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Forward P/E

A P/E ratio that uses expected future earnings instead of past earnings.

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Definition

Forward P/E divides today's price by analysts' estimated earnings for the next 12 months. It is useful when earnings are changing quickly, but it depends on estimates that can be wrong.

Formula

Forward P/E = price / expected next-12-month EPS

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