CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1997 to 2025
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CXW Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 19.6x, with a stock price of $21.17 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.12.
The current P/E is 15% above its 5-year average of 17.0x. Over the past five years, CXW's P/E has ranged from a low of 7.7x to a high of 35.3x, placing the current valuation at the 60th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.3x, CXW trades at a 19% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 170 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.1x to 195.0x.
The PEG ratio of 1.02 (P/E divided by 74% EPS growth) suggests a fair valuation 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, CXW trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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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.
CXW P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 12.2 | 0.86 | +727%Best | |
| $2B | 15.7 | 0.05Best | +102% | |
| $68B | 38.5 | 2.30 | +16% | |
| $10B | 30.1 | 2.18 | +14% | |
| $2B | 18.5 | 0.92 | +23% | |
| $31B | 255.5 | - | -69% | |
| $7B | 24.5 | 1.40 | -2% | |
| $17B | 12.1 | 0.59 | +21% | |
| $11B | 22.4 | 1.85 | +20% | |
| $13B | 10.5Lowest | 0.65 | +58% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
CXW Historical P/E Data (1997–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $19.11 | $1.08 | 17.7x | -10% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $20.35 | $0.99 | 20.6x | +4% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $21.07 | $0.94 | 22.4x | +14% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $20.29 | $0.76 | 26.7x | +35% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $21.74 | $0.61 | 35.3x | +79% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.65 | $0.68 | 18.7x | -5% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.98 | $0.60 | 21.5x | +9% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $15.61 | $0.56 | 27.6x | +40% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.53 | $0.59 | 24.6x | +25% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $11.25 | $0.57 | 19.7x | +0% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $9.41 | $1.03 | 9.1x | -54% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $9.20 | $0.99 | 9.3x | -53% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 19.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CXW stock.
Is CXW stock overvalued or undervalued?
CXW trades at 19.6x P/E, near its 5-year average of 17.0x. The 60th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does CXW's valuation compare to peers?
CoreCivic, Inc. P/E of 19.6x compares to sector median of 24.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is CXW's PEG ratio?
CXW PEG ratio is 1.02. Between 1-2 suggests valuation aligns with growth. Historical P/E data spans 1997-2025.