About People Incorporated
- Industry: Media
- Exchange: NASDAQ NMS - GLOBAL MARKET
- Country: US
- Website: https://www.people.inc/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 52-week range for PPLI?
The 52-week high is $48.32 and the 52-week low is $35.38.
What is the P/E ratio for PPLI?
The Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio is 9.14.
What is the dividend yield for PPLI?
This company does not currently pay a dividend or the data is unavailable.
What is the Return on Equity (ROE)?
The trailing twelve months (TTM) Return on Equity is 7.02%.
What is the Net Profit Margin?
The Net Profit Margin (TTM) is 16.05%.
What is the Price to Book (P/B) Ratio?
The annual Price to Book ratio stands at 0.64.
Analyst Recommendation Trends
Wall Street analyst consensus for PPLI over the last few months:
Latest PPLI News
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The 38th Class of Best New Chefs Honors 14 Rising Stars Redefining American DiningNEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Food & Wine, a People Inc. brand, reveals its 2026 Best New Chefs, sponsored by Resy and American Express, recognizing 14 extraordinary chefs across 10 restaurants whose cooking is helping define the next era of American dining. For 38 years, Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs award has identified rising talent at a pivotal moment in their careers, often years before th
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