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Price to Sales Ratio Calculator [2025]
Calculate the Price to Sales (P/S) ratio to evaluate a company's stock valuation relative to its revenue.
Understanding Price to Sales Ratio
What is the P/S Ratio?
The Price to Sales (P/S) ratio is a valuation metric that compares a company's market capitalization to its total revenue over a specific period (usually the last 12 months). It indicates how much investors are willing to pay for each dollar of a company's sales.
How to Interpret the P/S Ratio
- High P/S Ratio: May suggest that the stock is overvalued relative to its sales. Investors are paying a premium for each dollar of sales.
- Low P/S Ratio: May suggest that the stock is undervalued relative to its sales. Investors are paying less for each dollar of sales.
- Comparison to Industry Average: Comparing a company's P/S ratio to the average P/S ratio of its industry can provide insights into its relative valuation.
Limitations of the P/S Ratio
- Doesn't Consider Profitability: The P/S ratio doesn't take into account a company's expenses or profits. A company with high sales but low profits might have a low P/S ratio but still not be a good investment.
- Industry-Specific: P/S ratios vary significantly across industries. It's most useful when comparing companies within the same industry.
- Doesn't Account for Debt: The P/S ratio doesn't consider a company's debt levels, which can impact its overall financial health.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the P/S ratio calculated?
The P/S ratio is calculated by dividing the company's market capitalization (share price multiplied by the number of shares outstanding) by its total revenue over the past 12 months.
What is a good P/S ratio?
There is no single "good" P/S ratio. It depends on the industry and the specific company. Generally, a lower P/S ratio is considered better, but it's essential to compare it to industry averages and consider other factors.
Can the P/S ratio be used for any company?
The P/S ratio is most useful for companies that don't yet have positive earnings or have volatile earnings. It's less useful for mature, profitable companies where earnings-based metrics like the P/E ratio might be more appropriate.
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