First American Financial Corporation (FAF) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2010 to 2026
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FAF Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, First American Financial Corporation (FAF) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.4x, with a stock price of $68.38 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $6.51.
The current P/E is 51% below its 5-year average of 23.3x. Over the past five years, FAF's P/E has ranged from a low of 5.9x to a high of 74.2x, placing the current valuation at the 40th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.3x, FAF is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 779 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 197.4x.
Relative to the broader market, FAF trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. 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 FAF 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.
FAF P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $14B | 11.0 | 2.78 | +143%Best | |
| $2B | 17.0 | - | +55% | |
| $448M | 12.8 | - | +13% | |
| $6B | 8.4 | 0.43 | +9% | |
| $5B | 9.1 | 2.19 | +4% | |
| $6B | 8.8 | 2.26 | +5% | |
| $3B | 7.7Lowest | 0.42Best | +11% | |
| $6B | 9.4 | 0.63 | +3% | |
| $15B | 2102.4 | - | -95% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
FAF Historical P/E Data (2010–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $60.29 | $6.50 | 9.3x | -42% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $61.44 | $6.00 | 10.2x | -36% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $64.24 | $4.64 | 13.8x | -14% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $61.39 | $1.81 | 33.9x | +112% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $65.63 | $1.51 | 43.5x | +171% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $62.44 | $1.25 | 50.0x | +212% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $66.01 | $0.89 | 74.2x | +363% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $53.95 | $1.87 | 28.8x | +80% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $61.05 | $2.09 | 29.2x | +82% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $64.44 | $2.08 | 30.9x | +93% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $56.49 | $2.26 | 25.0x | +56% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $57.02 | $2.31 | 24.7x | +54% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 16.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying FAF stock.
Is FAF stock overvalued or undervalued?
FAF trades at 11.4x P/E, below its 5-year average of 23.3x. At the 40th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does FAF's valuation compare to peers?
First American Financial Corporation P/E of 11.4x compares to sector median of 13.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is FAF's PEG ratio?
FAF PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2010-2026.