Communication Services Sector CAPE ratio
The current Shiller CAPE Ratio for S&P 500 Communication Services Sector is 33.473 (2026-01-09), with an average CAPE of 21.083. The lowest CAPE Ratio was 12.868 on 2022-11-03, and the highest was 33.732 on 2025-12-05.
The CAPE ratio for the Communication Services Sector evaluates stocks in industries like telecommunications, media, and entertainment by comparing current prices to inflation-adjusted earnings averaged over the past 10 years. This ratio smooths out earnings fluctuations, which can be influenced by changing consumer behaviors, technological advancements, and economic conditions. By applying the CAPE ratio to the communication services sector, investors can determine if it is overvalued or undervalued compared to historical trends. A high CAPE suggests overvaluation and potentially lower future returns, while a low CAPE indicates undervaluation and possibly higher returns, aiding long-term investment decisions.
CAPE Statistics for Communication Services Sector (2018-07-02 to 2026-01-09)
- Current CAPE: 33.473 (0.75%)
- Min: 12.868 (2022-11-03)
- Max: 33.732 (2025-12-05)
- Mean: 21.083
- Median: 19.867
CAPE vs Forward Returns — Communication Services
Communication Services Sector Metrics (2016-01-11 → 2026-01-09)
- Current Value: 461.38 (0.75%)
- YTD Return: 2.38%
- Annualized Volatility YTD: 10.77%
- Average Annual Return: 13.99%
- CAGR: 12.14%
10-Year Performance for S&P 500 Communication Services Sector
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Return Distribution & Tail Risk (VaR 95/99)
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