Bank of Montreal (BMO) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 21.5x vs 5Y avg 9.4x · 100th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 1996–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 24, 2026, Bank of Montreal (BMO) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.5x, with a stock price of $173.42 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $13.70.
The current P/E is 130% above its 5-year average of 9.4x. Over the past five years, BMO's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.6x to a high of 13.5x, placing the current valuation at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.9x, BMO trades at a 55% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 801 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 181.8x.
The PEG ratio of 2.48 (P/E divided by 20% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be expensive relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, BMO trades roughly in line with the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.6x. 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 BMO 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.
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BMO P/E vs Peers
North American universal banks peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $202B | 14.7 | 1.18 | +145%Best | |
| $283B | 20.4 | 1.63 | +25% | |
| $106B | 21.5 | 15.06 | -3% | |
| $106B | 19.0 | 1.20 | +18% | |
| $67B | 18.6 | - | +8% | |
| $93B | 13.0 | 1.52 | +22% | |
| $96B | 14.4 | 0.68Best | +21% | |
| $62B | 13.0Lowest | 2.95 | +14% | |
| $29B | 17.9 | 1.53 | +27% | |
| $50B | 15.4 | 1.09 | +13% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
BMO Historical P/E Data (1996–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $152.10 | $12.97 | 11.7x | +18% |
| FY2026 Q1 | Jan 31 2026 | $136.15 | $11.97 | 11.4x | +14% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Oct 31 2025 | $124.18 | $11.42 | 10.9x | +9% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $110.44 | $11.43 | 9.7x | -3% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Apr 30 2025 | $95.48 | $10.77 | 8.9x | -11% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Jan 31 2025 | $99.04 | $10.63 | 9.3x | -6% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $91.12 | $9.52 | 9.6x | -4% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Jul 31 2024 | $84.33 | $8.63 | 9.8x | -2% |
| FY2024 Q2 | - | $89.32 | $8.27 | 10.8x | +9% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Jan 31 2024 | $94.18 | $7.17 | 13.1x | +32% |
| FY2023 Q4 | - | $75.55 | $5.58 | 13.5x | +36% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Jul 31 2023 | $92.92 | $10.02 | 9.3x | -7% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Apr 30 2023 | $90.19 | $9.85 | 9.2x | -8% |
| FY2023 Q1 | - | $100.64 | $15.72 | 6.4x | -36% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Oct 31 2022 | $92.08 | $20.01 | 4.6x | -54% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Jul 31 2022 | $100.72 | $16.74 | 6.0x | -39% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Apr 30 2022 | $106.04 | $18.20 | 5.8x | -41% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Jan 31 2022 | $113.18 | $12.98 | 8.7x | -12% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Oct 31 2021 | $108.51 | $11.58 | 9.4x | -6% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Jul 31 2021 | $99.70 | $10.72 | 9.3x | -6% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Apr 30 2021 | $94.34 | $9.12 | 10.3x | +4% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Jan 31 2021 | $74.31 | $8.21 | 9.1x | -9% |
| FY2020 Q4 | Oct 31 2020 | $59.47 | $7.55 | 7.9x | -21% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Jul 31 2020 | $55.52 | $6.96 | 8.0x | -20% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $50.90 | $7.49 | 6.8x | -32% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Jan 31 2020 | $76.22 | $8.75 | 8.7x | -12% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $73.99 | $8.66 | 8.5x | -14% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Jul 31 2019 | $74.81 | $9.45 | 7.9x | -20% |
