Cap Community Banks peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1B | 15.7 | 5.63 | -29% | |
| $2B | 19.5 | - | -26% | |
| $749M | 11.1Lowest | 2.11 | +3% | |
| $4B | 19.0 | 4.63 | -2% | |
| $3B | 15.0 | 4.73 | +6% | |
| $3B | 12.1 | 1.50 | +2% | |
| $2B | 12.4 | 1.07 | +16% | |
| $5B | 11.4 | 0.82Best | +32%Best | |
| $4B | 15.5 | 0.89 | +15% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
AMTB Historical P/E Data (2018–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q3 | Sep 30 2026 | $28.67 | $1.69 | 17.0x | -30% |
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $25.52 | $1.39 | 18.4x | -24% |
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $22.04 | $1.41 | 15.7x | -35% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $19.51 | $1.25 | 15.7x | -35% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $19.27 | $1.58 | 12.2x | -50% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $22.70 | $0.61 | 37.2x | +54% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $23.29 | $0.68 | 34.3x | +42% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $24.57 | $0.97 | 25.3x | +5% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $17.44 | $2.03 | 8.6x | -64% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $17.19 | $1.89 | 9.1x | -62% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $21.76 | $1.92 | 11.3x | -53% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $26.84 | $1.77 | 15.2x | -37% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $24.84 | $2.99 | 8.3x | -66% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $28.12 | $2.92 | 9.6x | -60% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $31.59 | $3.09 | 10.2x | -58% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $34.55 | $3.02 | 11.4x | -53% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $24.74 | $1.45 | 17.1x | -29% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $21.38 | $1.04 | 20.6x | -15% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $18.57 | $0.25 | 74.3x | +207% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $9.31 | $0.07 | 133.0x | +450% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $15.04 | $0.31 | 48.5x | +101% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $15.39 | $0.98 | 15.7x | -35% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $21.79 | $1.20 | 18.2x | -25% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $20.97 | $1.22 | 17.2x | -29% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $19.71 | $1.21 | 16.3x | -33% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $13.93 | $1.21 | 11.5x | -52% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $13.01 | $1.18 | 11.0x | -54% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $36.75 | $1.09 | 33.7x | +40% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 24.2x
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AMTB — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying AMTB stock.
What is AMTB's P/E ratio?
Amerant Bancorp Inc. (AMTB) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 23.4x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $1.84. The 5-year average P/E is 25.2x and the historical range spans 8.3x to 133.0x.
Is AMTB stock overvalued or undervalued?
AMTB trades at 23.4x P/E, near its 5-year average of 25.2x. The 75th percentile ranking within the 8.3x–133.0x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is AMTB stock expensive?
AMTB is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 23.4x is near the 5-year average of 25.2x (75th percentile of historical range).
What is AMTB's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, AMTB's P/E ratio has ranged from 8.3x to 133.0x, with a median of 15.7x and an average of 25.2x. The current P/E of 23.4x places the stock at the 75th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2018–2026.
How does AMTB's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
AMTB trades at 23.4x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 26.4x. The 11% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does AMTB's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Amerant Bancorp Inc. P/E of 23.4x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 14.1x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is AMTB's PEG ratio?
AMTB PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 23.4x and EPS growth of 386.4%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is AMTB's earnings yield?
AMTB earnings yield is 4.27%, the inverse of its 23.4x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.