Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) 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 .
Knorr-Bremse AG Forward PE Ratio Related Terms
Knorr-Bremse AG Forward PE Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Knorr-Bremse AG'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.
Knorr-Bremse AG Forward PE Ratio Chart
Knorr-Bremse AG Annual Data
Trend
2019-12
2020-12
2021-12
2022-12
Forward PE Ratio
21.41
26.25
23.87
28.90
Knorr-Bremse AG Quarterly Data
2019-09
2019-12
2020-03
2020-06
2020-09
2020-12
2021-03
2021-06
2021-09
2021-12
2022-03
2022-06
2022-09
2022-12
2023-03
2026-03
Forward PE Ratio
21.46
21.41
22.08
40.98
26.95
26.25
26.88
27.32
22.78
23.87
27.03
27.25
30.03
28.90
28.99
25.96
XSWX:KBX vs ORLY, AZO: Forward PE Ratio Comparison
For the Auto Parts subindustry, Knorr-Bremse AG'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.
Knorr-Bremse AG Forward PE Ratio vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Knorr-Bremse AG's Forward PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Knorr-Bremse AG'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.
Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) has a Forward PE Ratio of 22.35 as of Jul. 04, 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 Knorr-Bremse AG and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #431 out of 593 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 72.7%.
Is Knorr-Bremse AG's Forward PE Ratio too high?
Knorr-Bremse AG's current Forward PE Ratio is 22.35. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Forward PE Ratio is 13.16. Knorr-Bremse AG's value of 22.35 is 69.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #431 out of 593 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Knorr-Bremse AG has a GF Score™ of 84/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Knorr-Bremse AG's Forward PE Ratio compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #431 out of 593 companies for Forward PE Ratio. This places Knorr-Bremse AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Forward PE Ratio is 13.16. Knorr-Bremse AG's value of 22.35 is 69.8% 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Forward PE Ratio among Vehicles & Parts companies is 13.16, based on 593 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. Knorr-Bremse AG's current Forward PE Ratio of 22.35 is 69.8% 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 Knorr-Bremse AG and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Forward PE Ratio is 13.16 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Knorr-Bremse AG's current Forward PE Ratio is 22.35. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Knorr-Bremse AG stock overvalued right now?
Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) has a current Forward PE Ratio of 22.35. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF62.50, compared to a current price of CHF92.60 — trading 48.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Forward PE Ratio is 22.35 and 69.8% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 13.16. Knorr-Bremse AG's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 5 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 Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX), the current Forward PE Ratio is 22.35 as of Jul. 04, 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 Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Knorr-Bremse AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF92.60 is trading 48.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF62.50.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:KBX:
Forward PE Ratio: 22.35
GF Value™: CHF62.50 vs. price of CHF92.60 (48.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 69.8% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#431 of 593)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:KBX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Knorr-Bremse AG is engaged in the development, production, marketing, and servicing of Automotive parts. It operates its business activities in two divisions: Rail Vehicle Systems and Commercial Vehicle Systems. Its product portfolio comprises Braking, entrance, and HVAC systems; power electric and control technology; digital solutions; couplers; signal systems; pneumatic braking systems; energy supply and distribution systems; wiper and wash systems; and others. Maximum of revenue is from Rail Vehicle System. Its geographical segments are Europe/Africa, North America, South America, and Asia-Pacific. The majority of its revenue is from Europe/Africa.
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