| FY2019 Q2 | - | $78.97 | $9.42 | 8.4x | -16% |
| FY2019 Q1 | - | $73.19 | $9.02 | 8.1x | -18% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Oct 31 2018 | $74.74 | $8.17 | 9.1x | -8% |
| FY2018 Q3 | - | $79.28 | $7.41 | 10.7x | +8% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Apr 30 2018 | $75.93 | $7.15 | 10.6x | +7% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Jan 31 2018 | $82.31 | $7.13 | 11.5x | +16% |
| FY2017 Q4 | - | $76.61 | $7.92 | 9.7x | -3% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Jul 31 2017 | $75.87 | $8.13 | 9.3x | -6% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Apr 30 2017 | $70.85 | $7.94 | 8.9x | -10% |
| FY2017 Q1 | - | $75.63 | $7.55 | 10.0x | +1% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Oct 31 2016 | $63.60 | $6.91 | 9.2x | -7% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Jul 31 2016 | $64.12 | $6.72 | 9.5x | -4% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Apr 30 2016 | $65.16 | $6.66 | 9.8x | -2% |
| FY2016 Q1 | Jan 31 2016 | $53.52 | $6.70 | 8.0x | -20% |
| FY2015 Q4 | Oct 31 2015 | $58.09 | $6.58 | 8.8x | -11% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Jul 31 2015 | $55.87 | $6.31 | 8.9x | -11% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $65.30 | $6.18 | 10.6x | +6% |
| FY2015 Q1 | Jan 31 2015 | $57.48 | $6.29 | 9.1x | -8% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Oct 31 2014 | $72.60 | $6.41 | 11.3x | +14% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $74.57 | $6.45 | 11.6x | +16% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Apr 30 2014 | $68.94 | $6.44 | 10.7x | +8% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Jan 31 2014 | $61.08 | $6.24 | 9.8x | -2% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $69.70 | $6.17 | 11.3x | +14% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Jul 31 2013 | $62.12 | $6.16 | 10.1x | +1% |
| FY2013 Q2 | - | $62.71 | $5.92 | 10.6x | +7% |
| FY2013 Q1 | - | $63.22 | $6.03 | 10.5x | +5% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Oct 31 2012 | $59.12 | $6.15 | 9.6x | -3% |
| FY2012 Q3 | - | $57.22 | $5.94 | 9.6x | -3% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Apr 30 2012 | $59.37 | $5.61 | 10.6x | +6% |
| FY2012 Q1 | - | $58.12 | $5.42 | 10.7x | +8% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Oct 31 2011 | $59.17 | $5.13 | 11.5x | +16% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Jul 31 2011 | $62.84 | $5.05 | 12.4x | +25% |
| FY2011 Q2 | Apr 30 2011 | $65.63 | $5.09 | 12.9x | +30% |
| FY2011 Q1 | Jan 31 2011 | $57.71 | $5.03 | 11.5x | +15% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Oct 31 2010 | $59.25 | $4.81 | 12.3x | +24% |
| FY2010 Q3 | Jul 31 2010 | $61.06 | $4.67 | 13.1x | +32% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Apr 30 2010 | $61.99 | $4.51 | 13.7x | +38% |
| FY2010 Q1 | Jan 31 2010 | $48.71 | $3.86 | 12.6x | +27% |
| FY2009 Q4 | Oct 31 2009 | $46.37 | $3.13 | 14.8x | +49% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Jul 31 2009 | $50.11 | $3.04 | 16.5x | +66% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $33.01 | $3.05 | 10.8x | +9% |
| FY2009 Q1 | Jan 31 2009 | $26.70 | $3.69 | 7.2x | -27% |
| FY2008 Q4 | Oct 31 2008 | $35.77 | $3.77 | 9.5x | -5% |
| FY2008 Q3 | - | $46.87 | $3.59 | 13.1x | +31% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Apr 30 2008 | $49.97 | $3.89 | 12.8x | +29% |
| FY2008 Q1 | - | $56.46 | $3.93 | 14.4x | +45% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Oct 31 2007 | $66.58 | $4.13 | 16.1x | +62% |
| FY2007 Q3 | - | $62.51 | $4.60 | 13.6x | +37% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Apr 30 2007 | $62.68 | $4.70 | 13.3x | +34% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Jan 31 2007 | $59.60 | $4.66 | 12.8x | +29% |
| FY2006 Q4 | - | $62.00 | $5.17 | 12.0x | +21% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Jul 31 2006 | $56.69 | $5.09 | 11.1x | +12% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Apr 30 2006 | $58.00 | $4.78 | 12.1x | +22% |
