Nuveen New York Select Tax-Free Income Portfolio (NXN) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2013 to 2024
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NXN Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 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 13.1x, NXN trades at a 131% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 775 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.8x.
Relative to the broader market, NXN commands a significant premium over 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 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 P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $745M | 75.4 | -Best | -71% | |
| $86M | 38.0Lowest | -Best | -56%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
NXN Historical P/E Data (2013–2024)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 Q4 | Fri Feb 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $11.85 | $0.57 | 20.9x | +18% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Mon Feb 28 2022 00:00:00 GM | $12.92 | $0.84 | 15.4x | -13% |
| FY2021 Q2 | $13.87 | $0.88 | 15.8x | -11% | |
| FY2020 Q4 | Wed Mar 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $14.50 | $1.21 | 12.0x | -32% |
| FY2020 Q2 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $13.08 | $1.41 | 9.3x | -48% |
| FY2019 Q4 | $12.65 | $1.02 | 12.4x | -30% | |
| FY2019 Q2 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $13.80 | $1.17 | 11.8x | -33% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Sun Mar 31 2019 00:00:00 GM | $13.52 | $1.07 | 12.7x | -28% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Sun Sep 30 2018 00:00:00 GM | $12.77 | $0.19 | 67.7x | +283% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Sat Mar 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $12.98 | $0.48 | 27.1x | +53% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Sat Sep 30 2017 00:00:00 GM | $14.01 | $1.00 | 14.0x | -21% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Fri Mar 31 2017 00:00:00 GM | $13.69 | $0.62 | 22.2x | +26% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 17.7x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NXN stock.
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 indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does NXN's valuation compare to peers?
Nuveen New York Select Tax-Free Income Portfolio P/E of 30.4x compares to sector median of 13.1x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is NXN's PEG ratio?
NXN PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2013-2024.