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Earnings yield

The inverse of P/E, expressed as a percentage — trailing earnings as a yield on the share price. Handy for comparing a stock against bond yields. Unlike P/E, it is well-defined for loss-makers, where it simply shows a real negative yield.

Formula

TTM EPS ÷ price × 100

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