OCSL Oaktree Specialty Lending PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Feb 21, 2025, the Oaktree Specialty Lending stock's P/E ratio is 23.57. This takes into account the latest EPS of $0.68 and stock price of $16.03. The PE ratio has increased by 17% from its last 4 quarters average of 20.2.
OCSL PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Oaktree Specialty Lending has averaged 33.4 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 23.57 is 29% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, OCSL's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2022 quarter at 343.5, when the price was $20.61 and the EPS was $0.06. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2021 quarter, when it reached 2.57 with a price of $18.6 and an EPS of $7.23.
Oaktree Specialty Lending PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 678.01% in 2022
Maximum annual decrease: -72.12% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22.65 | 83.55% | $16.31 | $0.72 |
| 2023 | 12.34 | -67.09% | $20.12 | $1.63 |
| 2022 | 37.5 | 678.01% | $18 | $0.48 |
| 2021 | 4.82 | -72.12% | $21.18 | $4.39 |
| 2020 | 17.29 | 197.08% | $14.52 | $0.84 |
| 2019 | 5.82 | -61.28% | $15.54 | $2.67 |
| 2018 | 15.03 | N/A | $14.88 | $0.99 |
| 2017 | N/A | N/A | $16.41 | -$4.17 |
| 2016 | N/A | N/A | $17.43 | -$1.35 |
| 2015 | 61.7 | 430.98% | $18.51 | $0.3 |
| 2014 | 11.62 | 3.94% | $27.54 | $2.37 |
| 2013 | 11.18 | 1.82% | $30.86 | $2.76 |
| 2012 | 10.98 | -44.63% | $32.94 | $3 |
| 2011 | 19.83 | -12.76% | $27.96 | $1.41 |
| 2010 | 22.73 | -48.01% | $33.42 | $1.47 |
Oaktree Specialty Lending PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 22.47 | -0.79% | $15.28 | $0.68 |
| Sep 2024 | 22.65 | 7.19% | $16.31 | $0.72 |
| Jun 2024 | 21.13 | 46.13% | $18.81 | $0.89 |
| Mar 2024 | 14.46 | 8.31% | $19.66 | $1.36 |
| Dec 2023 | 13.35 | 8.18% | $20.42 | $1.53 |
| Sep 2023 | 12.34 | -23.16% | $20.12 | $1.63 |
| Jun 2023 | 16.06 | -90.59% | $19.43 | $1.21 |
| Mar 2023 | 170.64 | -50.32% | $18.77 | $0.11 |
| Dec 2022 | 343.5 | 816% | $20.61 | $0.06 |
| Sep 2022 | 37.5 | 52.69% | $18 | $0.48 |
| Jun 2022 | 24.56 | 144.38% | $19.65 | $0.8 |
| Mar 2022 | 10.05 | 68.91% | $22.11 | $2.2 |
| Dec 2021 | 5.95 | 23.44% | $22.38 | $3.76 |
| Sep 2021 | 4.82 | 30.98% | $21.18 | $4.39 |
| Jun 2021 | 3.68 | 43.19% | $20.07 | $5.46 |
OCSL average PE ratio chart
OCSL's current PE ratio is under its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
OCSL PE vs peers
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| OCSL Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp | 23.57 | $1.32B |
| OFS OFS Capital Corp | N/A | $110.53M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Oaktree Specialty Lending's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for OCSL stock is 23.57 as of Feb 21, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Oaktree Specialty Lending (OCSL)?
Over the last 3 years, the average PE ratio for OCSL stock is 59.06.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Oaktree Specialty Lending (OCSL)?
Over the last 5 years, the average PE ratio for OCSL stock is 41.76.
What is the highest PE ratio for OCSL?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 343.5 and it was in the Dec 2022 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for OCSL compare to its historical average?
OCSL's price to earnings ratio is currently 29% below its 10-year historical average.
How is OCSL's PE ratio calculated (Oaktree Specialty Lending PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Feb 21, 2025), Oaktree Specialty Lending's share price is $16.03. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $0.68. Therefore, Oaktree Specialty Lending's price to earnings ratio for today is 23.57. PE RATIO(23.57) = STOCK PRICE($16.03) / TTM EPS($0.68)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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