Stocks made more gains in trading on Monday and reflected in a strong increase in the Jamaica Stock Exchange Combined Index that climbed 1214.35 points to close at 411,506.70, the market’s PE ratio rising to 17.7 based on 2021-22 earnings and 12.8 times those for 2022-23 at the close of trading on the Jamaica Stock Exchange.
Investors need a series of measures and pertinent information to successfully navigate the many investment choices in the local stock market. ICInsider.com introduces a chart of all ordinary shares listed on the exchange that allows investors to see the values of stocks stacked against their immediate peers.
The accompanying ICInsider.com PE Ratio chart covers all ordinary shares listed on the Jamaica Stock Exchange and shows companies grouped on an industry basis, allowing for easy comparisons between same sector companies as well as the overall market. The net asset value of each company is reported as a guide to easily assess the value of stocks based on this measure.
The EPS & PE ratios are based on 2021 and 2022 actual or projected earnings, excluding major one time income or expense. The PE Ratio is the most popular measure used to determine the value of stocks.
The chart also shows daily changes in stock prices and the percentage year to date changes based on the last traded prices. Dividends payable and yields for each company are shown in the Main and Junior Markets daily report charts that also show the closing volume for the bids and offers.
A brand new ICInsider chart
February 14, 2022 by