| FY2006 Q1 | - | $59.70 | $4.69 | 12.7x | +28% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Oct 31 2005 | $49.02 | $4.67 | 10.5x | +6% |
| FY2005 Q3 | Jul 31 2005 | $49.88 | $4.49 | 11.1x | +12% |
| FY2005 Q2 | Apr 30 2005 | $45.03 | $4.66 | 9.7x | -3% |
| FY2005 Q1 | Jan 31 2005 | $44.52 | $4.62 | 9.6x | -3% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Oct 31 2004 | $47.27 | $4.47 | 10.6x | +6% |
| FY2004 Q3 | Jul 31 2004 | $41.65 | $4.37 | 9.5x | -4% |
| FY2004 Q2 | Apr 30 2004 | $37.72 | $4.08 | 9.2x | -7% |
| FY2004 Q1 | Jan 31 2004 | $43.47 | $3.73 | 11.7x | +17% |
| FY2003 Q4 | Oct 31 2003 | $37.44 | $3.48 | 10.8x | +8% |
| FY2003 Q3 | - | $31.76 | $3.29 | 9.7x | -3% |
| FY2003 Q2 | Apr 30 2003 | $27.89 | $2.99 | 9.3x | -6% |
| FY2003 Q1 | Jan 31 2003 | $27.33 | $2.79 | 9.8x | -1% |
| FY2002 Q4 | - | $24.59 | $2.74 | 9.0x | -10% |
| FY2002 Q3 | Jul 31 2002 | $22.23 | $1.91 | 11.6x | +17% |
| FY2002 Q2 | - | $23.88 | $2.09 | 11.4x | +15% |
| FY2002 Q1 | - | $22.66 | $2.63 | 8.6x | -13% |
| FY2001 Q4 | Oct 31 2001 | $21.37 | $2.65 | 8.1x | -19% |
| FY2001 Q3 | - | $26.61 | $3.59 | 7.4x | -25% |
| FY2001 Q2 | Apr 30 2001 | $22.83 | $3.46 | 6.6x | -34% |
| FY2001 Q1 | Jan 31 2001 | $27.31 | $3.22 | 8.5x | -15% |
| FY2000 Q4 | - | $23.19 | $3.33 | 7.0x | -30% |
| FY2000 Q3 | Jul 31 2000 | $21.50 | $2.89 | 7.4x | -25% |
| FY2000 Q2 | Apr 30 2000 | $18.34 | $2.88 | 6.4x | -36% |
| FY2000 Q1 | Jan 31 2000 | $16.63 | $2.64 | 6.3x | -37% |
| FY1999 Q4 | Oct 31 1999 | $19.03 | $2.42 | 7.9x | -21% |
| FY1999 Q3 | Jul 31 1999 | $18.13 | $2.38 | 7.6x | -23% |
| FY1999 Q2 | Apr 30 1999 | $20.97 | $2.35 | 8.9x | -10% |
| FY1999 Q1 | Jan 31 1999 | $22.00 | $2.38 | 9.2x | -7% |
| FY1998 Q4 | Oct 31 1998 | $20.44 | $2.40 | 8.5x | -14% |
| FY1998 Q3 | Jul 31 1998 | $24.34 | $2.53 | 9.6x | -3% |
| FY1998 Q2 | - | $27.31 | $2.53 | 10.8x | +9% |
| FY1998 Q1 | Jan 31 1998 | $23.06 | $2.43 | 9.5x | -5% |
| FY1997 Q4 | Oct 31 1997 | $21.56 | $2.37 | 9.1x | -8% |
| FY1997 Q3 | - | $21.00 | $2.36 | 8.9x | -10% |
| FY1997 Q2 | Apr 30 1997 | $18.19 | $2.24 | 8.1x | -18% |
| FY1997 Q1 | Jan 31 1997 | $17.31 | $2.17 | 8.0x | -20% |
| FY1996 Q4 | - | $15.19 | $2.13 | 7.1x | -28% |
| FY1996 Q3 | Jul 31 1996 | $11.94 | $2.09 | 5.7x | -43% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 9.9x
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BMO — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BMO stock.
What is BMO's P/E ratio?
Bank of Montreal (BMO) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 21.5x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $13.70. The 5-year average P/E is 9.4x and the historical range spans 4.6x to 13.5x.
Is BMO stock overvalued or undervalued?
BMO trades at 21.5x P/E, above its 5-year average of 9.4x. The 100th percentile ranking within the 4.6x–13.5x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is BMO stock expensive?
Yes, BMO is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 21.5x is above the 5-year average of 9.4x and also above the Financial Services sector median of 13.9x. The stock sits at the 100th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is BMO's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, BMO's P/E ratio has ranged from 4.6x to 13.5x, with a median of 9.4x and an average of 9.4x. The current P/E of 21.5x places the stock at the 100th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1996–2026.
How does BMO's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
BMO trades at 21.5x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.6x. The 13% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does BMO's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Bank of Montreal P/E of 21.5x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 13.9x. 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 BMO's PEG ratio?
BMO PEG ratio is 2.48, based on a P/E of 21.5x and EPS growth of 20.3%. A PEG above 2.0 indicates a premium valuation relative to earnings growth — typically considered expensive.
What is BMO's earnings yield?
BMO earnings yield is 4.65%, the inverse of its 21.5x 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.