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Power Integrations (NAS:POWI) Forward PE Ratio Explanation
The Forward PE Ratio of a company is often used to compare current earnings to estimated future earnings, as well as gaining a clearer picture of what earnings will look like without charges and other accounting adjustments. If earnings are expected to grow in the future, the Forward PE Ratio will be lower than the current PE Ratio. This measure is also used to compare one company to another with a forward-looking focus.
Trailing PE Ratio relies on what is already done. It uses the current share price and divides by the total EPS (Basic) over the past 12 months. PE Ratio can be affected by Non Operating Income such as the sale of part of businesses. This may increase for the current year or quarter dramatically. But it cannot be repeated over and over. Therefore PE Ratio without NRI is a more accurate indication of valuation than PE Ratio .
Power Integrations Forward PE Ratio Related Terms
Power Integrations Forward PE Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Power Integrations's Forward PE Ratio can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Power Integrations Forward PE Ratio Chart
Power Integrations Annual Data
Trend
2015-12
2016-12
2017-12
2018-12
2021-12
2024-12
2025-12
Forward PE Ratio
21.05
22.68
21.98
23.42
28.90
41.56
27.75
Power Integrations Quarterly Data
2015-12
2016-06
2016-09
2016-12
2017-03
2017-06
2017-09
2017-12
2018-03
2018-06
2018-09
2018-12
2021-09
2021-12
2022-03
2022-06
2024-12
2025-03
2025-06
2025-09
2025-12
2026-03
2026-06
Forward PE Ratio
21.05
22.47
21.37
22.68
21.98
25.58
21.46
21.98
23.15
24.45
19.46
23.42
32.47
28.90
25.64
22.17
41.56
32.55
35.78
23.49
27.75
38.25
59.99
POWI vs NVTS, LASR, HIMX: Forward PE Ratio Comparison
For the Semiconductors subindustry, Power Integrations's Forward PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Forward PE Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Power Integrations Forward PE Ratio vs Semiconductors Industry
For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Power Integrations's Forward PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Power Integrations's Forward PE Ratio falls into.
It's a measure of the price-to-earnings ratio (PE Ratio) using forecasted earnings for the calculation. While the earnings used are just an estimate and are not as reliable as current earnings data, there is still benefit in estimated P/E analysis. The forecasted earnings used in the formula can either be for the next 12 months or for the next full-year fiscal period.
Power Integrations (POWI) has a Forward PE Ratio of 26.59 as of Sep. 17, 2026. Forward P/E ratio is the share price dividend by the expected per-share earnings in the next 12 months. View historical data on Power Integrations and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Power Integrations ranks #316 out of 568 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 55.6%.
Is Power Integrations' Forward PE Ratio too high?
Power Integrations' current Forward PE Ratio is 26.59. The Semiconductors industry median Forward PE Ratio is 22.56. Power Integrations' value of 26.59 is 17.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Power Integrations ranks #316 out of 568 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Power Integrations has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Power Integrations' Forward PE Ratio compare to NVTS and LASR?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Power Integrations ranks #316 out of 568 companies for Forward PE Ratio. This places Power Integrations in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Forward PE Ratio is 22.56. Power Integrations' value of 26.59 is 17.9% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Forward PE Ratio for a Semiconductors company?
The median Forward PE Ratio among Semiconductors companies is 22.56, based on 568 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Forward PE Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Forward PE Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Power Integrations's current Forward PE Ratio of 26.59 is 17.9% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Forward PE Ratio mean?
A high Forward PE Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Forward P/E ratio is the share price dividend by the expected per-share earnings in the next 12 months. View historical data on Power Integrations and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median Forward PE Ratio is 22.56 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Power Integrations's current Forward PE Ratio is 26.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Power Integrations stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Power Integrations (POWI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $70.03, compared to a current price of $49.50 — trading 29.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Forward PE Ratio is 26.59 and 17.9% above the Semiconductors industry median of 22.56. Power Integrations' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Forward PE Ratio calculated?
Forward PE Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Power Integrations (POWI), the current Forward PE Ratio is 26.59 as of Sep. 17, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Power Integrations (POWI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Power Integrations stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $49.50 is trading 29.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $70.03.
GuruFocus considers Power Integrations to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for POWI:
Forward PE Ratio: 26.59
GF Value™: $70.03 vs. price of $49.50 (29.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 17.9% above the Semiconductors median (#316 of 568)
No single metric tells the full story. See the POWI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Power Integrations Inc designs, develops, and markets analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits (ICs) and other electronic components and circuitry used in high-voltage power conversion. Products are used in power converters that convert electricity from a high-voltage source to the type of power required for a specified downstream use. Products are used in electronic products including mobile phones, computing and networking equipment, appliances, electronic utility meters, battery-powered tools, industrial controls, home automation, or Internet of Things applications such as networked thermostats, power strips, and security devices. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from China and Hong Kong.
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