PNNT Pennantpark Investment PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The PE ratio for Pennantpark Investment stock stands at 8.58 as of Mar 7, 2025. This results from the current EPS of $0.84 and stock price of $7.21. A decrease of 6% has been recorded in the PE ratio compared to the average of 9.2 of the past four quarters.
PNNT PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Pennantpark Investment has been 11.55. The current 8.58 price-to-earnings ratio is 26% less than the historical average. In the past ten years, PNNT's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Mar 2015 quarter at 37.71, with a price of $9.05 and an EPS of $0.24. The Sep 2021 quarter saw the lowest point at 2.61, with a price of $6.49 and an EPS of $2.49.
Pennantpark Investment PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 297.27% in 2010
Maximum annual decrease: -76.22% in 2012
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9.32 | N/A | $6.99 | $0.75 |
| 2023 | N/A | N/A | $6.58 | -$0.52 |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A | $5.46 | -$0.37 |
| 2021 | 2.61 | N/A | $6.49 | $2.49 |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A | $3.19 | -$0.24 |
| 2019 | 26.13 | 138.2% | $6.27 | $0.24 |
| 2018 | 10.97 | 27.11% | $7.46 | $0.68 |
| 2017 | 8.63 | -70.16% | $7.51 | $0.87 |
| 2016 | 28.92 | N/A | $7.52 | $0.26 |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A | $6.47 | -$0.14 |
| 2014 | 6.57 | -19.09% | $10.91 | $1.66 |
| 2013 | 8.12 | -8.14% | $11.28 | $1.39 |
| 2012 | 8.84 | -76.22% | $10.61 | $1.2 |
| 2011 | 37.17 | 96.15% | $8.92 | $0.24 |
| 2010 | 18.95 | 297.27% | $10.61 | $0.56 |
Pennantpark Investment PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 8.43 | -9.55% | $7.08 | $0.84 |
| Sep 2024 | 9.32 | -18.53% | $6.99 | $0.75 |
| Jun 2024 | 11.44 | 52.94% | $7.55 | $0.66 |
| Mar 2024 | 7.48 | -19.91% | $6.88 | $0.92 |
| Dec 2023 | 9.34 | N/A | $6.91 | $0.74 |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | N/A | $6.58 | -$0.52 |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | N/A | $5.89 | -$1.23 |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | N/A | $5.28 | -$1.83 |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | N/A | $5.75 | -$1.85 |
| Sep 2022 | N/A | N/A | $5.46 | -$0.37 |
| Jun 2022 | 11.66 | 93.37% | $6.18 | $0.53 |
| Mar 2022 | 6.03 | 57.44% | $7.78 | $1.29 |
| Dec 2021 | 3.83 | 46.74% | $6.93 | $1.81 |
| Sep 2021 | 2.61 | -12.12% | $6.49 | $2.49 |
| Jun 2021 | 2.97 | 4.95% | $6.68 | $2.25 |
PNNT average PE ratio chart
Currently, PNNT's PE ratio is above its 5-year historical average, but it is lower than the 3 and 10-year averages.
PNNT PE vs peers
When compared to its peer OCSL, PNNT's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than OFS's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| OFS OFS Capital Corp | 4.21 | $119.64M |
| PNNT Pennantpark Investment Corp | 8.58 | $470.78M |
| OCSL Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp | 23.69 | $1.32B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Pennantpark Investment's PE ratio?
As of Mar 7, 2025, PNNT stock has a price to earnings ratio of 8.58.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Pennantpark Investment (PNNT)?
The average PE ratio for PNNT stock over the past 3 years is 9.1.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Pennantpark Investment (PNNT)?
The average PE ratio for PNNT stock over the past 5 years is 7.05.
What is the highest PE ratio for PNNT?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached a historic high of 37.71 in the Mar 2015 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for PNNT compare to its historical average?
PNNT's price to earnings ratio is currently 26% below its 10-year historical average.
Why is Pennantpark Investment's PE ratio so low?
A company with a lower PE ratio may indicate that the market has lower growth expectations for the company's future earnings.
How is PNNT's PE ratio calculated (Pennantpark Investment PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the earnings per share(EPS) for the last 12 months. As of today (Mar 7, 2025), Pennantpark Investment's stock price is $7.21. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $0.84. Therefore, Pennantpark Investment's price to earnings ratio for today is 8.58. PE RATIO(8.58) = STOCK PRICE($7.21) / TTM EPS($0.84)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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