HSTM Healthstream PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Healthstream stock as of Nov 21, 2024 is 48.95. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $0.65 and the stock price of $31.82 per share. The PE ratio marks an increase of 2.1% from the past four quarters average of 47.9.
HSTM PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Healthstream for the last ten years is 79.85. The current P/E ratio of 48.95 is 39% lower than the historical average. In the past ten years, HSTM's PE ratio peaked in the Mar 2017 quarter at 220.27, when the stock price was $24.23 and the EPS was $0.11. The lowest point was in the Dec 2018 quarter, when it reached 24.15 with a price of $24.15 and an EPS of $1.
Healthstream PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 179.49% in 2021
Maximum annual decrease: -67.68% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 54.06 | -15.12% |
| 2022 | 63.69 | -54.09% |
| 2021 | 138.74 | 179.49% |
| 2020 | 49.64 | -10.57% |
| 2019 | 55.51 | 129.86% |
| 2018 | 24.15 | -67.68% |
| 2017 | 74.71 | -64.21% |
| 2016 | 208.75 | 175.18% |
| 2015 | 75.86 | -2.22% |
| 2014 | 77.58 | -26.29% |
HSTM average PE ratio chart
HSTM's current P/E ratio is lower than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
HSTM PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer stock THC, HSTM's PE ratio is higher.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| THC Tenet Healthcare Corp | 4.56 | $13.72B |
| HSTM Healthstream Inc | 49.62 | $980.88M |
| CYH Community Health Systems Inc | N/A | $505.77M |
| PLX Protalix BioTherapeutics Inc | N/A | $127.39M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Healthstream's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for HSTM stock as of Nov 21, 2024, stands at 48.95.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Healthstream (HSTM)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for HSTM stock is 69.37.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Healthstream (HSTM)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for HSTM stock is 68.49.
What is the highest PE ratio for HSTM?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 220.27 and it was in the Mar 2017 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for HSTM compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of HSTM is 39% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is HSTM's PE ratio calculated (Healthstream PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Nov 21, 2024), Healthstream's stock price is $31.82. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $0.65. Therefore, Healthstream's PE ratio for today is 48.95. PE RATIO(48.95) = STOCK PRICE($31.82) / TTM EPS($0.65)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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