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Given the huge difference in what is value and what looks cheap due to one financial ratio, more often than not, relying on PE may lead to wrong investment decisions. PEG ratio is much better compared to the commonly used P/E ratio. It helps in avoiding stocks which might appear cheap but actually are not value buys. Especially in sectors like banking and metal where the operating matrix is very different from the manufacturing sector.

It makes sense to pay more for a stock whose earnings grow at a faster rate. Now, how much more should be paid would be determined by dividing a company’s PE multiple with its growth ratio. But growth is a function of many variables and that is the challenge which one needs to navigate. But the effort saves trouble which many may face later on.

The challenge with PEG ratio is the quality of the earning forecast. Given that in an ever changing macro environment , even the best of the forecast for any business can go wrong which may impact other elements which lead to some unexpected changes. But even after all the challenges, it is worth the effort to look at this ratio before investing, especially at times when decisions are being more governed by bullish sentiment than fundamentals.

PE ratio is one of the most overused and misused ratios, it is used by all and sundry to justify their valuations and create a mirage of value. Right from investor presentations to research reports, one finds its mention everywhere. Is there an alternative to it?

The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW) closed at $59.68 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.36% move from the prior day.