Semiconductors · NASDAQ
Current Price
$224.89
PE Ratio (TTM)
267.7x
Intrinsic Value
Outside reliable range
The PE model output for Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares (ARM) falls outside its reliable range, often because earnings are unusually low, negative, or volatile. Treat any single fair value number with extra caution here.
How the PE model works · Recalculate in PE mode · ARM intrinsic value (DCF view)
Because the model output for ARM is outside the reliable range, no overvalued or undervalued read is given here. Use the PE calculator below to test your own assumptions instead.
COMPETITIVE MOAT
↑Dominant AI chip architecture licensing
Arm's ubiquitous instruction set architecture (ISA) is deeply embedded in the AI ecosystem. This creates significant switching costs for chip designers and manufacturers.
↑Vast developer and partner ecosystem
A broad network of software developers and hardware partners optimizes for Arm's architecture. This extensive ecosystem reinforces its market position and innovation pace.
↑Scalable royalty revenue model
Arm's licensing model generates recurring revenue from chip sales, benefiting from the increasing volume and complexity of AI-driven devices.
INVESTMENT RISKS
↓Valuation sensitivity to AI growth
Arm's stock price is highly sensitive to continued AI market expansion. Any slowdown in AI adoption or demand could significantly impact its valuation.
↓Dependence on key customer segments
While diversified, Arm's revenue is heavily influenced by the success and investment cycles of major players in the smartphone and data center markets.
↓Geopolitical and supply chain disruptions
Global trade tensions and supply chain vulnerabilities can impact chip manufacturing and the availability of components, affecting Arm's partners and customers.
Base case
Base case assumptions: 20.0% annual earnings growth, 50x target PE, 10% discount rate, 5 year projection. Data as of 2026-07-29.
This base case uses default assumptions and is not financial advice. The fair value changes significantly when the target PE or earnings growth rate changes. Open the calculator to set your own assumptions and see the full sensitivity range.
Adjust the target PE, earnings growth, and discount rate to see how the fair value and margin of safety for Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares respond.
Open PE Calculator for ARMArm Holdings plc is a leading technology firm that conceptualizes, engineers, and licenses core processing unit (CPU) designs and complementary technologies. These foundational innovations are crucial for semiconductor manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to develop their own products. The company's diverse portfolio encompasses microprocessors, comprehensive system intellectual property (IP) solutions, graphics processing units (GPUs), physical IP alongside its associated system IPs, various software offerings, development tools, and an array of supplementary services. Its technology underpins a wide spectrum of industries, including the automotive sector, advanced computing infrastructure, consumer electronics, and the burgeoning Internet of Things (IoT) landscape. Established in 1990, Arm Holdings plc maintains its corporate headquarters in Cambridge, United Kingdom. With a significant global footprint, Arm conducts operations across the United States, the People's Republic of China, Taiwan, South Korea, and numerous other international regions. Currently, Arm Holdings plc functions as a subsidiary entity of Kronos II LLC.
PE Ratio (TTM)
267.7x
PEG Ratio
22.31
Earnings Yield
0.38%
ROE (TTM)
11.9%
Revenue/Share (TTM)
$4.63
Debt/Equity
0.06x
The trailing twelve-month PE ratio of ARM reflects how much investors pay per dollar of Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares's earnings. This metric is most useful when compared to Semiconductors peers and the company's own historical range.
ARM's PE of 267.7x combined with a PEG ratio of 22.31 provides a growth-adjusted perspective. A PEG above 2.0 means the P/E is high relative to the earnings growth rate. Keep in mind that PE-based valuation works best for profitable, mature companies — for high-growth or cyclical Semiconductors, a DCF analysis may be more appropriate.
To value Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares using PE: (1) Compare the current PE (267.7x) against the Semiconductors median to assess relative pricing, (2) check the PEG ratio (22.31) to adjust for growth expectations, (3) review the 5-year PE range to identify where the stock sits historically, and (4) estimate fair value by multiplying a target PE by forward EPS estimates. This relative approach complements DCF's absolute valuation.
ARM's PEG ratio is 22.31, calculated by dividing the PE ratio (267.7x) by the expected earnings growth rate. A PEG above 2.0 means the P/E is high relative to the expected earnings growth rate. Note that PEG accuracy depends on the reliability of growth estimates.
PE ratio gives a quick relative read — how ARM is priced versus Semiconductors peers. DCF provides an absolute value based on projected free cash flows. For the most reliable valuation, use PE as a quick comparability screen and DCF for a deeper fundamental analysis. Each method has blind spots: PE ignores capital structure and cash flow quality, while DCF is sensitive to growth and discount rate assumptions.
P/E and DCF value ARM with different methods and assumptions, so the two conclusions can differ. Compare the DCF intrinsic value.
Price as of 2026-07-29. Financial data from Financial Modeling Prep (trailing twelve months) · Valuation methodology by Charlie Wang.
This is an estimate, not investment advice.