United Bankshares, Inc. (UBSI) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1991 to 2025
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UBSI Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, United Bankshares, Inc. (UBSI) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 13.3x, with a stock price of $43.41 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $3.30.
The current P/E is roughly in line with its 5-year average of 12.7x. Over the past five years, UBSI's P/E has ranged from a low of 9.6x to a high of 14.4x, placing the current valuation at the 55th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.1x, UBSI is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 775 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.8x.
The PEG ratio of 2.08 (P/E divided by 19% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be expensive 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, UBSI 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.
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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.
UBSI P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4B | 14.2 | 0.81 | +15% | |
| $4B | 10.3 | 0.74 | +32%Best | |
| $10B | 14.4 | 1.59 | +2% | |
| $5B | 11.1 | 0.54 | +1% | |
| $26B | 11.6 | 0.77 | +14% | |
| $7B | 16.5 | - | -12% | |
| $2B | 10.2Lowest | 0.37Best | +6% | |
| $2B | 13.5 | 1.92 | +13% | |
| $3B | 12.1 | 1.50 | +2% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
UBSI Historical P/E Data (1991–2025)
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 | $38.40 | $3.27 | 11.7x | -23% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $37.21 | $3.06 | 12.2x | -20% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $36.43 | $2.84 | 12.8x | -16% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $34.67 | $2.70 | 12.8x | -16% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $37.55 | $2.75 | 13.7x | -11% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $37.10 | $2.64 | 14.1x | -8% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $32.44 | $2.65 | 12.2x | -20% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $35.79 | $2.62 | 13.7x | -11% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $37.55 | $2.71 | 13.9x | -9% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $27.59 | $2.86 | 9.6x | -37% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $29.67 | $2.91 | 10.2x | -33% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $35.20 | $2.94 | 12.0x | -22% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 15.3x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying UBSI stock.
Is UBSI stock overvalued or undervalued?
UBSI trades at 13.3x P/E, near its 5-year average of 12.7x. The 55th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does UBSI's valuation compare to peers?
United Bankshares, Inc. P/E of 13.3x compares to sector median of 13.1x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is UBSI's PEG ratio?
UBSI PEG ratio is 2.08. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1991-2025.