WHF WhiteHorse Finance PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Dec 24, 2024, the WhiteHorse Finance stock's PE ratio is 21.42. This takes into account the latest EPS of $0.45 and stock price of $9.64. The PE ratio has increased by 28% from its last 4 quarters average of 16.8.
WHF PE ratio history
The PE ratio of WhiteHorse Finance has averaged 12.45 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 21.42 is 72% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, WHF's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Sep 2016 quarter at 47.52, when the price was $10.93 and the EPS was $0.23. The lowest point was recorded in the Dec 2018 quarter, when it reached 4.56 with a price of $12.72 and an EPS of $2.79.
WhiteHorse Finance PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 100.22% in 2019
Maximum annual decrease: -39.84% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 13.98 | -27.15% |
| 2022 | 19.19 | 75.73% |
| 2021 | 10.92 | 24.37% |
| 2020 | 8.78 | -3.83% |
| 2019 | 9.13 | 100.22% |
| 2018 | 4.56 | -39.84% |
| 2017 | 7.58 | 7.06% |
| 2016 | 7.08 | N/A |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A |
| 2014 | 8.88 | -25.38% |
WHF average PE ratio chart
Currently, WHF's PE ratio is above its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
WHF PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stock OCSL, WHF's PE ratio is higher.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| OCSL Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp | 21.13 | $1.25B |
| WHF WhiteHorse Finance Inc | 21.53 | $225.23M |
| OFS OFS Capital Corp | N/A | $106.51M |
Frequently asked questions
What is WhiteHorse Finance's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for WHF stock is 21.42 as of Dec 24, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for WhiteHorse Finance (WHF)?
Over the last 3 years, the average PE ratio for WHF stock is 15.86.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for WhiteHorse Finance (WHF)?
Over the last 5 years, the average PE ratio for WHF stock is 14.55.
What is the highest PE ratio for WHF?
Over the last ten years, the Sep 2016 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 47.52.
How does the current PE ratio for WHF compare to its historical average?
WHF's price to earnings ratio is currently 72% above its 10-year historical average.
How is WHF's PE ratio calculated (WhiteHorse Finance PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Dec 24, 2024), WhiteHorse Finance's share price is $9.64. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $0.45. Therefore, WhiteHorse Finance's price to earnings ratio for today is 21.42. PE RATIO(21.42) = STOCK PRICE($9.64) / TTM EPS($0.45)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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