Did You Know
NSE will now use "consolidated earnings" instead of standalone earnings tocalculate Index Earnings.
How NSE computes the Index Level P/E Ratio is given below:
Source: Press release from NSE & above change is with effect from 31.03.2021)
• Provides a more realistic picture of total earnings
• Makes Index PE more representative
• Indicates Lower Market Valuations
In short, Key Large Cap Indices likely to have Higher Earnings & "Show Lower PE Ratio"