Nuveen New York Select Tax-Free Income Portfolio (NXN) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 30.4x vs 5Y avg 17.7x · 94th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2013–2024
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 22, 2026, Nuveen New York Select Tax-Free Income Portfolio (NXN) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 30.4x, with a stock price of $12.14 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.66.
The current P/E is 72% above its 5-year average of 17.7x. Over the past five years, NXN's P/E has ranged from a low of 7.3x to a high of 67.7x, placing the current valuation at the 94th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.6x, NXN trades at a 122% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 783 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 196.5x.
Relative to the broader market, NXN commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.3x. 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 NXN 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.
NXN Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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NXN P/E vs Peers
Municipal Bond Closed-End Funds peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $725M | 75.1 | -Best | -71% | |
| $86M | 38.0Lowest | -Best | -56%Best |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
NXN Historical P/E Data (2013–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q4 | Feb 28 2025 | $11.85 | $0.57 | 20.9x | +18% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Feb 28 2022 | $12.92 | $0.84 | 15.4x | -13% |
| FY2021 Q2 | - | $13.87 | $0.88 | 15.8x | -11% |
| FY2020 Q4 | Mar 31 2021 | $14.50 | $1.21 | 12.0x | -32% |
| FY2020 Q2 | Sep 30 2020 | $13.08 | $1.41 | 9.3x | -48% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $12.65 | $1.02 | 12.4x | -30% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Sep 30 2019 | $13.80 | $1.17 | 11.8x | -33% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Mar 31 2019 | $13.52 | $1.07 | 12.7x | -28% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Sep 30 2018 | $12.77 | $0.19 | 67.7x | +283% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Mar 31 2018 | $12.98 | $0.48 | 27.1x | +53% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Sep 30 2017 | $14.01 | $1.00 | 14.0x | -21% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Mar 31 2017 | $13.69 | $0.62 | 22.2x | +26% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Sep 30 2016 | $14.66 | $1.34 | 11.0x | -38% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $14.06 | $1.72 | 8.2x | -54% |
| FY2015 Q2 | Sep 30 2015 | $13.32 | $1.82 | 7.3x | -59% |
| FY2014 Q4 | - | $14.13 | $1.04 | 13.6x | -23% |
| FY2014 Q2 | - | $13.42 | $0.75 | 17.8x | +1% |
| FY2013 Q4 | Mar 31 2014 | $13.41 | $0.69 | 19.3x | +9% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 17.7x
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NXN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NXN stock.
What is NXN's P/E ratio?
Nuveen New York Select Tax-Free Income Portfolio (NXN) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 30.4x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.66. The 5-year average P/E is 17.7x and the historical range spans 7.3x to 67.7x.
Is NXN stock overvalued or undervalued?
NXN trades at 30.4x P/E, above its 5-year average of 17.7x. The 94th percentile ranking within the 7.3x–67.7x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is NXN stock expensive?
Yes, NXN is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 30.4x is above the 5-year average of 17.7x and also above the Financial Services sector median of 13.6x. The stock sits at the 94th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is NXN's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, NXN's P/E ratio has ranged from 7.3x to 67.7x, with a median of 14.0x and an average of 17.7x. The current P/E of 30.4x places the stock at the 94th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2013–2024.
How does NXN's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
NXN trades at 30.4x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.3x. The 25% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does NXN's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Nuveen New York Select Tax-Free Income Portfolio P/E of 30.4x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 13.6x. 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 NXN's PEG ratio?
NXN PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 30.4x and EPS growth of 140.4%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is NXN's earnings yield?
NXN earnings yield is 3.29%, the inverse of its 30.4x 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.