Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at 4.8x · 5th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2009–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 20, 2026, Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 4.8x, with a stock price of $13.28 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.23.
The current P/E is 79% below its 5-year average of 23.1x. Over the past five years, CIM's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.8x to a high of 76.2x, placing the current valuation at the 5th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.1x, CIM trades at a 80% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 174 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.7x to 195.6x.
The PEG ratio of 0.10 (P/E divided by 150% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued 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, CIM trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. 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 CIM 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.
CIM Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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CIM P/E vs Peers
Residential credit and whole-loan REITs peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $12B | 7.1 | - | +58% | |
| $16B | 7.6 | - | +80% | |
| $973M | 5.7 | - | +105% | |
| $252M | 8.8 | - | -27% | |
| $575M | 5.2Lowest | - | +135%Best | |
| $892M | 10.4 | 0.35Best | -28% | |
| $165M | 18.3 | - | -23% | |
| $1B | 11.3 | 0.45 | -13% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
CIM Historical P/E Data (2009–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $12.43 | $2.01 | 6.2x | -88% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $13.87 | $1.55 | 8.9x | -83% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $12.83 | $1.79 | 7.2x | -86% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $14.00 | $1.38 | 10.1x | -81% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $15.83 | $3.29 | 4.8x | -91% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $12.80 | $1.69 | 7.6x | -85% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $13.83 | $1.43 | 9.7x | -81% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $14.97 | $0.31 | 48.3x | -7% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $16.38 | $0.52 | 31.5x | -40% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $36.12 | $0.87 | 41.7x | -20% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $45.24 | $2.52 | 18.0x | -66% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $44.55 | $3.07 | 14.5x | -72% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $45.18 | $5.73 | 7.9x | -85% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $38.10 | $4.02 | 9.5x | -82% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $30.75 | $1.50 | 20.5x | -61% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $24.60 | $1.57 | 15.7x | -70% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $61.68 | $2.02 | 30.5x | -41% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $58.68 | $0.77 | 76.2x | +46% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $56.61 | $1.09 | 51.9x | -0% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $56.22 | $1.36 | 41.3x | -21% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $53.46 | $2.04 | 26.2x | -50% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $54.39 | $3.16 | 17.2x | -67% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $54.84 | $3.06 | 17.9x | -66% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $52.23 | $3.04 | 17.2x | -67% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $55.44 | $2.69 | 20.6x | -60% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $56.76 | $3.30 | 17.2x | -67% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $55.89 | $5.37 | 10.4x | -80% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $60.54 | $5.20 | 11.6x | -78% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $51.06 | $4.77 | 10.7x | -79% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $47.85 | $4.20 | 11.4x | -78% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $47.10 | $0.72 | 65.4x | +25% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $40.77 | $0.90 | 45.3x | -13% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $40.92 | $0.79 | 51.8x | -1% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $40.11 | $0.21 | 189.6x | +264% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $41.13 | $2.78 | 14.8x | -72% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $47.10 | $2.72 | 17.3x | -67% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $47.70 | $2.89 | 16.5x | -68% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $45.60 | $3.21 | 14.2x | -73% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $47.85 | $1.71 | 28.0x | -46% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $45.90 | $1.90 | 24.2x | -54% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $46.50 | $1.80 | 25.8x | -50% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $45.60 | $1.83 | 24.9x | -52% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $45.00 | $2.08 | 21.6x | -59% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $47.85 | $1.58 | 30.3x | -42% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $39.15 | $1.58 | 24.8x | -52% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 30 2012 | $40.65 | $0.06 | 677.5x | +1199% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 30 2011 | $41.55 | $1.23 | 33.8x | -35% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $51.90 | $2.78 | 18.7x | -64% |
| FY2011 Q1 | - | $59.40 | $3.01 | 19.7x | -62% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $61.65 | $3.16 | 19.5x | -63% |
| FY2010 Q3 | - | $59.25 | $3.11 | 19.1x | -63% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jun 30 2010 | $54.15 | $3.66 | 14.8x | -72% |
| FY2010 Q1 | Mar 31 2010 | $58.35 | $3.36 | 17.4x | -67% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $58.20 | $2.96 | 19.7x | -62% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Sep 30 2009 | $57.30 | $2.50 | 22.9x | -56% |
| FY2009 Q1 | - | $50.40 | $0.06 | 840.0x | +1511% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 52.1x
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CIM — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CIM stock.
What is CIM's P/E ratio?
Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 4.8x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.23. The 5-year average P/E is 23.1x and the historical range spans 4.8x to 76.2x.
Is CIM stock overvalued or undervalued?
CIM trades at 4.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 23.1x. At the 5th percentile of its historical range (4.8x–76.2x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is CIM stock expensive?
No, CIM is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 4.8x is below the 5-year average of 23.1x and sits at the 5th percentile of its valuation range.
What is CIM's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, CIM's P/E ratio has ranged from 4.8x to 76.2x, with a median of 15.7x and an average of 23.1x. The current P/E of 4.8x places the stock at the 5th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2009–2025.
How does CIM's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
CIM trades at 4.8x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 80% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does CIM's valuation compare to Real Estate peers?
Chimera Investment Corporation P/E of 4.8x compares to the Real Estate sector median of 24.1x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is CIM's PEG ratio?
CIM PEG ratio is 0.10, based on a P/E of 4.8x and EPS growth of 150.0%. A PEG below 1.0 indicates the valuation is supported by the earnings growth rate — typically considered attractive.
What is CIM's earnings yield?
CIM earnings yield is 20.71%, the inverse of its 4.8x 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.